Front Office Sports Today

The US Men’s National Team has reportedly hired a new coach: Mauricio Pochettino, formerly of Chelsea FC. We sit down with ‘Yanks Abroad’ host Will Balsam, who provides insight into the decision and what we should expect with Pochettino at the helm, as the US looks forward to hosting the 2026 World Cup.Plus, Colin Kaepernick has a coaching offer on the table, baseball’s biggest dumpster fire is slashing ticket prices, and FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher has the latest on another NBA team is ditching its regional sports network.

Ian Rapoport, an NFL Network insider known for his in-depth analysis, joins athletes Haason Reddick, CeeDee Lamb, and Brandon Aiyuk to discuss pressing holdout issues. They delve into how social media shapes contract negotiations and the evolving landscape of player dynamics. Rapoport also highlights new kickoff rules aimed at enhancing player safety and the financial impact of private equity on team valuations. Additionally, attorney Howard Jacobs weighs in on the legal challenges surrounding Jordan Chiles' medal dispute, revealing the complexities of sports arbitration.

The US could appeal the tenth of a point that denied Jordan Chiles a bronze medal all the way to the Swiss Supreme Court. However it ultimately resolves, both the US and IOC are setting new precedents regarding disputed medals.Meanwhile, FIBA shut down a potential game between Big3 All-Stars and Netherlands’ gold medal-winning 3-on-3 basketball team. Big3 owner Ice Cube had some tough words for the governing organization. Plus, Las Vegas police officers are threatening a boycott on working Raiders game over the NFL’s new policies around facial recognition technology.

The NWSL signed a new CBA coming off its transformative set of $240 million media rights, while rumors emerged of MLS starting its own women's soccer league. Newsletter writer David Rumsey breaks down what we know about the NWSL’s new CBA and the wild rumor involving MLS.Plus we hear from Oakland Roots president Lindsay Barenz, following the team’s announcement that they are moving into the Oakland Coliseum next year, Noah Lyles continues to put the pressure on Adidas, and we hear about an up-and-coming US track league with former football player Brandon Wimbush.

The US women’s soccer team and the men and women’s basketball teams took home gold, but one US Olympian, gymnast Jordan Chiles, is being asked to return her bronze medal. Another Olympian, Jayson Tatum, is unsure if he wants to return after seeing limited minutes for Team USA.We also get the latest developments on the scandal involving Mississippi welfare dollars going to projects connected to Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre, and hear from Vatom CEO Eric Pulier on the coming Olympic Esports Games.

Warner Bros. Discovery is facing major challenges after its earnings report included a $9.1 billion write-down of the company’s value. We also hear from a relatively new player on the media scene, as Curtis Symonds, president of HBCU GO joins to discuss his vision for the company.Plus, a tragedy shook the CrossFit Games just hours into the event and the NCAA is set to take a major step toward pay equity in college basketball.

As we approach the final days of the 2024 Olympics, we welcome two former gold medalists to the show: Carli Lloyd and Caitlyn Jenner.Plus, FOS Senior Reporter Mike McCarthy joins with the latest insight on Charles Barkley and TNT's plans for the future.

The Olympics are surging in both ratings and public interest, and their star-studded cast is a big reason why. Legendary Broadcaster and Olympics Host Mike Tirico joins FOS Today to discuss the scene in Paris, and what goes into NBCs groundbreaking coverage for the Games.Plus, we take you to the "Huddle in the Hamptons", a FOS-hosted event that featured some of the most notable athlete-investors in the industry. Midge Purce, Marcus Colston, and Wale Ogunleye discuss the excitement and caution that comes with being athletes in business.

Barrick Prince, co-founder of the Creator Sports Network, joins to discuss a new strategy to appeal to younger audiences: make game broadcasts feel like TikToks. Prince describes why "altcasts" are the key to the next generation of sports fans.Plus, Noah Lyles wants a shoe deal with Adidas, swimmers are getting sick in the Seine, and the A's sell their share of the Oakland Coliseum.

The IOC brought back 3-on-3 basketball for just the second time, with the United States having a disappointing performance from both the men's and women's team. Ice Cube, founder of the Big3 basketball league, discusses why he thinks he can form a better 3-on-3 basketball team than Team USA.Plus, Adam Kelly, IMG media president, spoke with Owen Poindexter about the rapid evolution of Media Rights deals, and how IMG continues to position itself ahead of that curve.