Deals & Deadlines

Baseball’s next labor battle has already begun. Matt Chernoff and veteran NFL agent Hadley Engelhard examine MLB’s reported salary-cap and salary-floor proposal—and explain why revenue sharing could become the biggest obstacle to avoiding another lockout. They also discuss Joe Buck’s $100 million ESPN deal, Troy Aikman’s leverage, the ManningCast’s ratings problem, Lane Kiffin driving massive business at Ole Miss and the NFL’s stadium spending boom. Watch the latest episode of Deals and Deadlines from 680 The Fan.

The NFL is officially turning Opening Week into Opening Week with the league kicking off the 2026 season on a Wednesday night and expanding its international footprint. Hadley Engelhard joins Matt Chernoff for the latest episode of Deals & Deadlines to break down the biggest business stories across the sports world. 🏈 NFL Opening Week Goes International The NFL's first-ever Wednesday night opener, nine international games, Netflix broadcasts and the league's first Thanksgiving Eve game signal just how much the schedule is changing. Hadley explains the financial impact of international games, including how teams and players are affected by overseas taxes and travel. ⚾ MLB Expansion Is Coming? With baseball's CBA set to expire December 1, expansion could be one of the biggest topics in the next round of negotiations. Salt Lake City and Nashville are emerging as leading candidates as MLB looks toward adding two more teams — and potentially changing divisions, playoff formats and the economics of the sport. 📺 47 Years of ESPN's Impact on Sports ESPN recently celebrated 47 years on the air. Hadley and Matt look at how ESPN helped transform sports media from niche programming into a 24/7 business model that paved the way for today's streaming landscape. 🏟️ Are College Football Cupcake Games Disappearing? With the SEC moving toward nine conference games and the College Football Playoff expanding, smaller schools could lose some of the lucrative guarantee games they rely on to fund their athletic departments. What happens to those programs if the big checks start disappearing? ⚖️ SEC vs. LSU & Lane Kiffin The SEC's legal battle with LSU and the controversy surrounding Lane Kiffin's comments about adding former NFL players to college rosters raises bigger questions about who is actually in control of college football. 🏈 Bill Belichick's UNC Era Gets More Complicated The situation surrounding North Carolina, Michael Lombardi and allegations involving his son Steve creates another layer of uncertainty around Belichick's attempt to build an NFL-style operation in college football. 🏐 Volleyball Takes Over Wrigley Field The inaugural Big Ten-SEC Volleyball Challenge at Wrigley Field drew a massive crowd and showcased how sports are increasingly turning unique venues into major events. Sports & 9/11: 25 Years Later With the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaching, Matt and Hadley look back at how the tragedy affected sports, the return of professional games and the powerful ways teams continue to honor those who were lost. ⛳ What's Next for LIV Golf? LIV Golf's bankruptcy filing raises questions about the future of the league, its funding and what could happen to its players if they attempt to return to the PGA Tour. 🏌️ Charlie Woods Lands His First NIL Deal Tiger Woods' son Charlie Woods has signed his first NIL deal with TaylorMade ahead of his college career at Florida State. Hadley explains the business and branding value behind the deal. 📻 The Return of a Spurs Broadcaster The episode wraps with the unusual story involving former Spurs broadcaster Jacob Tobey, his relationship with a player's sister and the circumstances surrounding his return. Subscribe to 680 The Fan on YouTube and follow Deals & Deadlines wherever you get your podcasts for new episodes every week.

On the latest episode of Deals & Deadlines, hosted by Matt Chernoff and super agent Hadley Engelhard, the biggest stories in sports business take center stage — from the future of the College Football Playoff and the NCAA’s ongoing legal battles to massive moves across the NFL, MLB and college athletics. Matt and Hadley discuss SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s vision for an expanded College Football Playoff, including the possibility of requiring teams to play 10 Power Four opponents to qualify. They also dive into the escalating eligibility battle involving LSU, former NFL players and the NCAA, and why the chaos could ultimately force federal legislation and new guardrails for college sports. The Lane Kiffin era at LSU is already creating a major buzz, while Tennessee’s $120 million jersey-patch deal with First Horizon Bank shows just how much money schools are finding through new sponsorship opportunities. The episode also covers the surprising situation surrounding former North Carolina GM Michael Lombardi, Stan Kroenke’s reported purchase of the Los Angeles Angels and the potential real estate play behind the deal. Plus, Matt and Hadley break down NFL roster manipulation heading into Week 1, Netflix expanding access to NFL games for bars and restaurants, MLB’s rising attendance numbers amid looming labor concerns, high school athletes becoming content creators, Tony Romo’s uncertain future with CBS, and the bizarre case of a man accused of posing as an NFL player while allegedly scamming women out of millions. Deals & Deadlines drops weekly. Subscribe and follow wherever you get your favorite podcasts, and watch the show on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel.

The Atlanta Falcons are now valued at a staggering $10.6 billion after a private equity firm purchased a minority stake in the franchise. Matt Chernoff and longtime sports agent Hadley Engelhard break down what the deal means for Arthur Blank and the future value of NFL teams. Plus, could the NHL finally return to Atlanta? Matt and Hadley discuss the two proposed arena projects, why a team could succeed in the suburbs and the biggest obstacle standing in Atlanta’s way.

Matt Chernoff and longtime NFL agent Hadley Engelhard break down the biggest stories shaping the business of sports on the latest episode of Deals & Deadlines. The guys react to the Lakers’ record-breaking $12+ billion sale, what skyrocketing franchise valuations mean across professional sports and why teams like the Falcons continue to explode in value. They also dive into: • Why MLB’s next CBA fight could put the 2027 season in jeopardy • The battle over a potential MLB salary cap, salary floor and revenue sharing • Why the NFL continues to dominate every other sport in television ratings • Whether the College Football Playoff could eventually expand to 16, 20 or even 24 teams • How ESPN, the SEC and Big Ten could shape the future of the playoff • Why Jayden Daniels’ dispute with LSU over No. 5 could be a major PR mistake • The truth behind million-dollar high school NIL valuations • How NIL and the transfer portal are changing college football roster building forever Subscribe to 680 The Fan for new episodes of Deals & Deadlines and more conversations about the money, contracts and decisions driving the sports world.

This week on Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and sports business insider Hadley Engelhard break down the biggest stories shaping the business of sports. 🔥 Topics include: Why MLB All-Star Game ticket prices in Philadelphia skyrocketed past $1,400 - Concerns about the future of the MLB All-Star Game despite strong revenues - FIFA's plan to potentially expand the World Cup to 64 teams and what it means financially - The surprising business behind selling pieces of the World Cup pitch for up to $3,000 - Why New Jersey landed the World Cup Final over other host cities - Christian Pulisic's missed opportunity to capitalize on the World Cup spotlight - Growing tensions between MLB owners and players as another labor showdown looms - What Jordan Walker's Home Run Derby payday says about baseball's salary structure - Netflix's new role in MLB's marquee events and the future of sports streaming - Bryce Harper's response to the FanDuel controversy and the legal questions surrounding athlete likeness rights - The Seattle Seahawks' record-setting $9.6 billion sale and what it means for franchise valuations - How sports agents manage public-relations crises after player altercations - Backlash over Stanley Cup engraving decisions by Carolina - Hurricanes ownership - Adam Schefter's massive ESPN extension and the continued value of breaking news insiders  🎙️ Whether it's billion-dollar franchise sales, labor negotiations, media rights, sponsorships, or athlete branding, Deals & Deadlines delivers the stories behind the business of sports. ✅ Subscribe for new episodes every week 🎥 Watch on the 680 The Fan YouTube Channel 🔔 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sports business insights.

Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhardt break down the biggest stories in sports business on this week's episode of Deals & Deadlines. 🏈 The Falcons hand Kyle Pitts a 3-year, $54 million extension. Was it the right move or are they paying for potential? 🏈 Brendan Sorsby's supplemental draft hopes are denied by the NFL, setting the stage for a possible legal battle. 🎓 The NCAA approves a new 5-for-5 eligibility model, changing the future of college athletics and NIL. 🏀 NBA Draft financial realities, AJ Dybantsa's massive rookie deal, and how NIL is impacting draft decisions. 🔥 Giannis heads to Miami, Jalen Brown trade rumors continue, and the business side of NBA superstars. ⚽ The World Cup is drawing massive audiences in the United States. Is soccer finally breaking through with American sports fans? ⚾ MLB labor negotiations, potential draft changes, and what could be looming ahead of the next CBA. 🏟️ Georgia Tech's stadium renovation plans, NFL grass field debates, and the rising cost of fan experiences. 🌮 Plus, Taco Bell's new "Emotional Support Taco" campaign might be the greatest marketing idea of the year. Subscribe for new episodes of Deals & Deadlines every week on 680 The Fan. #AtlantaFalcons #KylePitts #NFL #NBADraft #Giannis #WorldCup #CollegeFootball #NIL #MLB #Braves #GeorgiaTech #SportsBusiness #DealsAndDeadlines #680TheFan

Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhardt break down the biggest sports business stories of the week on Deals & Deadlines. From booming World Cup ratings and the economic impact on host cities to Brendan Sorsby's surprising decision to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft, there's no shortage of headlines. Plus: Why World Cup viewership is skyrocketing in the United States Brendan Sorsby's NFL Draft outlook after leaving Texas Tech The business impact of the Knicks winning the NBA Championship UFC's massive White House event and Dana White's $60 million gamble James Pearce Jr.'s uncertain future with the Falcons LeBron James' contract negotiations with the Lakers Why the NHL just posted its most-watched postseason ever Subscribe for weekly conversations on the business behind the biggest stories in sports.

The sports business world never slows down. This week on Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard break down Drake London's massive contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons, why the NFL calendar continues to dominate college football, and whether NIL spending is creating an unsustainable future for college athletics. Falcons lock up Drake London What's next for Bijan Robinson? Myles Garrett traded to the Rams AJ Brown lands in New England Odell Beckham Jr. and JuJu Smith-Schuster sign with the Giants College Football Playoff vs. NFL scheduling battle Kurt Cignetti's warning about the future of college football MLB salary cap debate heats up NBA Finals economic impact Steph Curry's massive new endorsement deal Former MLB player Jordan Adams returns to football at SMU 📺 Subscribe for more sports business news, contract analysis, media rights discussions, NIL updates, and behind-the-scenes insight from the business side of sports. #NFL #Falcons #DrakeLondon #CollegeFootball #NIL #MLB #NBAFinals #SportsBusiness #DealsAndDeadlines Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:05 Drake London's $141M Extension 6:20 Falcons Future & Bijan Robinson 8:40 Myles Garrett Traded to Rams 12:30 AJ Brown to Patriots 15:15 OBJ & JuJu Join Giants 17:25 Highest-Paid NFL Endorsement Stars 20:05 CFP vs NFL Scheduling Battle 27:30 Kurt Cignetti's NIL Warning 32:20 MLB Salary Cap Debate 39:40 NBA Finals Economic Boom 44:15 Russell Wilson Joins CBS 47:20 Steph Curry's $400M Shoe Deal 50:40 Former MLB Player Returns to College Football 53:30 Final Thoughts

On this week’s episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and sports business insider Hadley Engelhard break down the biggest stories shaping the business of sports. 🏈 The NFL officially awards Super Bowl LXIV to Nashville 🌍 International NFL games expanding from 8 to 10 per season 📺 Is the NFL about to reset the TV rights market AGAIN? ⚖️ Urban Meyer loses his Jaguars contract dispute 🎰 Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA gambling lawsuit 🏙️ Atlanta named the No. 1 sports business city in America 🏀 Knicks playoff ticket prices reach Super Bowl levels 🎤 FIFA adding a Super Bowl-style halftime show 💰 Stan Kroenke’s unbelievable championship run Subscribe for new episodes every week on the business side of sports.

From the NFL schedule release to Netflix’s football takeover, Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhardt break down the biggest business stories in sports. 🔥 This episode includes: NFL schedule release leaks & standalone games Netflix vs ESPN in the football streaming wars World Cup ticket controversy MLB salary cap talk heating up SEC vs Friday night football The WNBA’s shocking $3B media deal Subscribe to Deals & Deadlines for weekly sports business coverage from 680 The Fan. ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:42 NFL Schedule Release Becomes a Massive Event 4:20 International NFL Games & Global Expansion 8:02 Netflix Expanding Into NFL Content 12:18 ESPN’s First Super Bowl Plans 16:05 NFLPA vs Turf Fields Debate 20:48 MLB Labor Talks & Salary Cap Discussion 26:12 NIL Pay-For-Play Controversy 31:10 FIFA World Cup Ticket Prices 35:02 SEC Refuses Friday Night Games 39:15 WNBA’s $3 Billion Media Deal 42:40 “Nothing Night” in Minor League Baseball 45:05 Final Thoughts 📺 Subscribe for new episodes of Deals & Deadlines every week on the 680 The Fan YouTube Channel. #NFL #SportsBusiness #NFLScheduleRelease #WNBA #MLB #CollegeFootball #NIL #WorldCup #Netflix #ESPN #DealsAndDeadlines #680TheFan

On this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and super agent Hadley Engelhardt break down everything happening behind the scenes of the NFL Draft — from agent strategy to war room decisions and last-minute chaos. Former NFL executive Jim Monos joins the show to reveal what really happens inside team draft rooms, how trades come together, and why mock drafts don’t tell the full story. Plus: The emotional rollercoaster for players leading up to draft night How teams evaluate talent vs. need Undrafted free agent strategy NIL chaos and the future of college athletics NFL media moves and league expansion If you love the NFL Draft, this is the insider perspective you won’t hear anywhere else. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro & Welcome to Deals & Deadlines 01:00 Final 48 Hours Before the NFL Draft 04:30 Managing Player Expectations & Draft Anxiety 08:00 NFL Draft Clock Change (10 → 8 Minutes) 10:30 Rookie Contracts & Salary Scale Explained 14:30 Undrafted Free Agent Strategy 18:00 Zachariah Branch Situation & Draft Impact 21:30 Jim Monos Joins – Inside NFL War Rooms 24:00 Do Teams Actually Use Mock Drafts? 27:30 Draft Day Trades & Smokescreens 31:00 Best Player vs Team Need Debate 35:30 Day 3 Picks & Scouting Importance 40:00 Undrafted Gems & Player Development 44:00 Patrick Mahomes Draft Story (Behind the Scenes) 50:00 NIL, NCAA Lawsuits & College Football Chaos 58:00 Mike Vrabel Situation & NFL PR Strategy 1:03:00 Mike Tomlin Lands NBC Role 1:07:00 Vegas Expansion & Sports Growth 1:11:00 NWSL Expansion & ROI Debate 1:15:00 Outro 🔖 Hashtags #NFLDraft #NFL #Football #NFLNews #DraftDay #SportsBusiness #CollegeFootball #NIL #NFLScouting #FootballTalk

Welcome to Deals & Deadlines with Hadley Engelhardt and Matt Chernoff—your go-to podcast for the business side of sports. This week, we break down everything from NFL owners meetings and the push for an 18-game schedule, to media rights battles, NIL impact on March Madness, and the latest on Kirk Cousins finding a new home. Plus, what’s really driving decisions in pro sports—money, player safety, or both? We also dive into the future of Super Bowl host cities, the rise of streaming platforms like Netflix in live sports, and why college basketball is THRIVING in the NIL era. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 – Intro to Deals & Deadlines 0:35 – NFL Owners Meetings: What Really Happens Behind Closed Doors 1:12 – 18-Game Season & International Expansion Talks 1:36 – Short Weeks vs Player Safety Debate 3:43 – Potential Referee Lockout & Replacement Officials 5:29 – NFL Expands Mental Health Services: Genuine or PR? 7:49 – Netflix “Make Goods” After NFL Christmas Ratings Miss 9:09 – Future Super Bowl Cities & Nashville Buzz 11:12 – Kirk Cousins Lands with the Raiders: Smart Move or Done Deal? 15:36 – March Madness Ratings BOOM & NIL Impact 19:15 – Georgia Basketball NIL Concerns 22:00 – MLB Opening Week & Streaming Success 25:02 – Michael Jordan’s $4.5 BILLION Empire & NASCAR Success 26:50 – Puka Nacua, Rehab, and Off-Field Responsibility 28:46 – Tiger Woods, Legacy, and Tough Conversations 💰 From billion-dollar TV deals to player contracts and league decisions—this is the business of sports explained. 📺 Watch on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel 🎧 Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for weekly episodes

March Madness is breaking records, the NFL Draft is getting a major TV-friendly tweak, and Major League Baseball is heading to Netflix 👀 — this week’s Deals & Deadlines is LOADED with sports business storylines. Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhardt break down why the NCAA Tournament is seeing record-setting viewership, how NIL and the transfer portal are actually HELPING the product, and what it all means for the future of college sports. Plus, the NFL is speeding up the Draft — and it’s all about maximizing TV and ad revenue. What does that mean for teams, trades, and fans? We also dive into MLB’s streaming push with Netflix, the chaos around local TV deals (including the Braves), new tech like the ABS challenge system, and how teams are finding new ways to make money — even selling game-used bases. And that’s just the start… 🔥 Other topics include: Bijan Robinson extension buzz and RB market strategy NBA salary cap changes tied to local TV struggles Mike Tomlin heading to TV and what that means for networks Frank Thomas lawsuit over jersey sales Masters + Thomas Rhett marketing play 📺 Watch on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel 🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday 📻 Listen to Matt Chernoff on Chuck & Chernoff weekdays 2–6pm ET

NFL Free Agency is officially underway, and the business side of the league is moving fast. On this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and sports agent Hadley Engelhardt break down the biggest sports business stories of the week — from major NFL deals to the future of sports media and ticketing. Topics in this episode include: • The Maxx Crosby trade drama between the Raiders and Ravens • Why Tua Tagovailoa signing with the Falcons for $1.3M actually makes sense • The biggest winners and losers of NFL free agency deals • The Braves launching Braves.TV and BravesVision — what it costs fans • The business impact if Team USA is eliminated from the World Baseball Classic • Why the Hawks canceled Magic City Night after announcing it weeks earlier • How the Ticketmaster monopoly case could change ticket prices • The WNBA labor negotiations and what’s at stake for the league Plus, insight into how agents and teams negotiate during the NFL’s legal tampering period and why free agency is considered the “Super Bowl” for agents. Watch new episodes of Deals & Deadlines every Wednesday. Subscribe for more sports business insight from the 680 The Fan team. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Deals & Deadlines 00:32 NFL Free Agency Begins & Legal Tampering Explained 01:39 Maxx Crosby Trade Drama with the Ravens 03:36 Who Really Won the Crosby Situation? 04:23 Falcons Signing Tua Tagovailoa for $1.3M 06:08 The Dolphins’ $99M Dead Cap Decision 07:56 What This Means for Michael Penix Jr. 09:08 Jordan Davis’ $78M Extension & DT Market Reset 10:30 Browns Continue Dealing with the Deshaun Watson Contract 12:02 Why Certain NFL Teams Drive Up Free Agent Prices 13:39 BravesVision & Braves.TV Streaming Explained 15:03 Will Fans Actually Pay for Braves.TV? 18:25 World Baseball Classic & Team USA Controversy 20:38 Why the Hawks Canceled Magic City Night 24:00 Ticketmaster Antitrust Case & Ticket Price Changes 27:02 WNBA Labor Negotiations Explained 29:46 Olympics Softball Games Moving to Oklahoma City

The sports business world is buzzing this week. On this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and super agent Hadley Engelhardt break down: 🏈 What REALLY matters at the NFL Combine (it’s not the 40 time) 💰 The new salary cap numbers and teams that MUST spend big ✂️ Kirk Cousins’ release — what it means financially for the Falcons 📺 The Braves’ new “Braves Vision” TV model and how it could reshape MLB economics 👑 LeBron James ownership rumors in Las Vegas 👔 Should NBA coaches bring back suits? 🍌 Why the Savannah Bananas might be the smartest business in sports From cap mechanics to TV contracts to expansion ownership, this episode dives deep into the money side of sports. Subscribe for new episodes every Wednesday.

Super Bowl week might be over, but the business storylines are just getting started. Matthew is joined by sports business insider and super agent Hadley Engelhardt to break down the biggest numbers and decisions coming out of Super Bowl 60 — from TV ratings and ad revenue to incentive bonuses that can reshape a quarterback’s entire market. 📌 On this episode, we cover: • Super Bowl ratings: 125M viewers and why the NFL stays “bulletproof” • Sam Darnold’s $4M in incentives — and how winning changes leverage (and the next contract) • NBC’s Super Bowl ad haul: $8M average spots, some hitting $10M, and the $800M revenue estimate • Halftime show viewership spikes and why it still drives the conversation every year • Rumors the Seahawks could be up for sale — and what a record $7–8B price tag could look like • A look ahead at the NFL calendar: franchise tag window, Combine, legal tampering, new league year, and Draft dates • Crisis management from the agent side: navigating the James Pearce Jr. situation and the contract implications • College football money & leverage: Gunnar Stockton’s Georgia deal and the portal PR game • Eligibility fights in the NCAA and scheduling trends that could kill big non-conference matchups • NBA load management vs. tanking — and what the league can (and can’t) do • WNBA CBA negotiations and where the leverage really is • Plus: a CEO “said the quiet part out loud” moment about pricing power 🎧 New episodes of Deals & Deadlines drop every Wednesday — subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and watch the full show on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel. 00:00 Welcome to Deals & Deadlines (Super Bowl business edition) 00:44 Super Bowl 60 ratings: 125M viewers (still bulletproof) 01:56 Sam Darnold’s incentive bonuses: $4M breakdown + leverage 03:46 Why winning QBs become “forever” marketable in a city 04:58 NBC ad revenue: $8M average, $10M top end, $800M total 06:06 Halftime show numbers + in-stadium vs TV experience 07:40 Seahawks sale rumors: potential $7–8B valuation 09:00 Next Super Bowl is on Valentine’s Day + future host cities 09:22 Super Bowl host city economic impact (LA/Atlanta ahead) 10:09 NFL offseason calendar: tags, Combine, legal tampering, draft 10:46 Inside an agent’s busiest stretch (FA + draft prep) 11:48 NBC’s 16-day gauntlet: Super Bowl → Olympics → All-Star 13:20 Agent crisis management: James Pearce Jr. situation 18:06 Gunnar Stockton/UGA deal: portal leverage vs “loyalty” talk 20:41 Ole Miss eligibility fight: Trinidad Chambliss waiver push 21:52 SEC nine-game schedules + Alabama/Ohio State uncertainty 23:35 Load management vs tanking: NBA’s OKC investigation 27:24 WNBA CBA counteroffer: salary cap talks and leverage 28:49 Chipotle CEO “because we can” pricing lesson #NFL #SuperBowl #SportsBusiness #NBA #WNBA #CollegeFootball #NIL #FreeAgency #NFLDraft #DealsAndDeadlines #680TheFan

Welcome to a new episode of Deals & Deadlines — where we break down the biggest stories in the sports business world. 🎙️ Matt Chernoff is joined by sports business insider / super agent Hadley Engelhardt to discuss: ✅ The business machine behind Super Bowl week ✅ The NFL’s projected 2026 salary cap jump (and what media revenue means for players + owners) ✅ ESPN’s major deal to acquire NFL Network and digital assets ✅ The league’s continued push into international markets ✅ College Football Playoff schedule changes for 2026–2027 (and why the calendar keeps growing) ✅ Is the Pro Bowl slowly disappearing? What replaces it in contracts? ✅ The business ripple effects of a potential LeBron James move ✅ Disney’s latest earnings — and where their real profits still come from ✅ Plus: what the Braves could do next as regional sports network uncertainty continues across MLB 📅 New episodes every Wednesday 🎧 Listen anywhere you get your podcasts 📺 Watch on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel — and don’t forget to subscribe! Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Deals & Deadlines 04:46 The business of Super Bowl week 07:47 NFL salary cap projection for 2026 10:32 International expansion + new markets 12:24 CFP schedule changes (2026–2027) 16:51 Is the Pro Bowl going away? 19:39 LeBron’s future and economic impact 24:54 ESPN buys NFL Network + NFL equity stake 26:38 Disney earnings: parks vs. media margins 29:39 Chief Kindness Officer + what’s next… #DealsAndDeadlines#SportsBusiness#NFL#SuperBowl#NFLSalaryCap#ESPN#NFLNetwork#SportsMedia#MediaRights#StreamingSports#Braves#MLB#RegionalSportsNetworks#CFP#CollegeFootballPlayoff#NBA#LeBronJames#Disney#SportsMarketing#SportsEconomy#AgentLife#BusinessOfSports#Podcast#AtlantaSports#680TheFan

The college football season may be over, but the business of the sport is booming. Super agent Hadley Engelhardt and Matt Chernoff break down how Curt Cignetti took Indiana from the bottom of college football to a national championship — and a nearly $15 million payday. What does that kind of financial leap mean in the NIL and transfer portal era, and is Indiana’s run a blueprint or a perfect storm? The guys also dive into the College Football Playoff money machine, including sky-high ticket prices, nearly $250 million in postseason ad revenue, and what expansion to 16 teams could mean for TV networks, conferences, and fans. Plus, how academics and the transfer portal calendar may finally force real change. From there, it’s the NFL coaching carousel, where leverage, timing, and agents shape decisions — including why Atlanta moved fast to hire Kevin Stefanski. Finally, the business of baseball takes center stage with the Dodgers’ latest blockbuster: Kyle Tucker’s $240 million deal, complete with deferrals, opt-outs, and big implications for parity and the next MLB CBA. 🎧 New episodes of Deals and Deadlines drop every Wednesday on all podcast platforms 📺 Watch every episode on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel Chapters 00:00 – Intro 00:40 – Indiana title run & Curt Cignetti’s payday 02:10 – Ticket prices, demand & postseason ad revenue 06:05 – CFP expansion: 12 vs 16 vs 24 teams 08:45 – NIL, transfer portal timing & academics 15:10 – NFL coaching carousel & Kevin Stefanski hire 24:40 – Dodgers, Kyle Tucker & MLB financial imbalance #DealsAndDeadlines#SportsBusiness#CollegeFootball#NIL#TransferPortal#CFP#CollegeFootballPlayoff#NFL#CoachingCarousel#MLB#Dodgers#KyleTucker#680TheFan

The NFL coaching carousel is officially underway — and Deals & Deadlines is breaking down the sports business, coaching interviews, front office hiring, and NIL money driving the biggest decisions in football right now. Matt Chernoff and sports agent Hadley Engelhardt cover the latest on NFL head coach openings, GM job searches, the real behind-the-scenes interview process, the Rooney Rule, and why John Harbaugh unexpectedly hitting the market changes everything. Plus: the Falcons’ use of consultants, the buzz around Matt Ryan as President of Football Operations, the wild west of NIL and the transfer portal, and major uncertainty in sports TV rights that could impact teams like the Atlanta Braves. If you follow the Atlanta Falcons coaching search, the NFL head coach hiring cycle, college football NIL, or the future of regional sports networks (RSNs) — this episode is for you. ✅ Topics in this episode include: NFL coaching carousel 2026: Falcons, Giants, Titans, Browns, Raiders, Cardinals openings John Harbaugh firing fallout and why teams pivot their shortlists How agents schedule interviews, manage optics, and prep candidates (Zoom vs in-person) Rooney Rule explained + what “real” interviews look like Falcons hiring consultants: how search firms vet candidates + potential conflicts Matt Ryan Falcons front office role: why trust + branding matter in ownership decisions NIL valuations: QB $3.5M high-end, WR $1M–$2M, edge rushers $1M+ and more Transfer portal chaos: leverage, re-entering portal, “pay-for-play” reality Braves TV rights risk: FanDuel/Main Street Sports issues & what it means for payroll ESPN/Disney lawsuit & carriage disputes (Dish vs Disney) Ratings: CFP numbers, brand power, and why the NFL keeps setting records ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Deals & Deadlines (2026 kickoff) 00:43 – NFL coaching carousel: job openings + surprise Ravens move 01:03 – Agent perspective: HC vs GM interviews & preparation 01:32 – Rooney Rule explained + what “real” interviews look like 02:50 – Who calls who? How interview requests actually happen 03:28 – Choosing the right job: fit, roster, ownership, resources 04:33 – Zoom interviews vs in-person finals: what teams evaluate 05:48 – Why teams hire consultants for GM/HC searches (how it works) 06:14 – Consulting fees + “CYA” factor + hidden agenda risk 07:36 – Falcons front office: Matt Ryan as President of Football Ops? 08:22 – Trust vs experience + branding/optics for ownership 09:30 – Can a former player lead football ops? Learning on the job 11:19 – College football business: transfer portal & NIL market explodes 12:05 – NIL pricing tiers: QB market, WR market, OL/DL, defensive positions 13:40 – “Pay for play” reality + why there’s no loyalty in the portal 15:52 – Braves TV rights uncertainty: FanDuel/Main Street Sports payment issues 18:14 – RSNs, payroll pressure, free agency, and work stoppage worries 19:32 – Dish vs Disney: ESPN leverage, carriage disputes, market power 22:05 – CFP ratings: brand power vs storylines (will numbers drop?) 25:12 – NFL ratings: CBS best season ever + playoff viewership outlook 26:22 – Subscribe + where to watch/listen (new episodes every Friday)

On this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and sports business insider Hadley Engelhardt break down the biggest money, media, and power stories shaping sports today — from college football to the NFL and beyond. Topics include: Why College Football Playoff ticket prices vary so dramatically The reality behind NIL money, quarterback leverage, and Arch Manning’s earning power How fans decide which CFP games are worth the cost Joe Burrow’s emotional comments and why they spark Andrew Luck comparisons Patrick Mahomes’ injury fallout and why star power matters to Amazon, Netflix, and the NFL Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua on Netflix — and why it’s an entertainment business play The Dodgers owing over $1 billion in deferred contracts and why they’re comfortable with it Nick Saban’s next chapter as a sports owner Taylor Swift’s $2 billion tour and why rewarding staff is smart business Shaquille O’Neal’s philanthropy and how legacy matters off the field This is the business side of sports — explained through money, leverage, media rights, and decision-making at the highest level. 🎧 New episodes of Deals & Deadlines drop every Friday 📺 Watch on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel 🎙️ Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts #SportsBusiness #CollegeFootball #CFP #NIL #NFL #JoeBurrow #PatrickMahomes #JakePaul #NetflixSports #Dodgers #NickSaban #TaylorSwift #Shaq #SportsMedia #DealsAndDeadlines

On this extended edition of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and sports agent/lawyer Hadley Engelhardt connect the biggest sports business stories across college football, baseball, and the NFL — all through the lens of money, leverage, media rights, and power. The show opens with a deep dive into the College Football Playoff business model, including the $4 million payout per team and how conferences like the SEC and Big Ten are stacking massive revenue advantages. The conversation expands into playoff expansion, Notre Dame’s exclusion, Group of Five access, TV windows competing with the NFL, and whether the current system actually delivers the best teams — or just the most profitable ones. From there, Matt and Hadley examine the future of bowl games, opt-outs, ESPN’s potential revenue losses, legal exposure, and why the postseason exhibition model may be nearing its breaking point. The discussion then turns to a landmark moment in college athletics: private equity officially entering the space, highlighted by Utah’s reported equity partnership that could reach $500 million. What does shared ownership mean for control, branding, NIL, Olympic sports, and the long-term soul of college athletics? On the baseball side, the show covers MLB Winter Meetings, where Scott Boras has become a full-scale celebrity power broker, securing over $1.2 billion in contracts while reshaping how agents create leverage. The episode also explores how a looming MLB CBA expiration is shortening contracts and pushing teams toward less risk, plus ESPN’s shift away from Sunday Night Baseball toward a fractured, streaming-first model. Finally, the show wraps with the NFL and global sports media: – Philip Rivers potentially returning at age 44 and what that conversation looks like from an agent’s perspective – The sudden drop in Taylor Swift’s NFL TV exposure and whether it’s a branding reset – And World Cup format changes, hydration breaks, and why “player safety” may really mean more ad inventory Smart, candid, and brutally honest — this is Deals & Deadlines at its most comprehensive. #DealsAndDeadlines#SportsBusiness#CollegeFootballPlayoff#CFPExpansion#MediaRights#BusinessOfSports#PrivateEquity#NIL#CollegeAthletics#MLBWinterMeetings#ScottBoras#MLBContracts#NFLBusiness#PhilipRivers#TaylorSwift#SportsMedia#StreamingSports#WorldCup2026#FIFA#SportsLaw#ESPN#TVRatings#FootballBusiness#BaseballBusiness#sportseconomics

Lane Kiffin is off to LSU on a $91 million guaranteed deal — and the business side is absolutely wild. On this episode of Deals and Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and super agent Hadley Engelhardt break down how Jimmy Sexton pulled it off, what LSU actually bought, and why this contract is unlike almost anything we’ve seen in college football. We also dive into: Why Lane’s buyout tops Brian Kelly’s and what it says about LSU’s strategy How the state of Louisiana structures coaching contracts at public universities Why LSU is paying Lane Kiffin bonuses based on Ole Miss’ playoff run The $140M wave of SEC buyouts and the “Kirby Smart effect” on the coaching carousel Penn State’s messy search: agents, leverage, and how they ended up behind everyone The monster NIL/QB flip: Jared Curtis from Georgia to Vanderbilt Whether TV networks and media partners are “corrupt” or just doing smart business Why ESPN is at Georgia–Alabama instead of Big Ten title sites — and why that’s just reality NBC “leasing” the Big Ten title game & what a $70M rights fee really buys you Michael Jordan’s legendary “Love of the Game” clause and why no one will ever get it again Christian Ponder’s new mission to help athletes transition after their playing days Tiger Woods’ push to shorten and reshape the PGA Tour schedule post–Super Bowl 🔔 New sports business episodes drop every Friday on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel and wherever you get your podcasts. 👤 Hosts: Matt Chernoff & Hadley Engelhardt 🎧 Show: Deals and Deadlines – your weekly look at contracts, buyouts, NIL, media rights, and the money behind the games. ⏱ Chapters: 0:00 Intro – What is Deals and Deadlines? 0:36 Lane Kiffin to LSU: The chase, the ego, the fit 3:12 Inside the $91M contract & buyout structure 7:01 Lane’s Ole Miss playoff bonuses… paid by LSU 10:19 SEC coaching firings & $140M in buyouts 12:51 Penn State’s coaching search mess 15:25 Jared Curtis flips from Georgia to Vanderbilt 17:07 Are TV networks “corrupt” or just doing business? 21:13 NBC leasing the Big Ten title game 22:52 Michael Jordan’s “Love of the Game” clause 24:30 Christian Ponder & life after sports 29:05 Tiger Woods, PGA schedule changes & golf’s TV problem 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe if you want more deep dives on the business of sports — from college football contracts and NIL to media rights, endorsements, and beyond.

In this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Hadley Engelhardt and Matt Chernoff break down the biggest sports-business stories of the week — from MLB Winter Meetings fallout and the Braves cashing in on Drake Baldwin’s Rookie of the Year win to looming CBA concerns, betting scandals, and massive college football coaching drama. They also dive into NFL broadcast wars, Arthur Blank’s $350M investment in women’s soccer, the Stephen A./Mina Kimes endorsement mess, and why the WNBA All-Star Game is struggling to find a host. New episodes drop every Friday — subscribe for all things sports business, contracts, agents, media, and money. #DealsAndDeadlines #SportsBusiness #MLB #WinterMeetings #Braves #DrakeBaldwin #RookieOfTheYear #MLBCBA #SportsBetting #PropBets #AJBrown #NFL #CollegeFootball #BrianKelly #Buyouts #NIL #TransferPortal #ArthurBlank #WNBA #WNBANews #StephenASmith #MinaKimes #GoldmanSachs #CaitlinClark #SportsMedia

Welcome back to Deals & Deadlines — your weekly look at the BUSINESS behind sports with super-agent Hadley Engelhard and host Matt Chernoff. This week we break down a wild NFL trade deadline (Jets stockpile picks, star movement, and the Breece Hall offer that almost was), baseball’s monster World Series numbers, the SEC coaching carousel (and a spicy Lane Kiffin → Dolphins conversation), plus NBA ownership/legal drama and pickleball’s money surge. 👀 In this episode: Jets’ deadline strategy: moving elite talent for draft capital — smart reset or long winter for fans? The trade that didn’t happen: Chiefs’ offer for Breece Hall and why a round matters. Inside the player experience: how agents manage mid-season trades, travel, housing, and passports on the fly. World Series win for MLB TV ratings: what the spike means vs. the NFL’s weekly dominance. Dodgers back-to-back: payroll vs. player development — what really separates them. SEC coaching chaos: Auburn, LSU, Florida, Arkansas openings — and why Lane might not leave Ole Miss…unless the NFL calls. Lane Kiffin to Miami? Hadley explains the path. Steve Ballmer lawsuit & league optics: why you probably won’t see a paper trail. Michael Jordan + NBC: how to package “fresh” content the smart way. Hawks exec fraud case: what every team’s accounting department is doing today. Pro pickleball’s revenue boom: sponsors, tickets, player comp — fad or media asset? ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro & why Fridays are for Deals & Deadlines 00:34 NFL Trade Deadline recap (Jets go all-in on picks) 04:52 The Breece Hall offer that almost happened 07:05 Player logistics: passports, housing, moves 10:20 World Series ratings surge & what it means 13:05 Ticket prices, Toronto frenzy, Dodgers repeat 16:10 NFL vs. MLB audience reality check 18:15 Labor clouds ahead for MLB — can they keep momentum? 20:16 SEC carousel & Lane Kiffin’s options 22:10 The Lane-to-Dolphins scenario (and fallout) 23:25 Ballmer/Kawhi lawsuit — what likely happens next 25:35 Michael Jordan + NBC’s packaging problem 27:30 Hawks exec fraud case & league reactions 29:40 Pickleball’s business boom 31:30 Final thoughts & what we’re watching next 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes EVERY FRIDAY and watch the full show here on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel. 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app: search Deals & Deadlines. 💬 Drop your questions for Hadley & Matt in the comments! #DealsAndDeadlines #SportsBusiness #NFLTradeDeadline #NewYorkJets #SauceGardner #QuinnenWilliams #KansasCityChiefs #BreeceHall #MLB #WorldSeries #Dodgers #BlueJays #SEC #Auburn #LaneKiffin #MiamiDolphins #NBA #SteveBallmer #KawhiLeonard #MichaelJordan #NBCSports #AtlantaHawks #Pickleball #Sponsorships #680TheFan

Matt Chernoff and sports-agent Hadley Engelhard break down a wild week in sports business: 🏈 Brian Kelly fired at LSU — why the Tigers owe $53 million and how AD Scott Woodward keeps writing record checks. 🔥 Lane Kiffin’s next move — is he flirting with LSU or Florida for leverage? 💼 Steve Sarkisian NFL rumors — the truth behind the agent-media leaks. 🏈 Kirk Cousins market — does the Falcons QB have any trade value? 🚨 NBA Gambling Scandals — Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups, and Jontay Porter under FBI scrutiny. 💵 Adam Silver’s integrity test — why the league can’t afford another betting crisis. 📺 SEC TV ratings — ABC’s triple-header dominance & CBS’s massive SEC mistake. ⚾ World Series global viewership — the Shohei Ohtani and Canada effect. 🎢 Travis Kelce’s Six Flags investment — smart move or nostalgia buy? 🎙️ Deals & Deadlines drops new episodes every Friday on the 680 The Fan YouTube channel. Subscribe & join the conversation in the comments! Chapters 0:00 Intro – Welcome to Deals & Deadlines 0:36 Brian Kelly Buyout Breakdown 2:30 Scott Woodward’s Costly Track Record 4:35 Coach Carousel Openings 5:48 Lane Kiffin Leverage Game 7:35 Marcus Freeman and Extension Talks 9:02 Agent Leaks & Media Spin 10:00 Kirk Cousins Future Debate 12:04 NBA Betting Scandals Explained 15:40 Adam Silver’s Next Move 18:50 Jontay Porter Gambling Pressure 20:38 College Betting Rules Debate 22:10 SEC TV Ratings & CBS Miss 24:45 World Series Global Impact 27:28 Travis Kelce’s Six Flags Investment Featuring 🎙️ Matt Chernoff (@MattChernoff) 💼 Hadley Engelhard – Sports Agent & Insider #Hashtags (copy-ready) #DealsAndDeadlines #SportsBusiness #BrianKelly #LSU #LaneKiffin #CollegeFootball #NBABetting #SportsGambling #TerryRozier #ChaunceyBillups #JontayPorter #AdamSilver #SEC #CBSSports #WorldSeries #ShoheiOhtani #TravisKelce #SixFlags #KirkCousins #Falcons #SportsPodcast #NIL #CoachingCarousel #SportsNews #680TheFan

Deals & Deadlines, hosted by Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard, covered a busy week across the sports business landscape. The hosts discussed the MLB World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays, along with the growing league-wide controversy over a proposed MLB salary cap and the strong pushback from players. They also examined the financial ripple effects of Florida’s decision to fire head coach Billy Napier, including the impact of his contract buyout and the program’s potential next steps. With the NBA season tipping off, Chernoff and Engelhard broke down the league’s latest mega-deals, new TV contracts, and their implications for player earnings and team valuations. The show also featured updates on LeBron James being sued by a fan and Vince McMahon winning his reckless driving case, rounding out a comprehensive look at the intersection of sports, money, and legal headlines.

College football just detonated a money bomb. 💥 Matt Chernoff and super-agent Hadley Engelhardt break down James Franklin’s $50M buyout, how offset language really works, and why this firing could reshape salaries across the country. Then we zoom out: Adidas vs. Nike at Penn State, the coaching carousel (who leverages, who jumps, who stays), an early NFL firing and its $23K/day golden parachute, plus the NBA’s new TV maze and why CFB ratings are surging. What’s inside (quick hits): Why Franklin’s guaranteed money + offsets matter (and how schools still foot the bill) Penn State’s Nike ➜ Adidas switch, trustee backlash, and the AD perk chatter The leverage wave: Brent Key, Lane Kiffin, and the “stay-and-get-paid” playbook NFL side: Titans move on from Brian Callahan; how HC guarantees become generational wealth Streaming wars: Peacock, NBC, ESPN, Prime, ABC—can fans even find NBA games now? Netflix + NFL on Christmas and why more rights are inevitable CFB’s TV boom: 10M+ viewer games piling up—and why Saturdays keep winning Hosts: Matt Chernoff & Hadley Engelhardt Show: Deals & Deadlines — your weekly sports business breakdown. New episodes every Friday. Subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast app for more smart money talk in sports. #DealsAndDeadlines #SportsBusiness #JamesFranklin #Buyout #OffsetLanguage #PennState #Adidas #Nike #PatrickKraft #CoachingCarousel #BrentKey #LaneKiffin #UrbanMeyer #JohnGruden #BillBelichick #BrianCallahan #Titans #CamWard #CollegeFootball #CFB #NFL #NBA #MediaRights #StreamingWars #SportsEconomics

From Taylor Swift passing on the Super Bowl halftime show to Amazon turning Black Friday into a wall-to-wall sports infomercial, this week’s Deals & Deadlines breaks down the money, marketing, and messy optics driving the sports business machine. Hosted by Matt Chernoff & Hadley Engelhard (30:56) 🔹 What’s inside: Taylor Swift says “no” to halftime — romance excuse, production limits, or leverage play? LeBron’s “Decision 2.0” teaser that became a Hennessy ad — masterstroke or brand ding? Jason Tatum named Duke’s Chief Basketball Officer — title, duties, and what it actually means LeBron & Overtime Elite — mentorship vs. monetizing influence (and NBA conflict questions) Amazon’s Black Friday sports takeover — 15+ hours of live events & the shopping flywheel Jonathan Gannon’s $100K fine — why “optics” still rule sideline blowups Georgia Tech x Under Armour — record deal, NIL slots, and the new apparel playbook Congress eyes limits on private equity in college sports — it’s about control, not cash 49 straight days of sports + the gambling engine behind nonstop viewership

On this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard dive into the biggest stories in the world of sports business and entertainment: NFL + Bad Bunny: Why the league partnered with the global superstar instead of Taylor Swift, and what it means for the future of halftime shows and brand tie-ins. Dana White & Boxing: Can the UFC boss actually save a sport that’s been losing ground for decades? MLB on Netflix: Baseball’s future in streaming — could live games on Netflix reshape the way fans watch America’s pastime? Stay ahead of the curve with insider analysis on sports, media, money, and culture.

This week on Deals and Deadlines, we dive into a jam-packed lineup of sports and media headlines: Could Jon Gruden really be the next head coach of the Florida Gators? The NFL’s first-ever game on YouTube—what it means for the league’s future. Breaking down the Jalen Carter spitgate fiasco from an agent’s perspective. The latest on Trae Young and his future with the Atlanta Hawks. PTI to continue on ESPN through their 25th anniversary. Howard Stern re-ups with SiriusXM. And the viral story of “Philly Karen.” From the college sidelines to the big business of sports media, we’ve got you covered. Don’t miss this week’s breakdown—like, comment, and subscribe for more sports + media talk every week. #DealsAndDeadlines #JonGruden #FloridaGators #NFL #NFLYouTube #JalenCarter #TraeYoung #AtlantaHawks #PTI #HowardStern #SiriusXM #ESPN #SportsMedia #PhillyKaren #Braves #Falcons #AtlantaSports #CollegeFootball #NBANews #SportsBusiness

On this week’s Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard break down the biggest money stories in sports: Former Alabama QB AJ McCarron says Bama needs more NIL 💸 Why the backup QB market in college is bigger than you think Dan Lanning vs Mike Gundy: trash talk over NIL spending 🔥 Should Steve Ballmer lose the Clippers for circumventing the NBA cap? Buyout clauses keeping struggling coaches (like Billy Napier at UF) in place Why replacing legends like Nick Saban rarely ends well The hidden money behind NFL players changing jersey numbers MLB gambling fallout: Emmanuel Clase investigation & Luis Ortiz on leave Why MLS still can’t compete with Europe’s biggest leagues 📺 Don’t miss the insider perspective on the business of sports — from NIL battles to pro contracts and scandals. 👉 Subscribe to 680 The Fan for more shows, interviews, and sports business breakdowns:

Football is back and so is Deals & Deadlines! Hosts Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard break down a packed week across the NFL, college football, WNBA, and more. 🏈 NFL Contracts Settled – Trey Hendrickson and Terry McLaurin finally secure new deals just in time for kickoff. 📺 Fox & YouTubeTV Agreement – Fans breathe a sigh of relief with college football about to begin. 💰 Football & Gambling – Why Georgia continues to miss out on free money. 🏀 WNBA Spotlight – Numbers are growing, but why Caitlin Clark remains the key to future success. 🎙️ Special Guest – Former Jets GM John Idzik joins us to break down NFL roster cuts, plus Hadley explains how practice squad signings really work. 🔥 Bonus Topic – Tom Brady is allowed back in production meetings, and why that’s a win for FOX. Don’t miss this week’s insight, news, and behind-the-scenes stories as football season ramps up! 👉 Subscribe for more Deals & Deadlines every week!

On this week’s episode of Deals and Deadlines, hosts Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard tackle a packed slate of hot topics across the sports world: The NFL’s next big move — could we see an international Super Bowl in the near future? Micah Parsons vs. Jerry Jones — how stalled negotiations are getting awkward in Dallas and whether it could derail the Cowboys’ season. MLB realignment — will fans actually embrace the changes to the game’s structure? And the buzz around Taylor Swift potentially headlining the Super Bowl halftime show. Tune in for smart analysis and insider perspective on the business of sports, the deals shaping leagues, and the deadlines that make the headlines.

On this episode of Deals & Deadlines, Matt Chernoff and Hadley Engelhard tackle the biggest moves in sports and business: 🎤 Taylor Swift’s New Heights appearance with Travis Kelce could shatter podcast download records. 📺 What the ESPN/NFL Media deal means for fans. 💵 James Cook’s new Bills contract—how it could shift the RB market. 🏈 Micah Parsons’ hold-in and how Jerry Jones’ approach is impacting the Cowboys locker room. 🏀 Celtics up for sale—what it says about the soaring value of sports franchises. ⚾ The Braves’ stadium and entertainment district: a roadmap for building a winning venue and surrounding attractions. Subscribe for insider breakdowns of the biggest deals, negotiations, and power moves in sports!

In this episode, Hadley and Chernoff dive into the latest headlines from NFL training camp, including the drama brewing in Cincinnati and ongoing contract talks across the league. They also tackle recent MLB scandals making waves off the field. Plus, legal expert Randy Kessler joins the show to break down the divorce drama involving NFL star Rashawn Slater—and what it could mean for his career.

In this episode, Chernoff and Hadley dive into the latest across the sports world—starting with NFL holdouts and what’s happening with SNZ. They also tackle the ongoing debate around the MLB salary cap and how it could reshape the league. Then, they shift to the WNBA, discussing the league’s growth even as Caitlin Clark sits out, and the recent momentum behind salary raises and investment in the women’s game. Smart takes, big questions, and bold conversations—you don’t want to miss this one.

In this episode, Hadley and Chernoff dive into a jam-packed lineup—breaking down the MLB All-Star Game highlights, key takeaways from SEC Media Days, and the growing buzz around the Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers rivalry.They also sit down with special guest Mike McCartney, agent to Kirk Cousins, for an inside look at the business side of the NFL,  and Kirk's feelings on drafting Pennix. 

In this episode, Hadley and Chernoff dive into a jam-packed lineup—breaking down the MLB All-Star Game highlights, key takeaways from SEC Media Days, and the growing buzz around the Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers rivalry.They also sit down with special guest Mike McCartney, agent to Kirk Cousins, for an inside look at the business side of the NFL,  and Kirk's feelings on drafting Pennix. 

On this episode of Deals and Deadlines, we dive into MLB's evolving broadcast future and who could be next in line to land TV rights. Plus, major NBA Free Agency shakeups and Angel Reese officially debuts her Reebok signature shoe.

In this episode, Hadley and Matt dive into the Oklahoma City Thunder’s rise and why this young squad might be built for a dynasty. Then, they break down the chaos of the 2025 NBA Draft — from head-scratching picks to shocking slides. The duo also revisits Kevin Durant’s latest trade headlines and what it means for his legacy. Plus: Did CBS just throw the Pac-12 a lifeline? We’re talking survival, strategy, and what’s next for the conference.

In this episode, Matt and Hadley sit down with Von Hutchins, General Manager of the UFL Champion DC Defenders! They dive into the team's championship run, the evolving landscape of professional football, and what’s next for the UFL. Plus, the guys break down the new world order in college football, Caitlin Clark’s return, and how streaming is reshaping the sports world. Don’t miss this jam-packed episode filled with insights, hot takes, and a championship mindset.

In this episode, Matt and Hadley unpack some of the biggest headlines shaking up the sports world. They start with the groundbreaking NIL settlement that could change the landscape of college athletics and finally put money in the pockets of student-athletes. Next, they hit the NFL, breaking down the growing number of holdouts and the latest developments in Aaron Rodgers’ contract situation. To close it out, they head to the ice to talk about hockey’s big return to Atlanta—and what it means for fans and the future of the NHL in the South.

In this episode, Matt and Hadley dive into the changing landscape of sports. They break down the new Faces of the NBA and what the next generation of stars means for the league's future. Then, they shift to the WNBA, where Caitlin Clark continues to dominate headlines and redefine the rookie impact. Finally, they tackle college football, exploring how the SEC is tightening its grip on the sport and shaping its future like never before.

In this episode, Hadley and Matt dive into the Falcons’ upcoming schedule release, the drama surrounding Trey Hendrickson in Cincinnati, and what it’s really like being an NFL insider with guest Mike Garafolo.

In this episode, Hadley and Matt sit down with the former Assistant GM of the New York Jets to dive deep into the NFL Draft 🏈🔍. They break down team strategies, scouting insights, and what really happens behind the scenes on draft day. Plus, they discuss the prank call involving Shedeur Sanders that made waves across the media — and share their takes on how it all unfolded.

In this episode, Hadley and Matt break down the chaos of the college football transfer portal with special guest Jake Rosenberg, former VP of Football Administration for the Philadelphia Eagles. Plus, they dive into Rory’s huge Masters victory!

In this episode, Hadley and Matt dive into the rebound of college basketball business 🏀📈, the perfect timing for the Gators' WIN 🎉🐊, and the surprising timing of a head coach getting fired 😱💼. See you next week!

In this episode, Hadley and Matt dive into the NCAA Tournament and break down who’s still in the race. They also discuss the latest in NFL free agency, including what's going on with Kirk Cousins, and get ready for MLB Opening Day this week! Don’t miss it! 🏀🏈⚾

In this episode, Hadley and Matt dive into the latest NFL news, breaking down the complexities of salary caps and discussing Kirk Cousins' new bonus with the Falcons. They also chat with Georgia Bulldogs Athletic Director Josh Brooks about the upcoming tournament and get an inside look at the athletic department's future plans. Don't miss out on this insightful and packed episode!