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FOX readying dedicated sports streaming service that will include IndyCar

Sports fans will have a dedicated FOX streaming service by the end of the year that will fill the void created by the recent demise of VENU Sports. Announced by FOX CEO Lachlan Murdoch during Tuesday’s quarterly earnings call, the direct-to-consumer …

Sports fans will have a dedicated FOX streaming service by the end of the year that will fill the void created by the recent demise of VENU Sports.

Announced by FOX CEO Lachlan Murdoch during Tuesday’s quarterly earnings call, the direct-to-consumer bundle will package the FOX network where all IndyCar races will be held, and its FOX Sports 1 and 2 cable channels – among other offerings – where practices and qualifying, and the Indy NXT series is presented.

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“We’re huge supporters of the traditional cable bundle, and we always will be,” Murdoch said. “But having said that, we do want to reach consumers wherever they are, and there’s a large population, obviously, that are now outside of the traditional cable bundle.

“We’re very pleased with this trend of the bundle. It’s financially, economically positive for us. We would hope that this bundle will be attractive to the cordless customers – the cord-cutters and cord-nevers.”

Under the original plan outlined in the FOX Sports IndyCar deal, fans who pay for cable can access streaming content through the FOX Sports app on Android and Android TV, Google Chromecast, Amazon’s Fire TV, Vizio, Xbox, Apple TV, Roku, and Samsung Smart TV, via authentication with the cable provider, which remains unchanged.

And for those without cable, the new Venu Sports package, which included ESPN, Warner Bros. Discovery, and FOX Sports, would be available as a monthly subscription.

A lawsuit by a rival sports streaming service and the eventual unwinding of Venu Sports has left IndyCar fans with no official streaming option to use from FOX in 2025, but other for-pay services do exist to act as a bridge – if desired – until the new FOX streaming solution arrives after the season.

The FOX-owned ad-based streamer Tubi, which is free for users, is being utilized for the first time by FOX Sports and will air Sunday’s NFL Super Bowl, but a FOX Sports representative told RACER that Tubi will be deployed on select instances for major sporting events – likely the Indianapolis 500 – but not as a full-time outlet for all of its sporting content.

How to watch Commanders vs Eagles today: Time, TV channel for NFC championship

It’s Commanders vs Eagles in the NFC championship. Here’s how to watch, including kickoff, channel, and betting odds.

The Washington Commanders look to keep their dream season alive on Sunday in Philadelphia against the Eagles in the NFC championship. If the Commanders can pull off the upset, they’ll be headed to the Super Bowl for the first time in 33 years.

Here’s how to watch the Commanders vs. Eagles game, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:

What channel is Commanders vs Eagles game on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: FOX

Start time: 3:00 p.m. ET

Commanders vs. Eagles will broadcast nationally on Fox. Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady will call the game from the booth at Ford Field, with Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi reporting from the sidelines.

Where to watch Commanders vs Eagles on livestream

Streaming options for the game include Fubo if you live in the local market of the teams.

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Commanders vs Eagles predictions, picks, odds

Eagles 30, Commanders 23

The Commanders’ run defense has been atrocious, which will be a major disadvantage Sunday. In both regular-season games between the NFC East rivals, Washington allowed more than 200 rushing yards.

The Eagles ran for 228 yards in a 26-18 home win in Week 11 as Barkley ran for 146 with 2 TDs. In Week 16, Philly finished with 211 rushing yards with Barkley rushing for 150 with 2 TDs, but Washington won 36-33 thanks to Daniels’ 5 TD passes, including a 9-yard TD to WR Jamison Crowder with 6 seconds left for a come-from-behind victory.

Washington ranked 30th among the 32 NFL teams in opponents rushing yards per game (137.5) during the regular season. Slowing down the dynamic Eagles’ attack will be difficult, especially considering the Commanders have allowed 51 points through 2 playoff games.

Philadelphia has allowed 13 or fewer points in 3 of its last 4 games and has a defense capable of slowing down Daniels and Co. The Eagles covered in 4 of their last 6 as well. Plus, in Philly’s Week 11 win at home vs. Washington, the Eagles covered as 4.5-point favorites, winning by 8 and giving up just 18 points. – Nathan Beighle, Sportsbook Wire

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ODDS: Eagles by 6

O/U: 47.5

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Commanders schedule 2024

  • Week 1: at Tampa Bay (L, 37-20)
  • Week 2: vs. New York Giants (W, 21-18)
  • Week 3: at Cincinnati (W, 38-33)
  • Week 4: at Arizona (W, 42-14)
  • Week 5: vs. Cleveland (W, 34-13)
  • Week 6: at Baltimore (L, 30-23)
  • Week 7: vs. Carolina (W, 40-7)
  • Week 8: vs. Chicago (W, 18-15
  • Week 9: at New York Giants (W, 27-22)
  • Week 10: vs. Pittsburgh (L, 28-27)
  • Week 11: at Philadelphia (L, 26-18)
  • Week 12: vs. Dallas (L, 34-26)
  • Week 13: vs. Tennessee (W, 42-19)
  • Week 14: BYE
  • Week 15: at New Orleans (W, 20-19)
  • Week 16: vs. Philadelphia (W, 36-33)
  • Week 17: vs. Atlanta (W, 30-24)
  • Week 18: at Dallas (W, 23-19)
  • NFC wild card: at Tampa Bay (W, 23-20)
  • NFC divisional round: at Detroit (W, 45-31
  • NFC championship: at Philadelphia
  • Record: 14-5

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Wisconsin basketball’s big game at UCLA will be available only via streaming

Another streaming-only game for the Badgers

The No. 18-ranked Wisconsin Badgers (15-3, 5-2 Big Ten) will look to add another statement win to a growing NCAA Tournament resume when they take on the UCLA Bruins (12-6, 3-4 Big Ten) on Tuesday night.

The road matchup is the second of a two-game Los Angeles, California road trip. The Badgers triumphed over USC in the first leg on Saturday.

Related: Updated Big Ten basketball power rankings (Jan. 20): Top tier continues to separate

Wisconsin basketball fans have likely grown aware of Peacock’s Tuesday night Big Ten doubleheader. The streaming platform will play host to the Badgers and Bruins’ matchup — they will play in Peacock’s second game of the evening, with the tip time set for 9:30 p.m. ET, 8:30 p.m. CT.

Wisconsin is 3-2 in Peacock-only games so far this season. Those results include an upset win over Arizona, a narrow home loss to Michigan, a road loss to Illinois, a decisive home victory over Minnesota and a home win over Ohio State.

UCLA enters Tuesday ranked No. 31 in KenPom, making the contest a Quad 1 game for the Badgers. Wisconsin is 2-3 in such games this season — that record stood at 3-3 until Ohio State recently fell outside of the NET’s top 30. UCLA is 1-4 in its last five games, its latest result a blowout win over Iowa.

Wisconsin, meanwhile, is up to No. 21 in KenPom, No. 18 in the AP Poll and No. 19 in the Coaches Poll. The team is one of the sport’s biggest risers over the last two weeks. It is 5-0 since the start of the calendar year, all five of those wins coming against conference opponents.

For more on how the Badgers and Bruins match up, check out our full game preview and prediction. Wisconsin fans will need to log back into Peacock to see how the game plays out.

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Wisconsin basketball’s game vs. Ohio State will only be available on one streaming platform

Wisconsin basketball’s game vs. Ohio State will only be available on one streaming platform

The Wisconsin Badgers (13-3, 3-2 Big Ten) will look to extend their win streak to six games when they host the Ohio State Buckeyes (10-6, 2-3 Big Ten) on Tuesday.

Wisconsin enters the matchup with the upper hand. First, the Badgers are at home, where they are 10-1 so far this season. Second, the team is red-hot after three straight conference triumphs to start the calendar year. Finally, Ohio State enters after a sub-par three-game stretch: a home loss to No. 12 Michigan State, a 2OT road win over Minnesota and a narrow loss to No. 13 Oregon.

Related: Updated Big Ten basketball power rankings (Jan. 13): Wisconsin reenters top tier

Momentum and trends point to a Wisconsin victory.

Fans are likely used to this refrain by now. For those interested in watching whether the Badgers extend their win streak, the game will be carried exclusively on Peacock.

Wisconsin is 2-2 in Peacock-only games this season: a big win over Arizona, tough losses to Michigan and Illinois, then a decisive home win over Minnesota. Ohio State enters ranked No. 32 in KenPom. That slot is far below the trio of top teams listed, but also a substantial step above Minnesota’s ranking of No. 114.

Wisconsin and Ohio State will tip off at 9 p.m. ET, 8 p.m. CT at the Kohl Center. The Badgers enter the matchup as sizable betting favorites. Again, a Peacock subscription will be required to watch the action.

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Venu demise causes IndyCar streaming headache

The NTT IndyCar Series finds itself with a significant new problem that affects fans who prefer to consume its racing through a widely available streaming platform. In its move from the NBC network and its Peacock streaming service to FOX, IndyCar’s …

The NTT IndyCar Series finds itself with a significant new problem that affects fans who prefer to consume its racing through a widely available streaming platform.

In its move from the NBC network and its Peacock streaming service to FOX, IndyCar’s streaming plan was twofold, with one option available to cable customers through authentication via the FOX Sports app, and the second through the Venu Sports app that was due to launch as an independent subscription service late in 2024 with the likes of ESPN, FOX, and Warner Brothers as its featured partners.

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A lawsuit from rival streamer Fubo TV made bringing Venu Sports to life an impossibility while litigation was ongoing, and in a development last Monday, Fubo TV dropped the case as part of merging with The Walt Disney Company.

Freed of the lawsuit, optimism for Venu Sports moving forward with its streaming platform was high until it closed on Friday when the key channels in Venu’s stable announced they would not engage with Venu. ESPN, as one of the larger components in the Venu bundle, crafted a new plan while Venu was prevented from hitting the market, and is expected to launch a dedicated streaming service of its own later this year.

“In an ever-changing marketplace, we determined that it was best to meet the evolving demands of sports fans by focusing on existing products and distribution channels,” ESPN, FOX, and Warner Brothers said on Friday.

Where fans were able to pay between $8 per month (with ads) or $14 (without) to use NBC’s Peacock streaming service while it carried IndyCar, the demise of Venu means fans without cable subscriptions have two high-profile options to consider with YouTube TV at $83 per month, or Hulu + Live TV with multiple tiers available between $82 and $96 per month. After YouTube and Hulu, other, lower profile streaming options likely exist in whatever region they’re available, and could come with a smaller monthly fee.

In speaking with a Penske Entertainment representative about the issue, RACER understands the series will focus on initiating its new relationship with FOX before evaluating its options and determining whether a deal can be struck with an independent streamer at a price point that’s less than tenfold of what it cost to use Peacock.

Wisconsin basketball’s game vs. Minnesota will only be available on one streaming platform

Wisconsin basketball vs Minnesota will only be available on one streaming platform

The Wisconsin Badgers (12-3, 2-2 Big Ten) are back on the Kohl Center court on Friday night for a game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers (8-7, 0-4 Big Ten).

The teams’ records display a discrepancy in quality, as do the latest KenPom standings. Wisconsin is No. 21 in the nation (No. 5 in the Big Ten) while Minnesota is No. 109 (last in the Big Ten).

Related: Updated win-loss predictions for Wisconsin basketball schedule after win over Rutgers

The Badgers seek a fifth consecutive victory and third straight Big Ten win when the two teams tip at 7 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. CT. For fans interested in tuning in, the game will be carried exclusively on Peacock.

Wisconsin is 1-2 in Peacock-only games this season: a big win over Arizona plus tough losses to Michigan and Illinois. Minnesota appears far less of a test than those three top-ranked foes, at least on paper.

The Badgers enter the contest with considerable momentum after big wins over Iowa and Rutgers, the former in record-breaking fashion. Minnesota, meanwhile, has lost two straight to No. 20 Purdue and Ohio State. It has dropped all four conference games it has played this season.

Wisconsin enters Friday’s game as the prohibitive favorite. Fans will need to tune into Peacock to see how the game unfolds.

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Two former Saints players will be on the Netflix Christmas broadcast

Two former New Orleans Saints players will be part of the star-studded on-air talent group for the Netflix Christmas Day doubleheader:

This year the NFL will be treated to something a little different for the Christmas Day football games. The two games on the day of Christmas will be shown on Netflix in 2024, and with that, they had to form their own broadcast crews made up of a conglomerate of reporters, former players, and pretty much anyone they thought would be a good fit.

With that, the New Orleans Saints had two former players tied into this list, with quarterback Drew Brees and linebacker Manti Te’o joining the 22-person on-air talent crew. While it is unclear what role everyone will be joining in, the group they put together is quite impressive.

The double header will consist of a Noon CT/ 1 p.m. ET game with the Kansas City Chiefs traveling to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers, and then a 3:30 p.m. CT/ 4:30 p.m.. ET game between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. We will get to see Drew Brees get back in the booth finally, and a debut for Manti Te’o in the NFL media landscape.

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Wisconsin basketball’s big game against Illinois will only be available on one streaming platform

Wisconsin basketball’s game against Illinois will only be available on one streaming platform

The 11th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers (8-2, 0-1 Big Ten) are on the road on Tuesday night for a critical early season game against No. 19 Illinois (6-2, 0-1 Big Ten).

As was the case for the Badgers’ recent contest against Michigan, the game will only be available via streaming on Peacock. That is the reality for many conference contests in this era of the Big Ten.

Related: Updated Big Ten basketball power rankings (Dec. 9): Wisconsin slides, Michigan surges

As a reminder, the streaming-exclusive games are part of the Big Ten’s new television deal with Fox, CBS and NBC. Peacock, an NBC property, has carried football and basketball games since the deal began last year.

Wisconsin is 1-1 in Peacock-exclusive games so far this season: the loss to Michigan and a big win over then-No. 9 Arizona

Both teams enter the important matchup after disappointing weeks. Wisconsin dropped tough contests against Michigan and at No. 5 Marquette, while Illinois fell to Northwestern in overtime.

The two projected to be among the Big Ten’s best through Feast Week and the season’s first month. A win on Tuesday is paramount for both as they look to return to that standing.

The Badgers and Illinois will tip off at 9 p.m. ET, 8 p.m. CT at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois. Again, a Peacock subscription is required to watch the contest.

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How to watch Commanders vs Titans today: Time, TV channel for Week 13

It’s Commanders vs. Titans in Week 13 of the 2024 NFL season. Here’s how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.

The Washington Commanders (7-5) host the Tennessee Titans (3-8) on Sunday from Northwest Stadium. The Commanders look to end a three-game losing streak and remain in control of their playoff hopes.

Tennessee is coming off its biggest victory of the season, an upset road win over the Houston Texans.

Here’s how to watch the Commanders game, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:

What channel is Commanders vs. Titans game on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: CBS

Start time: 1:00 p.m. ET

Commanders vs. Titans will be broadcast on CBS Sports in Week 13 of the 2024 NFL season. Andrew Catalon, Tiki Barber, and Jason McCourty will call the game from the booth at Northwest Stadium, with AJ Ross reporting from the sidelines.

Where to watch Commanders vs. Titans on livestream

Streaming options for the game includes FUBO.

For FUBO:

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Commanders vs. Titans predictions, picks, odds

Commanders 20, Titans 16: This game looks much different now than it would have a few weeks ago. The Commanders were rolling, and the Titans looked lost. Over the last three weeks, Tennessee has played much better behind second-year quarterback Will Levis. Meanwhile, Jayden Daniels and Washington’s offense isn’t playing at the same level as it was during the first half of the season. On Sunday, the Commanders face a stingy Titans defense. Daniels will find a way to get it done and end Washington’s three-game skid. 

ODDS: Commanders by 6 points (-110)

O/U: 44.5

All NFL Odds via BetMGM.

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Commanders schedule 2024

  • Sept. 8: at Tampa Bay (L, 37-20)
  • Sept. 15: New York Giants (W, 21-18)
  • Sept. 23: at Cincinnati (W, 38-33)
  • Sept. 29: at Arizona (W, 42-14)
  • Oct. 6:  Cleveland (W, 34-13)
  • Oct. 13: at Baltimore (L, 30-23)
  • Oct. 20: Carolina (W, 40-7)
  • Oct. 27: Chicago (W, 18-15)
  • Nov. 3: at New York Giants (W, 27-22)
  • Nov. 10: Pittsburgh (L, 28-27)
  • Nov. 14: at Philadelphia (L, 26-18)
  • Nov. 24: Dallas (L, 34-26)
  • Dec. 1: Tennessee
  • Record: 7-5

Titans schedule 2024

  • Sept. 8: at Chicago (L, 24-17)
  • Sept. 15: New York Jets (L, 24-17)
  • Sept. 22: Green Bay (L, 30-14)
  • Sept. 30: at Miami (W, 31-12)
  • BYE
  • Oct. 13: Indianapolis (L, 20-17)
  • Oct. 20: at Buffalo (L, 34-10)
  • Oct. 27: at Detroit (L, 52-14)
  • Nov. 3: New England (W, 20-17)
  • Nov. 10: at Los Angeles Chargers (W, 27-17)
  • Nov. 17: Minnesota (L, 23-13)
  • Nov. 24: at Houston (W, 32-27)
  • Dec. 1: at Washington
  • Record: 3-8

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How to watch Commanders vs Cowboys today: Time, TV channel for Week 12

It’s Commanders vs. Cowboys in Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season. Here’s how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.

The Washington Commanders (7-4) face their bitter rival, the Dallas Cowboys (3-7), for the first time this season on Sunday from Northwest Stadium.

Washington is coming off back-to-back losses for the first time this season and looks to rebound against the struggling Cowboys.

Here’s how to watch the Commanders game, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:

What channel is Commanders vs. Cowboys game on today? Time, TV schedule

TV Channel: FOX

Start time: 1:00 p.m. ET

Commanders vs. Cowboys will be broadcast on FOX Sports in Week 12 of the 2024 NFL season. Joe Davis and Greg Olsen will call the game from the booth at Northwest Stadium, with Pam Oliver reporting from the sidelines.

Where to watch Commanders vs. Cowboys on livestream

Streaming options for the game include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

For FUBO:

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Commanders vs. Cowboys predictions, picks, odds

Commanders 34, Cowboys 13: There is no reason to think Dallas should win this game. Everything is in Washington’s favor, including the Cowboys’ recent play and injury list. In 2024, the Commanders are simply the better team, with the better quarterback and coaching staff. On Sunday, Washington takes care of business to improve to 8-4. 

ODDS: Commanders by 10.5 points (-110)

O/U: 45

All NFL Odds via BetMGM.

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Commanders schedule 2024

  • Sept. 8: at Tampa Bay (L, 37-20)
  • Sept. 15: New York Giants (W, 21-18)
  • Sept. 23: at Cincinnati (W, 38-33)
  • Sept. 29: at Arizona (W, 42-14)
  • Oct. 6:  Cleveland (W, 34-13)
  • Oct. 13: at Baltimore (L, 30-23)
  • Oct. 20: Carolina (W, 40-7)
  • Oct. 27: Chicago (W, 18-15)
  • Nov. 3: at New York Giants (W, 27-22)
  • Nov. 10: Pittsburgh (L, 28-27)
  • Nov. 14: at Philadelphia (L, 26-18)
  • Nov. 24: Dallas
  • Record: 7-4

Cowboys schedule 2024

  • Sept. 8: at Cleveland (W, 33-17)
  • Sept. 15: New Orleans (L, 44-19)
  • Sept. 22: Baltimore (L, 28-25)
  • Sept. 26: at New York Giants (W, 20-15)
  • Oct. 6: at Pittsburgh (W, 20-17)
  • Oct. 13: Detroit (L, 47-9)
  • Oct. 20: BYE
  • Oct. 27: at San Francisco (L, 30-24)
  • Nov. 3: at Atlanta (L, 27-21)
  • Nov. 10: Philadelphia (L, 34-6)
  • Nov. 18: Houston (L, 34-10)
  • Nov. 24: at Washington
  • Record: 3-7

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