The New York Times – Sports:
Many college sports championships, including the marquee women’s basketball tournament, have been sold as a bundle. The prospect of selling separately raises questions for dozens of sports.
Category: ESPN
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NFL Schedule for 2023 Includes First Black Friday Game
The New York Times – Sports:
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will play the Miami Dolphins in a Black Friday game that will air on Amazon, as pro football continues its expansion of the regular-season lineup.
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Why the N.F.L. Draft Is Bigger Than ‘Succession’
The New York Times – Sports:
It’s an awards presentation, a Hallmark Channel-style TV drama, a beauty pageant and a reality show. And the N.F.L. really knows how to sell.
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After Celebrating Tragedy, the N.F.L. Draft Looks to Change Its Tone
The New York Times – Sports:
Criticism of the fascination with players’ bodies and the focus on tragic family histories has the league and its broadcast partners rethinking the draft.
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The Fury-Paul Fight: YouTube Boxing Meets Saudi Money
The New York Times – Sports:
Tommy Fury and Jake Paul have been trading verbal jabs for months. After being postponed twice, their fight on Sunday is being staged in Saudi Arabia, and ESPN is streaming it.
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After Damar Hamlin’s Collapse, Who Told Bengals and Bills Players to Warm Up?
The New York Times – Sports:
ESPN told viewers that players were given five minutes to warm up after Hamlin was taken off the field. The N.F.L. denied that. On Sunday, Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed the question.
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After an Emotional Week, N.F.L. Players Return to the Field
The New York Times – Sports:
Kansas City will play against the Raiders on Saturday in Las Vegas in the first N.F.L. game since Damar Hamlin’s collapse on Monday night. The mood is likely to be subdued, at least at first.