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    Stephen A. Wants the Biggest Deal in Sports Media

    • Stephen A. Smith joined the “Front Office Sports” Tuned In summit and was very candid about his negotiations with ESPN.
    • The “First Take” host wants the biggest contract in sports media.
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    Sep 12, 2024 | 03:13 am
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    Feb 16, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Team Stephen A coach Stephen A. Smith looks on against Team Shannon during the All Star Celebrity Game at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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    Stephen A. Smith joined the Front Office Sports Tuned In summit in New York and was very candid about his negotiations with ESPN. The First Take host wants the biggest contract in sports media.

    We also hear from ESPN reporter Marty Smith on the uncertain future of college football as schools scramble for more funds and donors feel maxed out.

    Plus, Steph Curry wants to own an NBA team, Chelsea could leave its home of 120 years, and ManningCast was a low point in an otherwise stellar first NFL week.

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