
NBA West Sleepers, Rich NFL Announcers, and the ‘Euphoria’ Awards With Rob Mahoney, Bryan Curtis, and Zoe Simmons
The Bill Simmons Podcast
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The Competitive Landscape of NFL Announcing
This chapter explores the cutthroat bidding environment for NFL announcers with networks like Amazon, Fox, and ESPN vying for top talent. It particularly focuses on Troy Aikman's transition to a more critical and assertive broadcasting style, contrasting it with the approach of Tony Romo. The discussion also examines the impact of announcer fame on network strategies and audience expectations, highlighting ESPN's challenges and financial considerations in hiring the right talent.
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