J.J. McCarthy faced a tough start in the Vikings' opener but showed resilience and improvement, highlighted during the ManningCast broadcast with insights from legends like Randy Moss, as the Vikings narrowly defeated the Bears 27-24.
Peyton Manning has extended open invitations to notable figures including former President George W. Bush, Pope Leo XIV, and celebrities like Bradley Cooper and Tiger Woods to appear on his Manningcast show, although no responses have been received yet. The show features interviews with sports and entertainment stars and is set to return later in the NFL season.
Bill Belichick, currently not coaching, has been active in media appearances, notably on the Pat McAfee Show and ManningCast. North Carolina Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham announced that Belichick will continue these appearances even after becoming North Carolina's head football coach. The university sees this media presence as beneficial for recruiting and visibility. However, it's uncertain if Belichick will maintain this media schedule once he starts coaching.
The Ravens-Chargers game, featuring the Harbaugh brothers, attracted 17.4 million viewers across Disney's multicast platforms, marking the fifth Monday night game this season to surpass 17 million viewers. With ESPN-only game viewership declining, the NFL has pushed for more games to be aired on ABC. The ManningCast on ESPN2 drew one million viewers, a threshold that prompts ESPN to disclose viewership numbers.
The Monday night NFL game between the Texans and Cowboys attracted 17 million viewers, despite both teams' lackluster performances this season. The game aired on ABC, boosting its viewership. ESPN did not disclose specific ratings for the ManningCast, a trend observed when the numbers are not favorable. The upcoming Monday night game featuring the Chargers and Ravens is expected to draw even higher ratings.
The "ManningCast" returned for the Monday Night Football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs, featuring guests like Bill Belichick, Jason Sudeikis, and Maria Taylor. Highlights included Belichick praising DeAndre Hopkins, Peyton Manning's return to telestrating, and Eli Manning teasing Peyton about his agility.
Peyton Manning is reportedly seeking to bring Bill Belichick on board with Omaha Productions to team up with Nick Saban for a potential new "Manningcast" spin-off. Belichick, who recently parted ways with the New England Patriots, is being pursued by Manning's production company for an alternate broadcast format similar to the popular "Manningcast" series. While Belichick's interests remain unknown, the potential collaboration could offer a non-traditional platform for the experienced coaches to showcase their insights and personalities.
Peyton and Eli Manning hosted a special edition of the "ManningCast" during the Monday Night Football doubleheader, featuring the New York Giants-Green Bay Packers and Miami Dolphins-Tennessee Titans games. The Mannings were joined by comedian Nate Bargatze, former NFL players Will Compton and Taylor Lewan, and Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins. Some of the best moments included Nate Bargatze joining the perfect prediction panel, Peyton breaking down how to defend Dolphins' stars, and the Mannings receiving tips from NFL RedZone's Scott Hanson.
Mark Wahlberg will be a guest on ESPN's Manningcast, joining former NFL quarterback Michael Vick and basketball standout Caitlin Clark for the alternate Monday Night Football telecast hosted by Peyton and Eli Manning. Wahlberg's appearance is fitting as he portrayed a real-life figure from Eagles lore in the film Invincible. The Manningcast has gained popularity since its debut in 2021 and has featured notable guests such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Barack Obama, and LeBron James. The game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs is a rematch of last year's Super Bowl.
Peyton and Eli Manning provided entertaining commentary during the Broncos' last-second win over the Buffalo Bills on ESPN's ManningCast. The brothers had fun banter and welcomed guests like Patrick Mahomes and Lindsey Vonn. The game ended with a thrilling finish as the Broncos kicked a game-winning field goal, leaving the commentators and fans in disbelief.
Arnold Schwarzenegger made a surprise appearance on the ManningCast during the Chargers-Jets game, where he was seen feeding his donkey, Lulu. The former bodybuilder and California governor joined Peyton and Eli Manning for their ESPN broadcast, using the moment to promote his new book. Fans were amused by the interaction, with the brothers jokingly referring to the donkey as "Peyton No. 2." Schwarzenegger, who owns several farm animals, including a pig and a mini pony, explained that he enjoys having the time and space for animals during the COVID-19 lockdown.
The ManningCast featured Will Ferrell and a hilarious "meatloaf" call, as well as Peyton Manning providing commentary that John Madden would have been proud of. The telecast also paid tribute to Buddy Teevens, the longtime Dartmouth football coach who recently passed away.
The ManningCast, featuring Peyton and Eli Manning, will return for a third season with a star-studded guest list and new technology. While there won't be a third host, ESPN released the schedule for the 2023 season, which includes ten games airing on ESPN2 and ESPN+. The season kicks off with the Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets game on September 11. The Manning brothers will be joined by guests such as Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes, and Josh Allen throughout the season. The ManningCast has been a huge success, with 19 of the top 20 most-watched alternate telecasts belonging to the show.