Pat McAfee: ‘College GameDay’ considered being in Indianapolis for Big Ten Championship

Duke University and the University of Arkansas set a new 30-year college basketball viewership record during their Thanksgiving matchup, aided by a lead-in from NFL programming on Fox. The game attracted a significant audience, highlighting the growing popularity of college basketball during the holiday season.

Chris Fowler, a prominent ESPN commentator, asserted that the network does not influence the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee's decisions, emphasizing the integrity of the selection process during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show. He aimed to dispel any notions of bias or manipulation by ESPN in the playoff selections.

Following a disappointing 27-9 loss to Ohio State, Michigan Football has made changes to head coach Sherrone Moore's staff, reflecting the team's struggles despite a promising 9-3 season led by freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood. This loss marks a significant setback for the program, which had hoped to build momentum in the competitive landscape of college football.

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian has indicated that the Longhorns, currently with three losses, may consider scheduling lesser power conference opponents in the future. He confirmed upcoming games against Michigan and Ohio State over the next two seasons but stated that discussions about future matchups are open-ended.

Dan Le Batard expressed confidence that Bill Simmons is dissatisfied with Spotify's recent partnership with Netflix, which may impact Simmons' role and influence within the media landscape. This partnership aligns Spotify with a major player in streaming, potentially reshaping content distribution strategies in sports media.

Rodney Harrison experienced an on-air freeze during the pregame show of NBC's Sunday Night Football, leading to speculation and concern among viewers and fans. This incident occurred while discussing the upcoming matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Washington Commanders, drawing immediate attention on social media platforms.

Max Kellerman recently defended his controversial statement from years ago where he expressed a preference for Andre Iguodala over Steph Curry during a discussion on 'The Bill Simmons Podcast.' Kellerman reiterated his belief in Iguodala's value to the Golden State Warriors, emphasizing his defensive skills and overall impact on the game.

Laura Woods, the host of ITV Sport, collapsed on-air during a live broadcast of the women's soccer match between England and Ghana. The incident occurred shortly after the broadcast began, but Woods was quickly assisted by co-hosts Ian Wright and Anita Asante, and she later confirmed that she is doing okay.