I think it's a great idea, to actually talk about betting and point spreads, and not just alluding to it. My only fear is, SVP has some tout on the show, I can see him bringing on a Phil Steele, or an RJ Bell, I really hope that doesn't happen
Mention sports betting and lines??!! But what about the kids, the young viewers??! Oh, sorry, that's why they're airing it at midnight, I presume.... Never mind, our innocence remains protected.
I found it pretty boring in solo anchor format. I in general like SVP and know what they are trying to do adding in commentary to the stories, but man that was tough to finish. I stayed on just for the bad beats which I knew I'd enjoy (wow colorado st) but I wont be making an effort to make sure I see that show nightly.
I found it pretty boring in solo anchor format. I in general like SVP and know what they are trying to do adding in commentary to the stories, but man that was tough to finish. I stayed on just for the bad beats which I knew I'd enjoy (wow colorado st) but I wont be making an effort to make sure I see that show nightly.
Agreed, a tough slog. I imagine SVP is their answer to departed Olbermann?
But ESPN has been edging closer to fully acknowledging sports betting for some time now. Chad Millman has been doing his podcast for years (presumably it's popular), and then there's ESPN's Chalk section, which is all about sports betting.
Just think, ESPN started in 1979 and only in the last few years are they recognizing sports betting. It took them 30+ years to just "go there". What does that mean for legalization? Another 10 years??
Guys, remember it was the first show, given some time I'm sure it will be better. They need to figure out what works and what doesn't. I'm an SVP fan, let's see how the show looks in a few weeks, fairer to judge it then
I like SVP as well and will give it some time. Really hoping we dont get the RJ Bell or Steele as regulars.
That's who you're going to get because those type of guys are entertaining and this is entertainment after all. A real professional would be the most boring guest ever. No trade secrets and could just talk about the industry and other general things. That's not what the masses want and thus: that's not what drives viewership northward.
That's who you're going to get because those type of guys are entertaining and this is entertainment after all. A real professional would be the most boring guest ever. No trade secrets and could just talk about the industry and other general things. That's not what the masses want and thus: that's not what drives viewership northward.
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Agreed, a tough slog. I imagine SVP is their answer to departed Olbermann?
But ESPN has been edging closer to fully acknowledging sports betting for some time now. Chad Millman has been doing his podcast for years (presumably it's popular), and then there's ESPN's Chalk section, which is all about sports betting.
Just think, ESPN started in 1979 and only in the last few years are they recognizing sports betting. It took them 30+ years to just "go there". What does that mean for legalization? Another 10 years??
That's who you're going to get because those type of guys are entertaining and this is entertainment after all. A real professional would be the most boring guest ever. No trade secrets and could just talk about the industry and other general things. That's not what the masses want and thus: that's not what drives viewership northward.
This post is spot on