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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Fox Dumps Old App as NFL Games Move to Pricey Streams

Fox just announced it’s shutting down its sports app for smart TVs and streaming sticks by May 2026. Instead, users will have to switch to FOX One, a newer app that does more than just show games. You can now record shows or watch two games at once on the same screen. But here’s the catch: to keep w

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Aug 06 2025SPORTS

ESPN Secures NFL Draft Broadcast Rights Until 2030

ESPN has locked in a deal to keep broadcasting the NFL draft through 2030. This news came out on a Wednesday morning, but the details were a bit fuzzy at first. It turns out the deal is for five years, which means it lines up with when the current NFL broadcast contracts are set to end. The deal is

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Jan 28 2025SPORTS

Texas Rangers Launch Their Own Network: What Fans Need to Know

Ever heard of the Texas Rangers? Well, they're not just a baseball team anymore. They've just started their own sports network called Rangers Sports Network. This new venture will produce and distribute the team's games, and maybe even other content. The team is expecting big deals with major cable

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Jan 12 2025SPORTS

Football Fans Upset Over Paywall Game

In a move that has left many fans frustrated, the NFL chose to air the AFC wild-card game between the Steelers and Ravens exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. This isn't the first time the league has dealt with backlash over streaming deals, but it certainly hasn't made the situation any better. The g

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Dec 13 2024BUSINESS

Why UFC's Broadcast Deals Are So Hot Right Now

Imagine the UFC is like a non-stop action movie. It's always on, every weekend, no breaks. That's a big deal for broadcasters. Unlike other sports, UFC doesn't have a bunch of teams to deal with. It's run from a small office in Vegas, making decisions fast. Plus, half of UFC's audience is young adul

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Sep 06 2024SPORTS

Mavs on the Airwaves: A TV Tango in the Streaming Age

The Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for the 2024-25 season, but one question hangs in the air: how will fans watch the games? The team's contract with Diamond Sports Group, the parent company of Bally Sports, has been severed, leaving the future of local broadcasts uncertain. So, what's the deal?

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