Derek Futterman
@derekfutterman.bsky.social
Versatile multimedia professional | Award-winning journalist | Multiplatform broadcaster and producer
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: New details on the @espn.com and NFL deal as The Walt Disney Company reports quarterly earnings; the NFL adds international games; and more sports media news.
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News: ESPN, NFL international games, TNT Sports and more
New details on the ESPN-NFL deal that closed over the weekend; the NFL adds international games; and more sports media news.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:36 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: New details on the @espn.com and NFL deal as The Walt Disney Company reports quarterly earnings; the NFL adds international games; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Bob Costas joins the “Sports Media Watch Podcast” to discuss his return to NBC Sports, broadcast career and more.
January 31, 2026 at 5:19 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Bob Costas joins the “Sports Media Watch Podcast” to discuss his return to NBC Sports, broadcast career and more.
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Comcast reports quarterly earnings, including a $552 million loss for Peacock; Mike Tirico is reportedly "unlikely" to call baseball at NBC; and more sports media news.
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News: Comcast, MLB on NBC, Mike Tirico and more
Comcast reports quarterly earnings, including $552 million loss for Peacock; Rizzo reportedly joining NBC Sports; and more sports media news.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:38 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Comcast reports quarterly earnings, including a $552 million loss for Peacock; Mike Tirico is reportedly "unlikely" to call baseball at NBC; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: @netflix.com co-CEO Greg Peters discusses the company's approach to live events; Clayton Kershaw reportedly nearing deal with NBC to join @mlb.com coverage; and more sports media news.
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News: Netflix, PGA Tour on CBS, Clayton Kershaw and more
Netflix's Peters talks about the company's sports strategy; Mariners' Rizzs makes an announcement re. his future; and more sports media news.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:57 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: @netflix.com co-CEO Greg Peters discusses the company's approach to live events; Clayton Kershaw reportedly nearing deal with NBC to join @mlb.com coverage; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A behind-the-scenes look at a Fox college basketball broadcast doubleheader with play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti and analyst Sarah Kustok from Barclays Center.
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The Playbook: Courtside with Benetti and Kustok
Behind the scenes of a Fox women's college basketball doubleheader from Barclays Center with Jason Benetti and Sarah Kustok.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:00 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A behind-the-scenes look at a Fox college basketball broadcast doubleheader with play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti and analyst Sarah Kustok from Barclays Center.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Paramount addresses Discovery Global debt, extends tender offer; @netflix.com to boost content spending; and more sports media news.
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News: Paramount-WBD, Netflix, NFL and more
Paramount extends tender offer deadline in its quest to acquire WBD; Netflix boosting its content amortization; and more sports media news.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:07 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Paramount addresses Discovery Global debt, extends tender offer; @netflix.com to boost content spending; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: The local anchoring and reporting playbook, featuring insights from Bruce Beck, Ashley Wenskoski, Nick Carboni, JP Finlay, Amy Zimmer, Van Tate, Jacques Doucet, Jaime Maggio and Ruthie Polinsky.
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The local sports anchoring and reporting playbook
An in-depth look at local sports anchoring and reporting on news networks across different markets in the United States.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:14 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: The local anchoring and reporting playbook, featuring insights from Bruce Beck, Ashley Wenskoski, Nick Carboni, JP Finlay, Amy Zimmer, Van Tate, Jacques Doucet, Jaime Maggio and Ruthie Polinsky.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: @netflix.com moving to all-cash merger agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery; The Walt Disney Company is reportedly expected to name a successor for CEO Bob Iger next month; and more sports media news.
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News: WBD-Netflix, Disney, Nielsen and more
Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery amend merger agreement; Nielsen announces streaming milestone; and more sports media news.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:12 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: @netflix.com moving to all-cash merger agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery; The Walt Disney Company is reportedly expected to name a successor for CEO Bob Iger next month; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A judge dismisses Paramount motion to expedite lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery; Elle Duncan reportedly hosting some @mlb.com coverage on @netflix.com; and more sports media news.
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News: Paramount-WBD, Elle Duncan, Michael Jordan and more
A judge dismisses Paramount motion to expedite lawsuit against WBD; Elle Duncan reportedly hosting some MLB/NFLX; and more sports media news.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:46 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A judge dismisses Paramount motion to expedite lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery; Elle Duncan reportedly hosting some @mlb.com coverage on @netflix.com; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Local broadcasts of Washington Nationals baseball will be produced, disseminated by @mlb.com; SailGP signs two-year extension with @cbssports.bsky.social; and more sports media news.
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News: Nationals local rights, SailGP, Fox-TikTok and more
The Nationals announce MLB partnership for local broadcasts; SailGP inks media rights extension with CBS Sports; and more sports media news.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:35 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Local broadcasts of Washington Nationals baseball will be produced, disseminated by @mlb.com; SailGP signs two-year extension with @cbssports.bsky.social; and more sports media news.
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ICYMI on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Fox reportedly considered favorite to land Mike Tomlin should he decide to work in television; @netflix.com said to be preparing to make bid all cash for WBD streaming/studio assets; and more sports media news.
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News: Mike Tomlin, Netflix-WBD, Kaylee Hartung and more
Fox is reportedly "considered the favorite" for Mike Tomlin should he decide to work in TV; Hartung joins NBC SB; and more sports media news.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:19 PM
ICYMI on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Fox reportedly considered favorite to land Mike Tomlin should he decide to work in television; @netflix.com said to be preparing to make bid all cash for WBD streaming/studio assets; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: An interview with USA Sports president on the Sports Media Watch Podcast. Hong discusses the sports portfolio, what viewers can expect, the Versant Media business and more.
January 13, 2026 at 11:09 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: An interview with USA Sports president on the Sports Media Watch Podcast. Hong discusses the sports portfolio, what viewers can expect, the Versant Media business and more.
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A new report on potential expansion of the CFP; Paramount files a lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery; and more sports media news.
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News: CFP, Paramount-WBD, Netflix and more
A new report on future expansion of the College Football Playoff; Paramount has sued WBD; and more sports media news.
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January 13, 2026 at 1:43 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A new report on potential expansion of the CFP; Paramount files a lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Paramount is valuing Discovery Global at $0/share; two longtime tennis analysts are no longer at @espn.com; and more sports media news.
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News: Paramount-WBD, ESPN, YES Network and more
Paramount is valuing Discovery Global at $0/share; ESPN makes changes to its tennis broadcasting roster; and more sports media news.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:22 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Paramount is valuing Discovery Global at $0/share; two longtime tennis analysts are no longer at @espn.com; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: @espn.com reportedly wants to keep the Monday night window for annual NFL Wild Card game; Tom Pelissero reports Matt Ryan would not continue working at CBS with potential Atlanta Falcons role; and more sports media news.
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News: ESPN NFL, Matt Ryan, Malika Andrews and more
ESPN reportedly has interest in keeping its Monday night window for an NFL Wild Card game; an update on Matt Ryan; and more sports media news.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:04 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: @espn.com reportedly wants to keep the Monday night window for annual NFL Wild Card game; Tom Pelissero reports Matt Ryan would not continue working at CBS with potential Atlanta Falcons role; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Mark Silverman is "stepping away" from his role as Fox Sports president/COO "in the coming months."
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Silverman "stepping away" from Fox Sports role in coming months
Fox Sports president/COO Mark Silverman is "stepping away" from his current role at the company "in the coming months."
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January 6, 2026 at 9:03 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Mark Silverman is "stepping away" from his role as Fox Sports president/COO "in the coming months."
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Main Street Sports Group reportedly misses payments to "numerous undisclosed NBA teams"; Versant Media shares fall in Nasdaq debut; and more sports media news.
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News: Main Street RSNs, Versant, DISH-Disney and more
Main Street reportedly misses January payments to "numerous undisclosed NBA teams"; Versant down in trading; and more sports media news.
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January 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Main Street Sports Group reportedly misses payments to "numerous undisclosed NBA teams"; Versant Media shares fall in Nasdaq debut; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A new report on the local media future of the @nationals.com as the MASN deal expires at the end of February; Cumulus Media receives a preliminary injunction against Nielsen; and more sports media news.
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News: Nationals local rights, DAZN-FDSN, Cumulus-Nielsen and more
The Washington Nationals will reportedly bring local rights to MLB Media; a Cumulus-Nielsen update; and more sports media news.
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January 2, 2026 at 10:31 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: A new report on the local media future of the @nationals.com as the MASN deal expires at the end of February; Cumulus Media receives a preliminary injunction against Nielsen; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly plans to reject Paramount's takeover bid next week.
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WBD reportedly planning to reject latest Paramount takeover bid
Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly planning to reject a hostile takeover bid with amended terms from Paramount.
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December 30, 2025 at 11:48 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly plans to reject Paramount's takeover bid next week.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Matt Ryan has reportedly "had conversations" about returning to the Atlanta Falcons in a "significant" front office role; USC football head coach Lincoln Riley calls out Notre Dame; and more sports media news.
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News: Matt Ryan, Mark Sanchez, USC-Notre Dame and more
CBS Sports broadcaster Matt Ryan has reportedly discussed a front office role with the Atlanta Falcons; and more sports media news.
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December 30, 2025 at 3:33 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Matt Ryan has reportedly "had conversations" about returning to the Atlanta Falcons in a "significant" front office role; USC football head coach Lincoln Riley calls out Notre Dame; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Bill Simmons will launch his podcast on @netflix.com with a live episode; Comcast president Mike Cavanagh signs a new contract with the company; and more sports media news.
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News: Bill Simmons, Comcast, Netflix-WBD and more
Bill Simmons will make his Netflix debut in January; Mike Cavanagh signs a new contract with Comcast; and more sports media news.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:27 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Bill Simmons will launch his podcast on @netflix.com with a live episode; Comcast president Mike Cavanagh signs a new contract with the company; and more sports media news.
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ICYMI on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: An in-depth look at Nielsen Big Data + Panel and other methodological changes within its television measurement service.
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The Needle: Nielsen Big Data + Panel is redefining TV measurement
A comprehensive look at recent methodological changes instituted by Nielsen Media Research, such as Big Data and OOH.
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December 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
ICYMI on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: An in-depth look at Nielsen Big Data + Panel and other methodological changes within its television measurement service.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Paramount amends its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery; USC and Notre Dame CFB teams will not play each other next season; and more sports media news.
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News: Paramount-WBD, USC-Notre Dame, FOX Sports Radio and more
Paramount guarantees backing from Larry Ellison in quest for WBD; the USC-Notre Dame matchup goes on hiatus; and more sports media news.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:04 AM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Paramount amends its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery; USC and Notre Dame CFB teams will not play each other next season; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Gerry Cardinale discusses the Paramount offer for Warner Bros. Discovery; the NFL has reportedly sent RFPs for its Melbourne Game next season; and more sports media news.
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News: Paramount-WBD, NFL Australia, WNBPA and more
Gerry Cardinale discusses Paramount's bid for WBD; the NFL reportedly sends out RFPs for the 2026 Melbourne Game; and more sports media news.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:04 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: Gerry Cardinale discusses the Paramount offer for Warner Bros. Discovery; the NFL has reportedly sent RFPs for its Melbourne Game next season; and more sports media news.
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New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: An in-depth look at Nielsen Big Data + Panel and other methodological changes within its television measurement service.
www.sportsmediawatch.com/2025/12/niel...
www.sportsmediawatch.com/2025/12/niel...
The Needle: Nielsen Big Data + Panel is redefining TV measurement
A comprehensive look at recent methodological changes instituted by Nielsen Media Research, such as Big Data and OOH.
www.sportsmediawatch.com
December 19, 2025 at 8:32 PM
New on @sportsmediawatch.bsky.social: An in-depth look at Nielsen Big Data + Panel and other methodological changes within its television measurement service.
www.sportsmediawatch.com/2025/12/niel...
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