New on @paulsen_smw: @FIFAcom opens its tender process for 2030 @FIFAWorldCup rights in the United States and Puerto Rico; @fuboTV inks new distribution deals as @NBA season begins; and more sports media news.
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CBS names JJ Watt its permanent lead NFL analyst. He will call next year's Super Bowl for the company: sportsmediawatch.com/2026/10…
New on @paulsen_smw: A complete guide to @NBA local broadcasts in 2026-27:
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New on @paulsen_smw: @ATLHawks regional broadcasts will stream on @PrimeVideo; @IntentionalTalk on @MLBNetwork is ending after 16 seasons; and more sports media news.
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New on @paulsen_smw: The latest episode of the “Sports Media Watch Podcast” features discussion on various @NFL broadcaster storylines, including Troy Aikman, Tony Romo and more.
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For the full archive of podcasts, including recent interviews, click here:
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Derek Futterman retweeted
On the newest edition of the SMW Podcast, @paulsen_smw & I discuss:
-- Troy Aikman's recent comments & his uncertain status at ESPN
-- What Jim Nantz's praise of JJ Watt says about Tony Romo
-- Will this be Al Michaels' last yr?
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Derek Futterman retweeted
ESPN's NBA graphics will change *next season* as part of a broader network-wide overhaul, Tim Corrigan said on the network's conference call today.
Theme music unchanged. You might hear some of the old ESPN themes as the network marks its 25th anniversary with the league.
New on @paulsen_smw: @espn adds @RealJasonKidd, @JLin7 as @NBA analysts; the @LAClippers relaunch ClipperVision with linear distribution; and more sports media news.
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New on @paulsen_smw: @NFL EVP/chief media officer Hans Schroeder discusses a potential consistent NFL international window; @NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell talks about potentially airing races on @CBS; and more sports media news.
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New on @paulsen_smw: @espnSteveLevy joins the "Sports Media Watch Podcast" for a discussion about covering the @NHL, the "Frozen Frenzy" broadcast and more.
New on @paulsen_smw: @NBCSports committed to @ReggieMillerTNT, @JCrossover as lead @NBAonNBC analysts. Plus "On the Bench" expanding to all Monday night NBA games on @peacock.
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Derek Futterman retweeted
NEW PODCAST: What Stephen A Smith's comments (and subsequent apology) about Lane Johnson says about always having a take and corporate cocaine.
The guests are @derekfutterman, @Armand_Broady and @paulsen_smw.
Other topics:
•Is J.J. Watt the longterm No. 1 for CBS
• The media impact of a 154-game MLB season
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New on @paulsen_smw: @PatMcAfeeShow to host alternate broadcast for @SuperBowl LXI; @MLB proposes a 154-game regular season; and more sports media news.
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ICYMI on @paulsen_smw: @DAZN has interest in national rights as it expands its regional sports footprint.
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New on @paulsen_smw: @paramountco and @wbd have merged to become @Skydance; @espn reportedly "intends to hire" @RealJasonKidd; and more sports media news.
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New on @paulsen_smw: @DAZN is interested in national rights as it expands its regional sports footprint.
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New on @paulsen_smw: Luis Silberwasser reportedly exiting @TNTSportsUS ahead of @paramountco merging with @wbd.
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