Desmond Howard makes awkward apology for Chappelle’s Show “choke a bitch” reference
Referential humor is always risky if people aren't aware of the reference and Desmond Howard learned that.
Viewing Picks for August 24, 2019
NFL Network has a preseason tripleheader beginning at 1 p.m. ET today
Sinclair’s purchase of Fox RSNs approved by Justice Department
The Fox Sports RSNs are officially the Sinclair RSNs.
NBA finds insufficient evidence to support Kelli Tennant’s sexual assault allegations against Luke Walton
The league or team will not be disciplining Walton.
Long national nightmare over as Disney relaxes sign rules for GameDay at Magic Kingdom
Proving once again that corporate synergy is a two-way street.
Judge rules in favor of Nationals in rights fee dispute with Orioles, orders MASN to pay out $296.8 million
If the ruling stands, MASN will also owe interest on the $296.8 million.
Viewing Picks for August 23, 2019
NFL Preseason continues with the Browns-Bucs on NFL Network and Bills-Lions on CBS
Urban Meyer adds Big Ten Network role to Fox Sports analyst duties
The former Ohio State coach will serve as a studio analyst at Fox Sports and the Big Ten Network.
In honor of Goodyear Blimp HOF induction, Marty Smith and Ryan McGee will do a Notre Dame-Louisville “BlimpCast”
For the second time ever, ESPN will broadcast an ESPN3 feed of announcers commenting on a college football game from the Goodyear Blimp.
MSG Networks saw a 6.5 percent subscriber drop last quarter, leading to their biggest stock plunge ever
MSG Networks have been hit even harder than the pay-TV industry in general.
Mets’ director of media relations Ethan Wilson walked in on a live shot of the SNY TV booth to correct an injury report
Wilson brought information that Marcus Stroman's exit was about his hamstring, not his hand, but he did so during a live shot of the SNY announcers.
Astros reportedly bar Detroit Free Press reporter from clubhouse at the request of Justin Verlander (updated)
This is a pretty clear violation of the MLB CBA.
HBO Sports has acquired “Well Groomed,” a documentary covering a year in the world of competitive dog grooming
The 60-minute film Well Groomed, from director Rebecca Stern, will premiere on HBO in December.
Amid Antonio Brown saga, Hard Knocks ratings in Pittsburgh triple national average
Ratings overall for the third episode of Hard Knocks are roughly flat from last year.
Viewing Picks for August 23, 2019
It's the debut of the ACC Network across four ESPN networks and the ACC Network!