The following article "College football has milestone opening weekend as “Big Data” era begins" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. The new college football season opened with a bang in the ratings, fueled by a slate of marquee games and a new era of Nielsen measurement. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.| Sports Media Watch
The following article "Corso’s farewell sets College Gameday viewership mark" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. Lee Corso's swan song delivered a record audience for ESPN's "College Gameday." Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.| Sports Media Watch
The following article "On the Air: Is there room for distinctive voices in TV play-by-play?" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. On the latest edition of "On the Air," Armand Broady takes a look at the backlash to Leigh Diffey on NASCAR races. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.| Sports Media Watch
The following article "Corso’s farewell pick will also air on FOX as “Gameday” competitor pays tribute" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. Lee Corso's farewell to ESPN's "College Gameday" will also include an unexpected cameo on the show's primary competition, FOX "Big Noon Kickoff." Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.| Sports Media Watch
ESPN is pulling the last exclusive NFL game from its ESPN+ service; YouTube has tapped "Destroying" for its Week 1 NFL game; and more.| Sports Media Watch
Just one year into the 12-team College Football Playoff, one of the two most powerful conferences apparently wants to double the size of the field. The| Sports Media Watch
A few familiar names from the NBA on TNT are sticking around, in one form or another, for the network's post-NBA future.| Sports Media Watch
Eric Adams’ fundraising numbers send shockwaves through the election race, fueling speculation, political rivalries, and intense competition for City Hall.| amNewYork
Can a WNBA game -- on ION, no less -- take top honors on the first Friday of the college football season? Signs point to maybe.| Sports Media Watch
FS1's new-look morning shows comes into focus after Skip Bayless ouster. Plus: TNT announces broadcasters for Mountain West coverage| Sports Media Watch
Pat McAfee will officially return to ESPN's "College GameDay" after offseason uncertainty. Plus: MLB Network launches direct-to-consumer offering; CBS| Sports Media Watch