wildcats20
Posts: 27,794
Apr 25, 2016 5:25pm
So is Al Michaels from NBC?
I don't understand this move for Tirico. Unless he was sick of doing every single sport...
I don't understand this move for Tirico. Unless he was sick of doing every single sport...
Mulva
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Apr 25, 2016 5:27pm
Deadspin article says Michaels contract runs through 2017 season
Laley23
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Apr 25, 2016 5:47pm
He will take over SNF when Fred Gaudelli and Al Michaels retire after NBCs next super bowl. He will likely do TNF this year for the NBC portion, as well as Olympics and their tennis coverage.wildcats20;1793271 wrote:So is Al Michaels from NBC?
I don't understand this move for Tirico. Unless he was sick of doing every single sport...
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Apr 26, 2016 2:48pm
This title is usually bestowed upon the Browns, weird to read it about another team.
http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/philadelphia-eagles-sam-bradford-trade-draft-carson-wentz-starting-qb-quarterback-contract-042616
http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/philadelphia-eagles-sam-bradford-trade-draft-carson-wentz-starting-qb-quarterback-contract-042616
Azubuike24
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Apr 26, 2016 3:28pm
They probably told Tirico he had to come over now and take a role/pay cut, but it will pay off when Michaels retires.
Sean McDonough was rumored to be the leading candidate for the ESPN gig. Always liked him doing play-by-play.
Sean McDonough was rumored to be the leading candidate for the ESPN gig. Always liked him doing play-by-play.
j_crazy
Posts: 8,372
Apr 26, 2016 3:57pm
i keep reading that ESPN is hemorrhaging money. it's likely that they are jettisoning a lot of their bigger contract guys to make the disney execs happy.
Azubuike24
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Apr 26, 2016 4:19pm
Well, Tirico already had the lead on MNF, which is about as big as it gets in the business. You never know, sounds like one where maybe NBC asked, offered "X" amount and ESPN can't/won't match it.j_crazy;1793420 wrote:i keep reading that ESPN is hemorrhaging money. it's likely that they are jettisoning a lot of their bigger contract guys to make the disney execs happy.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Apr 26, 2016 4:22pm
Lol. MNF is a joke and nowhere near the top. SNF is by far the best program on television. He also now gets to do Olympics, a Super Bowl, and the best NFL program...plus French Open/Golf if he wants it...Azubuike24;1793424 wrote:Well, Tirico already had the lead on MNF, which is about as big as it gets in the business. You never know, sounds like one where maybe NBC asked, offered "X" amount and ESPN can't/won't match it.
ESPN/ABC has a ton of stuff. But the only "championships" he would get are NBA Finals.
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queencitybuckeye
Posts: 7,117
Apr 26, 2016 4:42pm
Lost Tirico, lost Bayless. Talent-wise, a wash.
Midstate01
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Apr 26, 2016 4:50pm
Bayless leaving is major addition by subtraction.
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Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
Apr 26, 2016 4:50pm
Well, I consider the Super Bowl, the NFL, which comes with the network that has the coverage. So, yes, that is a perk.Laley23;1793425 wrote:Lol. MNF is a joke and nowhere near the top. SNF is by far the best program on television. He also now gets to do Olympics, a Super Bowl, and the best NFL program...plus French Open/Golf if he wants it...
ESPN/ABC has a ton of stuff. But the only "championships" he would get are NBA Finals.
As for the other things, he gets to do a lot more big events at ESPN that NBC doesn't have. MLB, NBA, NCAA, The Masters, The World Cup, Wimbledon, etc..but sure, if he's simply wanting to do the Super Bowl, then it's a good move.
I wouldn't necessarily call working for NBC better than working for ESPN, though.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Apr 26, 2016 5:23pm
But he doesn't and won't ever get the actual broadcast of the Masters. He is a studio host for the WC, etc.
The top of the profession is away from ESPN. Not with it.
Plus, better travel (both how you travel and how often) and pay (most likely, figures aren't known though). I guess just agree to disagree. Working for ABC/ESPN versus CBS or NBC is no comparison. And the top events you actually broadcast and the breadth of audience those events reach...also no comparison.
I I haven't looked at Emmy awards, but if be curious as to who consistently is winning them? Obviously you can win anywhere, but I don't think it would be a coincidence (if it's the case) Costas has the most. Foing further, you probably won't see many ESPN personalities winning many over the networks, outside of guys who maybe won for ABC and now are at ESPN.
The top of the profession is away from ESPN. Not with it.
Plus, better travel (both how you travel and how often) and pay (most likely, figures aren't known though). I guess just agree to disagree. Working for ABC/ESPN versus CBS or NBC is no comparison. And the top events you actually broadcast and the breadth of audience those events reach...also no comparison.
I I haven't looked at Emmy awards, but if be curious as to who consistently is winning them? Obviously you can win anywhere, but I don't think it would be a coincidence (if it's the case) Costas has the most. Foing further, you probably won't see many ESPN personalities winning many over the networks, outside of guys who maybe won for ABC and now are at ESPN.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Apr 26, 2016 5:58pm
Wait, what? When did that happen?Midstate01;1793435 wrote:Bayless leaving is major addition by subtraction.
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wildcats20
Posts: 27,794
Apr 26, 2016 6:02pm
Apparently this afternoon. Going to FS1.Commander of Awesome;1793455 wrote:Wait, what? When did that happen?
Ironman92
Posts: 49,363
Apr 26, 2016 6:37pm
Lol
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slingshot4ever
Posts: 4,085
Apr 26, 2016 6:53pm
What's even funnier is the fact that what you posted is almost 4 years old....
http://www.chatsports.com/green-bay-packers/a/Clay-Matthews-puts-Roger-Goodells-phone-number-on-his-Facebook-page-12063
http://www.chatsports.com/green-bay-packers/a/Clay-Matthews-puts-Roger-Goodells-phone-number-on-his-Facebook-page-12063
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Apr 27, 2016 1:01am
[INDENT]Browns just stole a starting QB: Brandon Weeden. Much better than Tannehill. Will soon beat out Colt, have 6-7 good yrs. TRich AND Weeden!wildcats20;1793457 wrote:Apparently this afternoon. Going to FS1.
— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) April 27, 2012[/INDENT]
GOONx19
Posts: 7,147
Apr 28, 2016 7:07pm
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Apr 28, 2016 7:12pm
Doesn't look like he has a 6 pack anymore, he'll prob slide now.
SportsAndLady
Posts: 35,632
Apr 28, 2016 8:17pm
Can't believe Chris Berman is still doing the draft. He's so awful.
Commander of Awesome
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Apr 28, 2016 8:19pm
NFL network > ESPN
Mulva
Posts: 13,650
Apr 28, 2016 8:20pm
Deion Sanders teeth are so white. And his interviews are so bad.
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slingshot4ever
Posts: 4,085
Apr 28, 2016 8:28pm
In a surprise, I say the pick is Bosa for SD
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slingshot4ever
Posts: 4,085
Apr 28, 2016 8:32pm
Now I will say Elliot is taken by the Cowboys
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Apr 28, 2016 8:32pm
Bosa best player in the draft. Book it.