• Loading stock data...
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Last Chance for Tuned In Tickets!

How the Big Ten is Emulating the NFL

  • The Big Ten has a $7 billion deal to broadcast games on CBS, FOX, and NBC.
  • Week one of the college football regular season kicks off this weekend.
BIG-10-logo
Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

The Big Ten is taking a page from the NFL in its broadcast strategy with plans to own Saturday the way the NFL does Sunday. We also take a look at the Coach Prime phenomenon as Colorado attracts outsized attention and soaring ticket prices due to the presence of Deion Sanders.

Plus, former Miami Marlins president David Samson joins us to discuss the state of the Los Angeles Angels — following one of the most dramatic reversals in recent memory.

Related Stories

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

Federal Appeals Court Sides With Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss in Discrimination Suit

A three-judge panel upheld a February decision to dismiss a player’s lawsuit.

Bears President Urges Chicago to ‘Figure This Out’ on New Stadium

The NFL team executive says the city is losing out on major sporting events.

Drew Brees Still Thinks He Could Star in an NFL Booth

Brees spent one year with NBC after retiring from the NFL.
Sep 2, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles linebacker Justin Cryer (28) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Boston College Eagles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium.

Federal Judge ‘Concerned’ with House v. NCAA Settlement Proposal

Lawyers now have three weeks to submit an amended settlement proposal.
podcast thumbnail mobile
Front Office Sports Today

Drew Brees, Dexter Lawrence Talk NFL Changes

0:00

Featured Today

Northwestern’s Tiny Temporary Football Stadium Is Making Big Money

Despite 35,000 fewer fans in seats, Northwestern is bringing in more revenue.
Aug 25, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of a Denver Broncos snapping the football in the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Empower Field at Mile High.
September 3, 2024

How NFL Streaming Will Work With Coverage Across Four Exclusive Platforms

Each week will feature at least one game exclusively on a streaming service.
Aug 25, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; A detailed view of New England Patriots footballs on the field before the game against the Washington Commanders at Commanders Field.
opinion
September 1, 2024

The NFL Let the Private Equity ‘Barbarians’ Through the Gate

Fans will barely see any change from the arrival of PE money.
PBR at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York
August 26, 2024

Pro Rodeo Is Pushing to Capitalize on America’s Western Culture Obsession

PBR hopes the cowboy-loving zeitgeist will propel explosive growth.

How the Chiefs Are Prepping for Year 2 of Taylor Swift Mania

The pop star is expected to attend more games this season.
Olivia Moody
August 4, 2021

Colin Cowherd’s New Podcast Network Going All-In On Sports Betting

With sports betting rapidly legalizing, Colin Cowherd’s The Volume podcast network is hiring Olivia Moody, a.k.a. ‘Liv Moods,’ from Bookit Sports.
Actor Vince Vaughn throws out first pitch at Chicago Cubs game
exclusive
December 9, 2022

Vince Vaughn, Greg Olsen’s New Company Eyeing Financing

Greg Olsen and actor Vince Vaughn’s new company has launched first two podcasts.
Sponsored

Untold Team

Behind each major athlete are those who contribute to their success. This is the Untold Team.
exclusive
May 13, 2021

Cris Carter Scores New Deal With Blue Wire Podcasts

Cris Carter has scored a deal with Blue Wire Podcasts. The Pro Football Hall of Famer will interview star receivers, past and present, on his new “WR1” podcast.
September 24, 2020

Office Hours: Alex Magleby, co-founder and CEO of the New England Free..

Alex Magleby, the New England Free Jacks co-founder and CEO, is bullish on rugby’s future in the U.S. and Major League Rugby.
August 13, 2020

Office Hours: Bart Conner, Owner of Bart Conner Gymnastics Academy and Former..

Bart Conner is the only American male gymnast to win a gold medal at every level of national and international competition.
July 22, 2020

Office Hours: Devon Kennard, Real Estate Investor

Devon Kennard has found success on and off the field with a multi-million dollar real estate portfolio that includes 14 different properties.