The Bill Simmons Podcast Romo’s Big Contract, First Take’s Rise, Biden’s Comeback, and the Coronavirus With Bryan Curtis and Jason Gay | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Mar 6, 2020
Bryan Curtis, a prominent sports journalist, and Jason Gay, a witty columnist for the Wall Street Journal, dive deep into the world of sports media. They discuss the eye-popping details of Tony Romo's hefty CBS contract and what it means for future sports broadcasters. The duo also analyzes the rise of ‘First Take’ and ESPN's recent cancellations. Finally, they explore the unsettling impact of the coronavirus on sports events and Joe Biden's unexpected political resurgence, sprinkling humor throughout their engaging conversation.
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Chang's Intro
- Bill Simmons reminisces about teaching David Chang how to record a podcast intro.
- This took four hours, highlighting the initial challenges of podcasting.
Network Competition
- Media trades and network competition are heating up for NFL broadcasting rights.
- Networks believe enhancing their announcing teams strengthens their bids, exemplified by Romo's CBS contract.
Salary Tipping Point
- ESPN faced a potential tipping point with announcer salaries after pursuing Tony Romo.
- CBS, lacking comparable star power, avoided this issue, making Romo's deal more feasible for them.