SBJ Morning Buzzcast SBJ Morning Buzzcast: November 10, 2025
Nov 10, 2025
Reflecting on Paul Tagliabue's profound impact on the NFL following his passing, the conversation dives into Orlando's NFL audition as the Jaguars temporarily relocate. There's a quirky discussion about Trump's request to name the Commanders' new stadium after himself, alongside the fallout from the government shutdown affecting Veterans Day celebrations. The show's insights into NBA Europe's upcoming launch and Las Vegas's hefty investments in major events add a global perspective, while LA28's volunteer initiative highlights opportunities for aspiring sports professionals.
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Personal Tribute To Paul Tagliabue
- Abe Matcor recalls Paul Tagliabue as a friend, mentor, and transformative NFL leader.
- He highlights Tagliabue's integrity and crisis leadership after 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.
Tagliabue Shaped The Modern NFL
- Tagliabue guided the NFL through massive media deals, team valuation growth, and a stadium boom.
- His crisis decisions reinforced the NFL's cultural role and long-term stability.
Sports Leadership Has Civic Weight
- Cancelling NFL games after 9/11 set an example other leagues followed and showed sports' civic responsibility.
- Keeping the Saints in New Orleans after Katrina demonstrated sports' community importance.