Front Office Sports Today

The NFL is gearing up for a big holiday weekend with its annual slate of Thanksgiving games, and its second rendition of a Black Friday game with Amazon. Front Office Sports writers Alex Schiffer, Margaret Fleming, and Amanda Christovich join the show for a roundtable discussion about the NFL's legacy Thanksgiving games, plus a little Thanksgiving trivia.Also, Front Office Sports Today is going on hiatus during the Holiday season. Owen and the Front Office Sports Today team gather for a roundtable discussion about their favorite guests and memories from the show, what to look forward to in business and sports, and what the team is thankful for heading into the Holiday season.

We dive into the FOS-exclusive story behind Michigan's recruitment of No. 1 prospect Bryce Underwood, largely facilitated by billionaire Larry Ellison's involvement in the Wolverines' NIL offseason.Plus, the Washington Commanders could benefit greatly from a proposed bill that would grant a new lease to their former home of RFK Stadium in D.C.. Front Office Sports reporter AJ Perez joins to discuss the outlook for the Commanders' next playing site and where the funding for a D.C.-based stadium would come from.Also, Saquon Barkley could boost the NFL running back market, and we explore the legendary impact of John Madden, and the NBA wants Caitlin Clark involved in All Star Weekend.

Santa Clara University is a women's soccer powerhouse, but faces challenges to survive in a world dominated by college football. Front Office Sports reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss how Santa Clara is adapting to the NIL era, and getting by without its own football program.Also, Chris Myers, a longtime analyst with FOX Sports, has covered Super Bowls, Final Fours, World Series, and more. Myers joins the show to share some of the stories from his expansive career, and how the media world has evolved in his time.Plus, Jason Kelce is getting a late-night show, the Giants cut Daniel Jones, and Aaron Rodgers could be done with the Jets.

Colorado and Oregon are both expected to make waves in each of their respective conference championships, despite 2024 being each of their inaugural seasons with the Big 10 and Big 12. Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey joins the show to discuss how conference expansion has allowed newcomers to shine, and some usual powerhouses to underperform.Plus, Front Office Sports reporter Amanda Christovich takes a look at how the upcoming Trump Administration could impact college athletics and Title IX.

The New York Jets are trending in the wrong direction, and Aaron Rodgers’s future with the team is up in the air because of it. Front Office Sports breaking news reporter Alex Schiffer joins to discuss where the Jets problems truly originate, and why the solution might not be as simple as parting ways with Rodgers.Plus, we hear from SailGP CRO Ben Johnson on recent developments in pro sailing, Caitlin Clark has turned down Unrivaled, and Joel Embiid is livid over leaks from the 76ers team meeting.

Juan Soto has been taking meetings with a slew of suitors, but only a few can truly afford him—for now. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins the show to assess which owners are capable and willing to break the bank for Soto, and how MLB is counting on its new CBA to balance things out.Plus, Cleveland has emerged as the latest suitor for a WNBA team, joining ... just about everyone else. FOS reporter Colin Salao explains the craze to secure the final WNBA expansion spot.Also, the NFL saw its biggest TV audience of the season, the Bruins fired their coach, and the LPGA will have a major increase in prize money next year.

The Knicks are on the verge of another NBA investigation, this time over the details of Rick Brunson's promotion to a top assistant role in the same offseason his son, Jalen, took a huge pay cut. Front Office Sports reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to explain why the Knicks view a potential investigation as "harassment" by the league and how this situation could play out.We also hear from former Knicks GM Scott Perry, who weighs in on drama in the Eastern Conference and the rise of mid-market teams under the new CBA.Also, the Jets fired their GM, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson set records at the gate, and the NFL gets boxed in by the Simpsons.

NBA ratings have been low this season, but there is a moment of respite coming: The 15–0 Cavaliers take on the reigning champion Celtics in arguably the biggest 2024 Emirates NBA Cup game to date. It will be a litmus test for the tournament’s gravitas in terms of TV viewership, says writer Front Office Sports reporter Colin Salao, who joins the show to discuss.Plus, the Lions are Super Bowl favorites for the first time. We hear from cornerback Kerby Joseph on the team's season so far and how it is navigating the NFC North, the toughest division in football.

The NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery have settled their lawsuit, and 'Inside the NBA' is now heading to ESPN. Tuned In columnist Mike McCarthy has learned that TNT will maintain "complete editorial control" as Disney licenses the award-winning program. Mike joins the show to reveal how this settlement came together and why it is likely to be a win-win scenario.Plus, we hear from Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski about the influence of the NBA's business side on players' day-to-day, and how his hall-of-fame teammates are inspiring him on and off the court.Also, Netflix struggles in front of a 65M audience, Kirby Smart rips the College Football Playoff committee, and the Rays stadium deal may be dead.

Entering a pivotal Week 12, the Big Ten and SEC occupy eight of the twelve spots in the College Football Playoff rankings. Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey joins the show discuss why these conferences hold the keys to a successful 12-team CFP, especially as it relates to TV audiences. Plus, we hear from CFB analyst Adam Breneman on the evolutions of the transfer portal, revenue sharing model, and coaching expectations.