CNBC reported Thursday that the NFL is looking at taking a stake of around 10% in the Disney sports network. The media giant currently owns 80% of ESPN, while Hearst owns the remaining 20%. The outlet noted that discussions remain ongoing and that a final deal could result in a smaller stake.

On Wednesday, The Athletic's Andrew Marchand reported that ESPN and the NFL are nearing a deal for ESPN to acquire NFL Media. This deal will enable ESPN to launch a new "direct-to-consumer product this fall," called “The Next Era,” at $29.99 per month.

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The ESPN Original Series on the Chiefs has a release date: Aug. 14. Episodes of a six-part series entitled "The Kingdom" will air starting at 8 p.m. Central Time on Aug. 14 on ESPN+ and Disney+. The first two episodes will also be shown on ESPN that day.

According to a teaser released on Monday afternoon, a six-part series titled "The Kingdom" is set to air on ESPN this summer. The production will document the team's quest for a Super Bowl three-peat this past season—as well as "the legacy of the franchise, and the unforgettable characters who built its modern-day football dynasty."

If you're not a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, you probably aren't too thrilled about ESPN's upcoming docuseries. On Monday afternoon, ESPN announced that "The Kingdom" will premiere on Aug. 14 at 9 p.

It's almost time! ESPN announced on Monday that its six-episode Original Series, "The Kingdom," will debut on August 14 and will be available on ESPN, ESPN+, and Disney+. This will provide fans with a deep look into the franchise's history, while chronicling the 2024 NFL season and the Chiefs' pursuit of NFL history.

ESPN's roster rankings argue the New Orleans Saints have the NFL's worst starting lineup in 2025. It'll take some big 'ifs' to prove them wrong.