ESPN acquiring NFL Network, RedZone from NFL

ESPN is acquiring the NFL Network and other NFL media assets, including the linear rights to the league’s popular RedZone channel, in a deal that will see the NFL get a 10% equity stake in the all-sports network, it was announced. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} ESPN acquiring NFL Network, RedZone from NFL

Kelce on SB loss: 'Thrown that thing in the trash'

Tight end Travis Kelce said “I’ve thrown that thing in the trash,” speaking of the Chiefs’ blowout loss to the Eagles in Super Bowl LIX. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Kelce on SB loss: 'Thrown that thing in the trash'

Vrabel bloodied after jumping into practice scrum

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel jumped into a pile of players at Wednesday’s practice with the Commanders and came out with a bloodied cheek, which caught the attention of players in the ensuing huddle. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Vrabel bloodied after jumping into practice scrum

Tua: Appointment to sports council 'an honor'

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa called his appointment to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition “an honor.” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Tua: Appointment to sports council 'an honor'

Giants' Nabers: Less practice 'part of the plan'

Giants receiver Malik Nabers didn’t participate in the final few periods of practice Wednesday, saying it’s “part of the plan” to being healthy when it counts: game time. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Giants' Nabers: Less practice 'part of the plan'

Jerry confident Parsons available for opener? 'No'

Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones is not confident Pro Bowl edge rusher Micah Parsons will be available for the Sept. 4 season opener against the Eagles. “No, absolutely not,” Jones said Tuesday. “A big part of that is his decision. How would I know that?” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Jerry confident Parsons available […]

Jaguars unsure of Armstead's status for Week 1

When asked if Arik Armstead would be available for the Jaguars’ Sept. 7 opener against the Panthers, first-year coach Liam Coen said, “I would think so. It’s hard for me to say right now, though.” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Jaguars unsure of Armstead's status for Week 1

Hour 2: Chris Doering Joins the Show

Paul Finebaum is joined by SEC Network Analyst Chris Doering as they preview Florida football this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Source: Paul Finebaum {$excerpt:n} Hour 2: Chris Doering Joins the Show

Hour 4: Matt Stinchcomb, ESPN CFB Analyst

Final hour of the show and ESPN CFB Analyst Matt Stinchcomb joins the show to get us ready for the start of college football. And we take your phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices