Emily Torres+Follow📺 It’s not about who got picked — it’s about who tuned in!The 2025 NFL Draft just became the 2nd most-watched in history, with 13.6 million viewers on Day 1 and a huge 11% jump from last year! 📈 Was it the draft picks or the drama that kept us hooked? 👉 Watched every round vs. Only tuned in for the top picks — which one are you?#NFLDraft #2025Draft #DraftDay #FootballFans #DraftDrama #SportsMedia #GreenBayDraft #NFLCulture 20Share
Patrick Gonzales+FollowDecker Claps Back at Stephen A. After FiringWow, drama off the court! After King James and the Lakers' run, now it's the media's turn for a rivalry. Cody Decker, just let go from SiriusXM, didn't hold back, calling out Stephen A. Smith after Smith fired back at Tyrese Haliburton's post-game comments. Haliburton never named names, but Smith made it personal—and Decker took it even further on social. Is Stephen A. making himself the story again, or is this just classic sports media beef? #StephenASmith #CodyDecker #SportsMedia #Sports #Basketball6660Share
Jacob Morris+FollowPlaschke’s Brave Battle: Still in the GameLongtime LA Times legend and Around the Horn staple Bill Plaschke just revealed he’s been fighting Parkinson’s since 2021. Despite the diagnosis, Plaschke says he’s still covering games, hitting up Kaizen Kinetics boxing, and refusing to let the disease define him. His candid column is a reminder that even sports icons face tough opponents off the field. Much respect to Bill for sharing his journey—he’s still got that competitive fire! #BillPlaschke #ParkinsonsAwareness #SportsMedia #Sports00Share
Bruce Johnson+FollowBeadle vs. Stephen A: Radio Shake-Up DramaWow, talk about sports media fireworks! Michelle Beadle just went all-in on her long-standing beef with Stephen A. Smith after he took over her Sirius XM slot. The animosity goes way back to their ESPN days, especially after Smith’s controversial Ray Rice comments. Now, with 'King of Hot Takes' Stephen A. launching two new shows and teaming up with Mad Dog Russo, Beadle says she feels totally disrespected by the sudden move. Is this just business, or does Beadle have a point? #StephenASmith #MichelleBeadle #SportsMedia #Sports00Share
Jacob Morris+FollowWindy’s Old-School Edge on First TakeJemele Hill just gave major props to Brian "Windy" Windhorst for keeping real journalism alive on First Take. With shows like Around the Horn gone, Windy stands out for bringing actual reporting—like his inside scoop on Ant-Man’s convo with MJ after the Wolves’ season ended. Hill warns that as sports TV leans more on ex-players and hot takes, we risk losing the depth and accountability journalists bring. Do you think sports talk is better with more Windy, or is the new era just as good? #FirstTake #SportsMedia #BrianWindhorst #Sports10Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowPackman Hangs Up the Mic: End of an EraWow, Packman fans—Mark Packer is officially retiring from ESPN and the ACC Network! After years of being the voice of ACC mornings (and afternoons), he’s stepping away, closing a huge chapter for ACC PM. With deep family roots in the conference and that legendary basement studio, it’s hard to imagine the show without him. Who do you think should fill those big shoes? #MarkPacker #ACCNetwork #Retirement #SportsMedia #Sports00Share
Dawn Fritz+FollowPackman Hangs Up the Mic—End of an EraWow, Packman fans—Mark Packer just announced his retirement after more than 30 years shaping college sports talk! From ACC Network’s launch to the legendary 'Packer and Durham' mornings, he’s been the go-to voice for ACC rivalries and Southern Fried Football™. Whether you tuned in for his takes on Duke vs. UNC or caught him on SiriusXM, Packer’s candor and passion made every debate feel personal. What’s your favorite Packman moment? #PackmanRetires #CollegeSports #ACCNetwork #SportsMedia #FanForum #Sports00Share
davidsonbrandon+FollowStan Verrett Era Ends at SportsCenterWow, ESPN is really shaking things up—Stan Verrett, the anchor we’ve trusted for 24 years, won’t be back after this summer. After Neil Everett’s exit last year, it looked like Stan was safe, but now it’s official: SportsCenter is heading into a new era. What do you all think—can anyone fill Stan’s shoes, or is this the end of an iconic duo? #SportsCenter #StanVerrett #ESPN #SportsMedia #BroadcastLegends #Sports10Share
Judith Nelson+FollowStan the Man Bids ESPN FarewellLongtime SportsCenter anchor Stan Verrett—aka Stan the Man—is officially leaving ESPN after a legendary 25-year run. Fans remember his chemistry with Neil Everett and late-night banter with Linda Cohn, but now he’s set for new adventures post-Bristol. With SportsCenter moving back east, Verrett’s final LA sign-off marks the end of an era. What’s your favorite Stan moment? Sound off below! #StanVerrett #SportsCenter #ESPN #BroadcastLegends #SportsMedia #Sports00Share
Aaron Gentry+FollowRich Eisen Returns: ESPN’s Power Move?Big news, sports fans—Rich Eisen, the OG SportsCenter anchor and NFL Network’s GameDay legend, is making his way back to ESPN after 23 years! The Rich Eisen Show is heading to ESPN’s new streaming service, and Eisen keeps full creative control, just like McAfee. This feels like ESPN’s answer to Fox Sports’ recent moves. Do you think Eisen’s return will tip the rivalry back in ESPN’s favor? #RichEisen #ESPN #SportsMedia #NFL #StreamingWars #Sports10Share
