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ESPN is acquiring NFL Network and distribution rights to NFL RedZone, gaining a stake in the NFL, which aims to focus more on selling games rather than operating its own network. The deal enhances ESPN's NFL coverage, including more live games and RedZone expansion, while raising questions about its impact on journalism, game scheduling, and sports gambling. The agreement still requires league owner and regulatory approval.
ESPN is set to acquire key NFL media assets, including 'RedZone' and NFL Network, in a deal potentially worth billions, in exchange for up to 10% equity in ESPN, pending regulatory approval, aligning with ESPN's upcoming direct-to-consumer streaming service launch.
Jim Trotter, who is leaving NFL Media, accused the league-owned newsroom of covering up owner behavior. Trotter's message strengthens the likelihood of a lawsuit against the NFL. He could expose the problem of inherent conflict of interest in league-owned media and compel major changes to be made by the league.