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Howard Stern: Troy Aikman should be mad at ESPN, not Joe Buck
Howard Stern argues that Troy Aikman's frustration over the Monday Night Football booth should be directed at ESPN, not fellow analyst Joe Buck. The tension stems from Buck's six‑year contract extension with ESPN, announced in September, which Aikman learned about only after the deal was made, leaving his own future uncertain. Stern, a frequent Buck guest on his SiriusXM show, suggests ESPN withheld information and bears responsibility for the rift. The discussion highlights the fallout from the secretive contract negotiations and its impact on the long‑standing Buck‑Aikman partnership.
Ian Eagle rebrands the ‘Peanut Punch’ in honor of Jim Nantz
During the Colts‑Vikings game, Ian Eagle humorously renamed the "Peanut Punch" forced‑fumble move the "Jim Nantz" after a near‑wrist injury to CBS’s veteran announcer. Colts cornerback Justin Walley executed the hit on Vikings RB Aaron Jones, prompting Ross Tucker’s praise and Eagle’s quip. The article recalls a prior clip where J.J. Watt demonstrated the technique on a 67‑year‑old Nantz, who then suffered a wrist strain but vowed to play through it. Walley’s successful first attempt makes him the most effective "Jim Nantz" in CBS history.
NFL reportedly ‘furious’ over Eagles’ messaging on Jalen Hurts’ blood clots
The NFL is reportedly "furious" with the Philadelphia Eagles over their handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood‑clot saga. Hurts played in the London Eagles‑Jaguars game on Oct. 12 despite a superficial clot diagnosis, then was later found with deep‑vein thrombosis and lung clots, likely ending his season. The league and NFLPA have launched a joint investigation, but the Eagles have offered only brief comments from coach Nick Sirianni, refusing to speak with medical staff or executives. NFL chief medical officer Allen Sills defended the team's protocols, yet the lack of transparency fuels league frustration.
Mike Tomlin defends Dan Campbell’s controversial fourth-down decision
In a wild Sunday Night Football finish, the Detroit Lions faced a fourth-and‑one on their own 23‑yard line with under five minutes left and a 20‑17 tie against the Green Bay Packers. Dan Campbell chose to go for it, but the play failed and the Lions turned it over on downs. A blocked field‑goal attempt later helped Detroit secure the win. Former Steelers head coach and analyst Mike Tomlin defended Campbell’s call, arguing elite quarterback play and clock‑management justified the risk. Tomlin’s support highlights the growing acceptance of aggressive, analytics‑driven decisions in tight games.
Troy Aikman mourns longtime spotter David Moulton: ‘He deserved better’
Troy Aikman mourns the loss of his longtime NFL broadcast spotter David Moulton, who died at 59 after a six‑year battle with stage‑four renal cell cancer. Aikman praised Moulton’s loyalty and insight, noting their partnership since 2018 and highlighting memorable moments like the Super Bowl cue about Richard Sherman covering Travis Kelce. Moulton’s career spanned CBS, Fox golf, and local radio, where he co‑hosted a 20‑year show and covered Florida Gulf Coast athletics. Colleagues, including Gary Danielson and Jenny Dell, remember his behind‑the‑scenes contributions that shaped NFL telecasts.
Terry Bradshaw refusing to retire from Fox: ‘They’re going to want to replace me’
Terry Bradshaw, 78, tells Men’s Health he isn’t planning to retire from Fox despite a two‑year contract extension. After predicting his exit around Super Bowl LIX (2025) and again before Super Bowl LXIII (2029), Bradshaw now says Fox will eventually replace him, but he won’t announce retirement to avoid a tribute and hopes to stay on through his 80s. He compares his retirement chatter to Charles Barkley’s, emphasizing he’ll stay put rather than jump to another network like ESPN. The interview reveals Bradshaw’s confidence in his longevity and hints at a future succession plan at Fox.
‘College GameDay’ headed to Bloomington for Minnesota-Indiana
ESPN’s College GameDay will broadcast from Bloomington, Indiana on Saturday, October 26, 2026, for the matchup between the defending national champion Hoosiers and the Minnesota Golden Gophers. It’s the third GameDay visit to Bloomington and the first since Indiana’s 2025 title run. Despite the Gophers being 20‑point underdogs and the game airing on CBS at 3:30 p.m. ET, ESPN chooses the site to honor Indiana’s historic season, marking the second Big Ten stop this year after Ohio State‑Iowa and the third straight week away from an SEC venue.
Mike Tomlin says Jets should practice two-minute drill ‘every day’
Mike Tomlin criticizes Jets head coach Aaron Glenn for the team's 107-6 deficit in the two minutes before halftime over his 24-game tenure, highlighted by a 28-25 loss to the winless Miami Dolphins on Oct. 25. Tomlin says the Jets should practice two‑minute drills daily, noting that Glenn’s four timeouts in the first half allowed a 15‑play, 91‑yard Dolphins drive. The defeat drops New York to 2‑5, Glenn to 5‑19 overall and 0‑8 in the AFC East, sparking calls for his dismissal. Tomlin’s blunt advice underscores the urgency to fix the Jets’ clock management before the season’s slump deepens.
Bill Cowher defends Eagles coach Nick Sirianni after rough start to season
Former Steelers coach Bill Cowher steps in to defend Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni amid a 2‑4 start to the 2026 NFL season. Cowher, speaking on CBS, highlights Sirianni’s five straight playoff trips, a Super Bowl win, and his track record of developing assistants, while noting the team’s injuries—most notably QB Jalen Hurts out with blood clots—and a revamped offensive line. He urges patience, saying the Eagles still boast the division’s top defense and remain playoff‑eligible. The article previews Monday night’s matchup against the Dallas Cowboys, with Tanner McKee set to start at quarterback and rookie Makai Lemon targeting his first big opportunity.
Kurt Warner apologizes for mixing up Jaylen and Tyler Warren
During the NFL’s historic first game in France, analysts Kurt Warner and Jason Kelce called the Steelers‑Saints matchup. Warner repeatedly confused Steelers running back Jaylen Warren with Colts tight end Tyler Warren, praising the wrong player three times on air. After the 16–10 Steelers win, Warner apologized on Twitter, acknowledging the slip and commending Warren’s 137 yards. The blunder sparked online jokes but was handled graciously.
Derek Rae reflects on his storied career calling soccer in the United States
Derek Rae looks back on a four‑decade career broadcasting soccer in the United States, from his first hospital‑radio calls in Aberdeen to commentating every men’s World Cup since 1990 and every World Cup and Euro on U.S. TV since 2004. He shares how a cassette recorder at age seven, mentorship from Scottish legend David Francey, and a chance audition at 19 launched his professional path, and why a 1988 trip to Boston sparked his move to America in 1991. Rae also recounts calling the dramatic 2005 Champions League final between Liverpool and Milan, calling it his most unforgettable match.
TV and streaming viewing picks for October 26 2026: How to watch World Series Game 3 and WNBA Finals Game 5
Awful Announcing’s October 26 guide lists every TV and streaming option for the day’s marquee events, spotlighting MLB’s World Series Game 3 at Tropicana Field (Fox/Fox One, FS1, MLB Network) and the WNBA Finals Game 5 (NBA TV/Peacock). The rundown also includes college football press conferences, SEC and ACC shows, NBA matchups, golf tournaments, and NFL Monday Night Football, with specific channels, start times and announcer line‑ups. Readers can quickly see which networks carry each game and plan their viewing schedule.
Tom Brady rips officiating in Lions-Packers over soft calls
During the Packers‑Lions game on Oct. 25, 2026, former quarterback Tom Brady, now a broadcaster alongside Kevin Burkhardt, erupts over two controversial rough‑the‑passer calls. In the fourth quarter, Detroit linebacker Derrick Barnes is flagged for a hit on a receiver, and later quarterback Jared Goff receives a 15‑yard penalty after a hard hit while delivering a pass to tight end Sam LaPorta. Brady calls both flags "soft" and "teach‑tape" tackles, a view echoed by Fox rules analyst Dean Blandio. Fans react strongly, noting Brady’s own history of protected calls, while the debate highlights growing frustration with NFL officiating.
Mike Greenberg tees off on Aaron Glenn after Jets’ latest loss: ‘Absolute disgrace’
After the New York Jets fall 28-25 to the Miami Dolphins on October 25, ESPN’s Mike Greenberg launches a scathing attack on head coach Aaron Glenn, calling the loss “absolute disgrace” and urging the Jets to fire him. Greenberg lambasts Glenn’s halftime timeout decisions, saying the coach’s game‑management is among the worst in the NFL. Glenn defended his choice not to use a timeout to regain possession, but Greenberg called the explanation “inexcusable.” The backlash highlights growing frustration among Jets fans and the media’s uneasy role in critiquing the team’s leadership.
Cavaliers reportedly reach deal with DirecTV amid frustration over DAZN accessibility
The Cleveland Cavaliers have struck a deal with DirecTV to air their games on channel 660, starting with the home opener against the Brooklyn Nets on Oct. 26. This ends the team’s exclusive reliance on DAZN, which previously forced in‑market fans to pay $120 for a season‑long subscription despite a $20 million rights fee for the Cavs. The new linear broadcast eases access after the Cavs were labeled the league’s least‑accessible team, though details on financial adjustments or refunds remain unclear.
Florida sportscaster and top NFL, CFB spotter David Moulton passes away at 59
Veteran Florida sportscaster David Moulton dies at 59 after a six‑year battle with stage‑four renal cell cancer. Known for the longtime radio show Miller & Moulton, Moulton also worked as an NFL spotter for Fox’s Joe Buck and Troy Aikman, a CBS SEC game spotter with Gary Danielson, ABC 7 Sarasota anchor, SiriusXM Mad Dog host, FGCU athletics voice, and columnist for the Naples Daily News and The News‑Press. Colleagues including Buck, Aikman, Mark Miller, and former CBS crew members posted heartfelt tributes after his hospice passing on October 24, 2026.
Joe Davis calls for check-swing review after controversial World Series Game 2 ending
Joe Davis, Fox’s World Series play‑by‑play voice, urged the league to extend its automated ball‑strike (ABS) system to cover check‑swings after a contentious call ended Game 2. With the Brewers holding a 5‑4 win over the Rays in the ninth, Yandy Díaz’s full‑count check‑swing was ruled an offer, sealing Milwaukee’s 2‑0 series lead. Davis highlighted that MLB lacks a definition for check‑swings and no replay review exists, despite the Check Swing Challenge already in use in the minors and Triple‑A. However, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred says major‑league implementation isn’t imminent amid CBA talks.
Aaron Rodgers advocates for full week of international games, rips owners over player safety
After the Steelers’ Paris win over the Saints, 42‑year‑old quarterback Aaron Rodgers used the post‑game press conference to push for a dedicated international‑game week followed by a universal bye. He recalled a CBA proposal that would have let each team play abroad while preserving player health, but owners chose a 17th regular‑season game instead. Rodgers criticized owners for prioritizing revenue over safety and urged the league to fund cultural events and outreach during overseas trips. His remarks highlight ongoing debate over NFL expansion and player welfare.
WNBA Finals Game 3 continues strong viewership for series
Game 3 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream drew 1.71 million viewers on USA Network, CNBC and Peacock, making it the most‑watched Game 3 since 1999 and the third‑most‑watched Finals game on cable ever. The broadcast ranks ninth overall in Finals history and outperformed Game 2’s 1.33 million audience, with roughly half of the prior game’s viewers tuned to Peacock. It also marked the 12th straight Finals game to exceed one million viewers, a streak that began after 80 winless games. With the series tied 2‑2 and now a best‑of‑seven, a potential Game 7 could set a new viewership record.
Arch Manning lobbies Holly Rowe to cover more Texas games: ‘We’re 3-0 with you’
After Texas edged Ole Miss 34-27, quarterback Arch Manning used his post‑game interview with ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe to plea for more Texas coverage, noting the Longhorns are "3‑0 with you" this season. The request follows a recent controversy where coach Steve Sarkisian ignored Rowe’s interview and a viral AI‑edited video suggested he slapped her, prompting apologies from both men. Manning’s light‑hearted lobbying marks a calmer turn in the saga, but whether Rowe will return for next week’s Mississippi State game remains uncertain.
Kurt Warner repeatedly confuses Jaylen Warren with Tyler Warren
During the NFL Network's Steelers‑Saints game from the Stade de France, commentator Kurt Warner repeatedly misnames Pittsburgh running back Jaylen Warren as "Tyler Warren," the Colts tight end, even praising him as the league's top yards‑after‑catch runner. After three slip‑ups, his co‑hosts finally correct him. The mix‑up occurs just weeks after the two Warrens faced off in a 34‑22 Steelers win over the Colts.
Warriors honor Bay Area sports reporter Michael Wagaman
The Golden State Warriors paid tribute to legendary Bay Area sports reporter Michael Wagaman during their home opener on October 24, 2026, placing a jersey, photo, flowers and a placard in press row. Wagaman, who covered Bay Area teams since 1996 for the AP and NBC Sports, died on Aug. 7 at age 59. Earlier tributes came from the Athletics, Giants, 49ers and coach Steve Kerr, who praised his humor and energy. The Warriors' gesture follows a series of honors across local sports, highlighting Wagaman’s lasting impact on the Bay Area media community.
Steelers mocked for ‘Peaky Blinders’ look in Paris
Ahead of the NFL’s first regular‑season game in France, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback group—Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, Drew Allar, and coach Tom Arth—show up in coordinated suits, ties and flat caps, dubbing their look “Peaky Blinders.” Fans and commentators poke fun at the English‑gangster theme for a Paris venue, noting the show’s tenuous link to France and the odd cultural mismatch. The post highlights the viral social‑media reaction and the historical background of the real Peaky Blinders gang.
Peyton Manning has no plans to trade ManningCast for Colts’ front office
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Peyton Manning has no interest in the Indianapolis Colts' vacant general‑manager spot and the team hasn't even contacted him. Manning remains focused on his Omaha Productions empire—ManningCast, Peyton’s Places, Eli’s Places, NFL Honors, the ESPYs and multiple podcasts—with a nine‑year ESPN extension through 2034 and lucrative endorsement deals. Though former host Dan Patrick suggested the Colts might offer Manning a GM role with an ownership stake, Schefter says any front‑office move is unlikely. The decision also keeps the ManningCast intact and leaves the Monday Night Football booth shuffle open, with Greg Olsen emerging as the likely Aikman replacement.
LIV CEO Scott O’Neil gets massive bonus amid bankruptcy
Amid LIV Golf’s bankruptcy filing and mass layoffs, CEO Scott O’Neil receives a $6.375 million retention bonus, according to court documents cited by Golf Digest. CFO David Phillips and chief legal officer John Ruzich earn $3.3 million and $2.6 million respectively, while former CEO Greg Norman gets a $9.6 million payout. The league faces a looming deadline for player commitments on October 25, with only Richard Bland and Cameron Tringale publicly signing on as LIV 2.0 looms, and star Jon Rahm already departing. Critics label the bonuses scandalous as vendors sue over unpaid invoices and the tour’s future hangs in doubt.
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