Bobby Burack

22 hours ago

TV networks have more leverage over the NFL and streamers than the league realizes

The NFL may have less leverage than expected over TV partners as streaming giants show limited interest in pursuing full weekly game packages.

1 day ago

ESPN writer says Lane Kiffin should try to stop Louisiana from 'eradicating' black voting power

Should ESPN part ways with writer David Dennis Jr. after his controversial article criticizing Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss remarks and LSU move?

2 days ago

NBA tries justifying egregious, game-changing no-call in Pistons-Cavs in final seconds

The NBA says no foul occurred in the Cavaliers-Pistons Game 5 final seconds, but video and analysts suggest Jarrett Allen tripped Ausar Thompson.

2 days ago

NFL’s grossly expanded national schedule is making RedZone and Sunday Ticket less essential

The NFL's expanding national broadcast schedule could weaken Sunday Ticket and RedZone by leaving fewer compelling games in traditional windows.

3 days ago

Skip Bayless boosts Stephen A's sluggish "First Take" ratings by 24% on their reunion show

Skip Bayless' return to ESPN's "First Take" boosted viewership by 24%, raising questions about whether the show needs him back on a regular basis.

3 days ago

Jemele Hill becomes surprising voice of reason in Caitlin Clark-Morgan Wallen "controversy"

Jemele Hill surprised many by defending Caitlin Clark after the WNBA star faced backlash for walking out with Morgan Wallen at his concert last Saturday.

4 days ago

Does Stephen A Smith owe former partner Skip Bayless a full-time role on the show "First Take?"

Skip Bayless spent 28 emotional minutes discussing his First Take reunion with Stephen A. Smith, calling their partnership greater than his marriage.

5 days ago

Watching the NFL will cost more, require more streaming services than ever this season

The NFL's 2026-27 schedule spreads games across Netflix, Peacock, and Amazon Prime, raising costs and concerns about play quality and player recovery.

5 days ago

Double standard: It's only a controversy when Caitlin Clark walks out with Morgan Wallen

Caitlin Clark walked out with Morgan Wallen at his Indianapolis concert, drawing criticism that highlights an alleged double standard among detractors.

May 8

The WNBA won't grow this season if mean girls and race bullies refuse to accept Caitlin Clark

Caitlin Clark returns for the 2026 WNBA season with all Fever games airing nationally, but questions remain about whether the league will embrace her.

May 7

'White Lotus' meets Stephen King: Apple TV's 'Widow's Bay' is the best show of the year

Starring Matthew Rhys and Stephen Root, Apple TV's "Widow's Bay" is a comedic horror mystery series hailed as the best new show of 2026 so far.

May 7

New video shows Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini on private boating trip during her pregnancy

TMZ reportedly obtained video and documents showing Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini signed a waiver for a private boating trip during her pregnancy.

May 6

Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel rented a boat together while she was pregnant, documents allege

Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel allegedly took a boat trip together in 2021, per TMZ, as more details emerge about their reported interactions.

May 6

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs viewership surges as hockey rides wave from US Olympic gold medal

The NHL is capitalizing on Team USA's Olympic gold medal, with first-round Stanley Cup Playoff viewership surging nearly 70% from last year.

May 5

Stephen A Smith is upset over an OutKick article about 'First Take's' ratings

Stephen A. Smith pushes back on OutKick article about 'First Take's' ratings slip ahead of his scheduled reunion with former co-host Skip Bayless.

May 5

Agent Rich Paul further pushes lazy talking point that the media favors Jokic over LeBron

Agent Rich Paul claims the press treats Nikola Jokic more easily than LeBron James after Denver's playoff loss, sparking debate over media double standards.

May 4

NBA playoffs games to overlap next two nights, making the viewing experience even worse

NBA playoff scheduling on NBC and Peacock creates significant game overlap, frustrating fans who need multiple streaming services for full coverage.

May 4

Skip Bayless to reunite with Stephen A. Smith on ESPN as First Take's ratings slip

Skip Bayless returns to First Take for a one-time reunion with Stephen A. Smith this Friday, marking his first appearance on the show since 2016.

May 1

Sports media race-baiters are already taking Nikola Jokic criticism too far

Nikola Jokic deserves some criticism after Denver's playoff loss, but the gloating and forced LeBron comparisons reveal more about sports media.

May 1

Stephen A Smith could get an on-screen WWE role at SummerSlam, reports say

Stephen A. Smith could reportedly make his WWE on-screen debut at SummerSlam 2026, as discussions about an expanded ESPN partnership continue.

April 30

ESPN loses sole executive who cracked down on political, racial rhetoric

ESPN EVP David Roberts, who oversaw the network's turnaround by cutting divisive programming and boosting SportsCenter ratings, plans to retire in August.

April 30

NBA playoffs ratings are not actually the highest in 33 years, as reported

NBA playoff ratings reportedly hit a 33-year high, but misleading comparisons involving new Nielsen metrics and broadcast changes tell a different story.

April 29

How the Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel scandal could derail the Patriots' season on the field

New England Patriots face an uphill 2026 season with a brutal schedule, Super Bowl hangover, and the alleged Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini scandal.

April 29

Michael Wilbon reveals Jordan's true feelings about LeBron

Michael Wilbon says the Jordan vs. LeBron rivalry is not what it seems, revealing Jordan once defended James and told ESPN to ease up on him.

April 28

YouTube TV is about to change the way we watch live sports

YouTube TV launched a customizable multiview feature letting sports fans watch up to four NFL or college football games simultaneously this fall.

April 28

Are we sure Mike Vrabel will survive Russini scandal and coach Patriots this season?

Mike Vrabel's future as Patriots head coach is uncertain as the Dianna Russini photo scandal grows, with some predicting a resignation or leave.

April 27

Melania is right, Jimmy Kimmel shouldn’t have his show anymore: Bobby Burack

Opinion piece argues Jimmy Kimmel isn't worth the cost for ABC, citing declining ratings, falling ad revenue and controversial political humor.

April 27

Will anyone hire Dianna Russini ever again?

Dianna Russini's career as a national NFL insider is reportedly over amid the ongoing scandal involving Patriots coach Mike Vrabel allegations.

April 24

Adrian Wojnarowski's anti-Trump politics reportedly causing friction with St. Bonaventure community

A report from The Athletic suggests Adrian Wojnarowski's partisan political views may be hurting his role as St. Bonaventure's basketball GM.

April 23

SPLC scandal underscores how the demand for racism outstrips the supply | Bobby Burack

The DOJ investigation into the SPLC alleges the group manufactured extremism it claimed to oppose, exposing flaws in the modern advocacy economy.