What Curt Cignetti’s massive contract extension means for the future of College Football

When Curt Cignetti signed his massive contract extension with the Indiana Hoosiers, it wasn’t just a reward for winning games ...
NPR

Chuck Klosterman still sees football as a net positive (but it's close)

NPR's Juana Summers speaks with cultural critic Chuck Klosterman about his new book, which trains a critical eye on the cultural significance and future of a sport he loves: football. It's the day ...
The New York Times

Why do we love football? Chuck Klosterman’s new book explores America’s obsession

Fans were fired up at Sunday night's NFC divisional playoff game between the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field. Michael Reaves / Getty Images George Plimpton is credited with the ...
Variety

How Pro Football Cleaned Up Its Image and Beefed Up Its Fanbase to Become TV’s Undisputed Leader

Football analyst Mina Kimes has covered many changes in pro football since she joined ESPN in 2014. One of the most exciting, in her view, involves the Taylor Swift effect. Football has been a pillar ...
The New York Times

Football’s newest league crosses borders – and may set a blueprint for the sport’s future

New Zealand's Auckland FC are one of eight teams involved in the seven-nation OFC Professional League Cameron Spencer/Getty Images Last weekend, a new international league kicked off. Eight clubs from ...