ESPN’s Chris Fowler could replace Brent Musburger as the network’s top college football voice. In other news, the NFL Network has suspended analyst Darren Sharper after a serious arrest, and Fox Sports’ Brian Billick could jump ship to CBS.
Fowler Lead Candidate to Replace Musburger on ESPN’s CFB Coverage
- ESPN “College Gameday” host Chris Fowler is the “leading candidate” to assume the #1 play-by-play position on the network’s college football telecasts, Sports Illustrated reported Sunday. Fowler would replace Brent Musburger in the role, who is expected to be demoted in some capacity. According to the report, Rece Davis is another candidate for the role. (SI.com)
NFL Network Suspends Sharper After Arrest
- NFL Network has suspended NFL analyst Darren Sharper without pay after he was arrested on rape charges over the weekend. Sharper, who had been with NFL Network since 2012, was arrested in Los Angeles Friday night as a suspect in two sexual assault accusations. He is also under investigation in New Orleans for a third sexual assault case. (The Associated Press)
Billick Possible Replacement For CBS’ Dierdorf
- Fox Sports NFL analyst Brian Billick has been mentioned as a replacement for Dan Dierdorf on CBS, according to The New York Daily News. Billick, who has been with FOX since 2008, is nearing the end of his contract with the network. (NYDN)
