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Front Office Sports Today

Front Office Sports

Sports is big business - and there is no offseason to the major moves, groundbreaking deals and culture-shifting moments happening across the world of sports. Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.

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25:19

What We've Learned From Studying NFL Ratings | Jay...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2025/11/07

The NFL is having one of its strongest seasons in decades as ratings hit historic highs in the United States and abroad. From massive viewership for Chiefs-Bills to the league’s London, Germany, and Madrid expansion push, the NFL continues to build global momentum. Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey breaks down why this season is rewriting the record books and how the Cowboys-Chiefs Thanksgiving matchup could challenge all-time regular-season viewership. Meanwhile, FOS reporter Colin

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28:48

Why ESPN Bet Failed | How Project B Could Disrupt...

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2025/11/06

ESPN is folding ESPN Bet and "winding down" its partnership with Penn Entertainment after failing to pace their lofty market-share goals. FOS media and entertainment reporter Ryan Glasspiegel has the latest on this failed experiment and what it means for the sports betting industry.Plus, women's sports reporter Annie Costabile talks through former WNBA MVP and current union president Nneka Ogwumike signing with the Project B women's basketball league, and what this says about the W's ongoing labor

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29:39

Explaining the YouTube TV and ESPN Standoff | Inside...

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2025/11/05

YouTube TV continues its standoff against Disney with no end in sight, according to FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher. He joins Baker Machado to explain why this saga is dragging out far longer than previous disputes between YouTube and other major providers like Fox and NBC. Meanwhile, FOS reporter Alex Schiffer joins to discuss the NFL trade deadline and how some hungry owners capitalized on it, including Jerry Jones and new Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon. Plus, FGCU college basketball player

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29:04

Steve Ballmer Sued by Aspiration Investors | College...

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2025/11/04

Steve Ballmer was added to a 133-page lawsuit that claims Ballmer used the company to pay Kawhi Leonard and circumvent the NBA’s salary cap. Front Office Sports's Colin Salao explains what's next. Meanwhile, reporter Margaret Fleming takes us inside another NBA financial scandal in which a former Atlanta Hawks employee embezzled $3.8 million of the team's money for personal use, including the purchase of a Porsche. Plus, the college basketball season has begun, but faces an uphill battle without a

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26:33

CFB Coaches Buyouts Reach $186M | Dodgers the...

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2025/11/03

After a disappointing home loss to Kentucky over the weekend, Auburn fired head coach Hugh Freeze, buying out the remaining $15.8 million on his contract and raising the total buyouts in college football this season to nearly $186 million. FOS reporter David Rumsey explains why 25% of the head coaching jobs in the SEC are currently open and how dominant the conference will be in the first CFP rankings released this week. Meanwhile, the Dodgers' Game 7 win in the World Series didn't just give MLB

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27:02

Did the WNBA Just Avoid a Lockout? | LSU’s Athletic...

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2025/10/31

As the deadline to come to terms on a new collective bargaining agreement was about to expire Friday, the WNBA and the players agreed to a 30-day extension to continue negotiations, pushing the new deadline to Nov. 30. FOS women's sports reporter Annie Costabile breaks down the current state of talks and whether there is still a real chance of a lockout or strike if negotiations break down. Meanwhile, after being publicly told by the state’s governor he would not be hiring LSU’s next football

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25:14

LSU Athletic Director Won’t Pick Next Coach

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2025/10/30

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry says LSU athletic director Scott Woodward won't be picking the successor for football coach Brian Kelly, and that he'd let "Donald Trump select it before I let [Woodward] do it." FOS college sports reporter Amanda Christovich explains why the state governor is so involved in this process and what it means for Woodward's future. Speaking of LSU, former Tigers star Angel Reese is trademarking her own name, a sign of her growing brand power—a trend for numerous WNBA players

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28:23

Rozier’s Lawyer Blasts ‘Fake Injury’ Claim | Darren...

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2025/10/29

Terry Rozier's lawyer says the Heat guard would not have compromised earnings from his shoe deal by missing NBA games intentionally, and claims that Rozier faked his injury are "absurd." This comes as a new ESPN report says the FBI is looking to withhold pay for Rozier and Chauncey Billups during their leaves of absence. FOS reporter Colin Salao joins to discuss. Meanwhile, FOS reporter Amanda Christovich explains why the NCAA is delaying plans to let its athletes gamble, and why the SEC is fighting

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27:23

Ohtani's Historic World Series Continues | Rome...

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2025/10/28

Shohei Ohtani is set to take the mound for the Dodgers in Game 4 on Tuesday night, looking to continue his historic postseason run after the longest World Series game by innings in MLB history Monday. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins live from Dodger Stadium to set the scene and put Ohtani's greatness in the same context as a certain Chicago Bulls star from the 1990s. Meanwhile, FOS women's sports reporter Annie Costabile gets us up to speed on the latest with WNBA collective bargaining talks

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28:21

Brian Kelly Firing Pushes Buyouts to $169M | NBA's...

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2025/10/27

Brian Kelly is out at LSU with a buyout of roughly $53 million, although he may not get that entire amount, says FOS college sports reporter Amanda Christovich, who joins Baker Machado to explain. Meanwhile, newsletter writer David Rumsey explains why he expects total buyouts to climb to more than $200 million this season, already at $169 million after the Kelly news. He also explains why he doesn't see Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin as a likely candidate for vacant coaching positions around the Power

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29:58

Did NBA Try to Sweep Terry Rozier Bets Under the Rug?...

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2025/10/24

We continue to follow updates around the NBA's massive illegal gambling scandal with FOS deals reporter Ben Horney, including Brian Windhorst saying that the NBA knew about Terry Rozier's suspicious betting activity in 2023 and "pulled him" for the rest of the season. Ben also assesses how strong the case is against both Rozier and Chauncey Billups after each of their attorneys said they would fight the charges. Plus, ESPN's Get Up producer Paul Hembekides joins us with some great math around the

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27:35

Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier Arrested in FBI NBA...

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2025/10/23

The NBA woke up to shock during its opening week as Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were among 34 people arrested as part of a pair of investigations related to illegal sports betting and rigged poker games backed by the Mafia, according to the FBI. FOS writer Ben Horney joins from the Manhattan courthouse with the latest on the investigation, plus FOS editor-in-Chief Dan Roberts discusses the likelihood of new regulations surrounding “prop bets” and how

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37:43

Breaking Down NBC's Return to Basketball | Brian...

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2025/10/22

NBC brought back its NBA coverage in a big way, but with some kinks that still need to be ironed out, according to FOS media reporter Ryan Glasspiegel. He joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to evaluate the debut of NBC, including its highly anticipated "MJ: Insights to Excellence" series with Michael Jordan.Also, Brian Windhorst joins to take us through the biggest stories he's watching for this season, including LeBron's new role with the Lakers, Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade request status

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28:57

Can ‘International’ World Series Deliver? | NBA Tip...

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2025/10/21

The World Series is set, with the Dodgers heading to Toronto for Game 1 against the Blue Jays. This series will bring out international audiences from both Japan and Canada, which FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher sees as a big positive for MLB. He joins to talk through the intrigue around this heavy-hitting matchup and give his prediction.Plus, the NBA season tips off tonight on NBC, one of two new partners under the new media-rights deal worth $76 billion. FOS reporter Colin Salao tells Baker

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25:39

Ohtani Economics With Joon Lee | Billy Napier Fired...

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2025/10/20

Billy Napier is out at Florida after more than a year of speculation, and the Gators owe him more than $21 Million for the buyout. Why is this becoming the norm in college football and could Lane Kiffin replace him? FOS writer David Rumsey explains. Plus, the Dodgers have already seen a full return on their $700 million deal with Shohei Ohtani—reportedly offset by first-year merchandise and ticket sales, according to baseball reporter and analyst Joon Lee. He joins Baker Machado and Renee

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25:20

Apple TV's $700M F1 Deal Crosses Finish Line | Is...

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2025/10/17

Formula One and Apple agreed to a five-year, $700 million deal for Apple TV to stream F1 races in the U.S. The league has had a broadcast deal with ESPN since 2018. FOS newsletter writer David Rumsey explains why this move made sense for the world's most popular racing league, and how this positions Apple TV in the arms race for live sports rights.Plus, former Alabama running back Damien Harris joins to preview the “Third Saturday in October” game between Alabama and Tennessee, and explain why the

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27:33

‘First Take’ Names New Host | Inside ESPN’s NFL...

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2025/10/16

ESPN's First Take has a new host to replace Molly Qerim: Shae Cornette. FOS Tuned In writer Michael McCarthy had the scoop on this and joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to discuss the big change. He also weighs in on Bruce Pearl heading to TNT Sports and Clay Travis potentially leaving OutKick, the media organization he founded and sold to Fox. Plus, Monday Night Football sideline reporter Laura Rutledge joins the show to peel back the curtain of what goes into making these ESPN broadcasts

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27:16

Dodgers Dominance Shows MLB Payroll Matters | Shift...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2025/10/15

The Dodgers lead the Cinderella-story Brewers 2–0 in the NLCS and have looked completely dominant thanks to their big investments in pitching. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to revisit the payroll discrepancy in MLB, give his predictions for both championship series, and look ahead to the offseason. Plus, Los Angeles Kings all-time leading scorer and team president Luc Robitaille joins with insights on the NHL's new CBA, pros playing in the Olympics, and

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25:37

Inside the Titans’ Dysfunction | Penn State Could...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2025/10/14

The Titans became the first NFL team to fire a head coach this season, parting ways with Brian Callahan, who was just 4–19 with the team. Now Tennessee is searching for its third head coach in the last four seasons, with offensive assistant Mike McCoy getting the interim title. ESPN Titans reporter Turron Davenport joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain what went wrong for Tennessee and what's next. Plus, there’s a chance that James Franklin may not get his $50 million buyout after

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28:06

What James Franklin’s $50M Buyout Means for Penn...

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2025/10/13

Penn State fired James Franklin over the weekend, granting him the second-largest buyout in college football history at nearly $50 million. Former Penn State tight end and college football analyst Adam Breneman joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington with his reaction to the news about his former coach, and why this made sense despite Franklin's success. Meanwhile, FOS newsletter writer David Rumsey explains why buyouts are becoming more common in college football. Plus, the Las Vegas Aces are

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