CFP Expands, ESPN has media rights
November 11, 2026
CFP to Expand to 24 Teams Starting with the 2027-28 College Football Season; Announces Exclusive Media Rights Agreement with ESPN to Televise New CFP Games through the 2031-32 Season
The College Football Playoff Management Committee has unanimously approved expanding the postseason format to 24 teams beginning with the 2027-28 season. Alongside this structural change, the organization secured an exclusive five-year media rights agreement with ESPN to broadcast all 23 games through the 2031-32 campaign. The expanded format will feature 16 on-campus games for the first two rounds, while the quarterfinals and semifinals continue at traditional bowl locations.
CFP
Utah gambling crackdown continues as prediction markets halt operations in the state
Major prediction market operators including DraftKings, FanDuel, and Fanatics have restricted access and ceased operations in Utah following state-filed criminal charges against Kalshi. The crackdown comes as Utah Attorney General Derek Brown enforces the state's absolute ban on gambling, though platforms have maintained that customers can still trade select financial and economic event contracts. State officials have emphasized that the attorney general's office reserves the right to enforce gambling prohibitions against individuals participating in illegal operations.
The Salt Lake Tribune
WTA Finals Bring Sold-Out Crowd and Economic Boost to Indian Wells
The WTA Finals kicked off their weeklong tournament to a sold-out crowd at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, drawing thousands of fans to the Coachella Valley. This major international sporting event provides a valuable seasonal economic boost for local small businesses, hotels, and restaurants. The tournament runs through Sunday, November 15, marking the second major tennis event hosted in Indian Wells this year following the BNP Paribas Open.
NBC Palm Springs
Disney, Skydance Eye TV Rights Bids for French Football Ligue 1
Walt Disney Co. and Skydance Corp. are considering bids for French football's Ligue 1 domestic audiovisual rights in an effort by the league to recover from years of declining revenue. The French Professional Football League launched the tender last week for rights covering the 2027 to 2032 period. Interested parties have until December 3 to submit their bids.
Bloombeg
Bridgestone Arena chooses construction manager for $1 billion renovation
Bridgestone Arena and the Nashville Predators have selected JE Dunn Construction as the construction manager for "Smashville’s Next Stage: Broadway 2030," a massive $1 billion multi-year renovation project. The ambitious overhaul aims to upgrade arena technology, enhance daily operations, and strengthen the venue's physical connection to downtown and Broadway to ensure it remains a premier global entertainment destination. Fans and community members are also being encouraged to share their feedback and design ideas directly on the project's official website to help shape the arena's future.
FOX
‘This feels like very bad news’: Jake questions Seattle’s NBA expansion chances after Ferguson’s latest meeting with Adam Silver
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson held a virtual meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to discuss potential league expansion and bringing the Seattle SuperSonics back to the region. This outreach marked the third conversation between the governor's office and the league this year as the timeline approaches an anticipated expansion decision. However, local radio hosts expressed concern that the repeated outreach might signal desperation compared to competing bids from groups in Las Vegas.
My Northwest
Dianna Russini returning to sports media with show, column for BetUS
Dianna Russini is returning to sports media to launch a new weekly football show and write a column featuring league insights for the gambling company BetUS. This new venture follows her resignation from The Athletic earlier in the year after controversy surrounding her relationship with New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. Her upcoming program, "The Russini Report," will feature gambling analysis, weekly game previews, and commentary from prominent NFL guests.
ESPN
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Florida State hires Jeff Purinton as AD: FSU taps alum amid coaching search to replace Mike Norvell
Florida State has appointed alumnus Jeff Purinton as its new athletic director following a months-long search to replace the leadership team. Purinton, who previously served as Arkansas State's athletic director and a Learfield executive, returns to Tallahassee with strong SEC and administrative experience. His immediate priorities include leading the search for a new football coach to replace Mike Norvell and positioning the program for long-term success.
CBS Sports
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