Deadspin, ESPN, and the Sports Media Revolution: A Blogosphere Anthem

• tmcallist

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  I've got nothing particularly useful to add, but thought this was one of the best written blog posts I've read in a while.  So-- nice job.

   

  Also, I have no idea why this would be tagged as an NCAA basketball story.

  Posted 7/24/2007 [reply] [flag]

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On the MTVization of ESPN, and ESPN v. The Blogosphere
Published 7/23/2007 by Adam J. Morris <info@lonestarball.com> at Lone Star Ball: Front Page Posts
Over at SBNation's Georgia Bulldogs website, there is a very good (and very lengthy) critique of ESPN, and the way it chooses to program and market itself, that I'd encourage folks to check out.

Laila Ali Gets Married Gambling Ref Tim Donaghy
Published 7/23/2007 at SPORTSbyBROOKS
... . • DAWG SPORTS airs their grievances with ESPN and adds five ways to fix the Worldwide Leader : And the ...

Texas Tech Red Raider Notes for 07-23-07
Published 7/23/2007 by Seth C <info@doubletnation.com> at Double-T Nation: Front Page Posts

Oh ESPN. How much do you suck? Let me count the ways.
Published 7/23/2007 by Dex <info@gaslampball.com> at Gaslamp Ball: Front Page Posts
... If you have a minute or two (or possibly a couple hours), I encourage you to check out or at least skim this Dawg Sports post about why ESPN sucks. When the revolution starts, I'll be at your back, but for now I'm just gonna sip on this here mojito.

Morning Update (Escape from St. Louis Edition)
Published 7/23/2007 by Chris <info@arrowheadpride.com> at Arrowhead Pride: Front Page Posts
... Kyle from Dawg Sports puts down some great reasons why ESPN isn't the same network ...

Morning Coffee - Sam Keller for Heisman?
Published 7/23/2007 by corn blight <info@cornnation.com> at Corn Nation: Front Page Posts
... While you're at it, I'd like you to take a run through on T. Kyle King's dissertation about the state of ESPN coverage and why those of us in the blogosphere find it rather uh distasteful (to put it mildly). I'm not arrogant enough to believe that bloggers are going to take over the media, but we are becoming more relevant as this whole thing evolves. ...

Morning Coffee Returns
Published 7/23/2007 by HornsFan <burntorangenation@gmail.com> at Burnt Orange Nation: Front Page Posts
... On a related note, for those of you who dabble in media criticism, Kyle has set the new standard with a lengthy and exceedingly thoughtful post (RTWT) on ESPN's substandard practices. ...

Guessing at the D
Published 7/23/2007 by VanRam <info@turfshowtimes.com> at Turf Show Times: Front Page Posts
... Here's an excellent look at the state of sports media coverage and the ESPN monopoly.

Once my pants are on, I make bad posts.
Published 7/23/2007 by Skin Patrol <info@hogshaven.com> at Hogs Haven: Front Page Posts
... [While we're at this shameless self-promotion nonsense, one of my favorite blogs on all the internets knows that I exist, and that's a good thing. If you love College sports, you should also love ...

Blog Roundup for 7-23-07
Published 7/23/2007 by tips@sportable.com at Sportable, Where Sports are a Lifestyle
... Deadspin, ESPN, and the Sports Media Revolution: A Blogosphere Anthem [Dawg Sports]: In a long, well thought out rant, this blogger essentially sums up the tension between mainstream journalism and the blogging world. I’d say it does a great job of summing up what we’re attempting to do here. ...

Monday Musings
Published 7/23/2007 by Blez <blez@athleticsnation.com> at Athletics Nation: Front Page Posts
...  I've critiqued ESPN and the family of networks before, but my criticism came mostly from the viewpoint of a myopic, disenfranchised A's fan who felt neglected repeatedly by the Worldwide Leader.  This is one of the best critiques of ESPN from a fellow SportsBlogs Nation blogger who frames the argument in an almost open-and-shut case format.  It's when I read something like this from one of my fellow SB Nation guys that I realize just how great this network of blogs truly is.  Kudos, Kyle, kudos. ...

Monday News and Notes
Published 7/23/2007 by Paragon SC <info@conquestchronicles.com> at Conquest Chronicles: Front Page Posts
... Speaking of ESPN. Kyle has a great piece on the WWL and their role within the Blogoshere. Its no secret that Kyle does some great writing but he hits this one right out of the park, as this is a great piece that references a lot of great anecdotes. Yes, it's a bit of a read but I can find no person that I would rather read when addressing this sort of topic. To Kyle: Well Played Sir!! ...

Rookies, Lynch and Mularkey, Oh My!
Published 7/24/2007 by Brian G <info@buffalorumblings.com> at Buffalo Rumblings: Front Page Posts
... This has nothing to do with the Bills, but it deserves mentioning as well. If you hate ESPN as much as I do (and by ESPN I mean "Who's Now" and "Baseball Tonight"), be sure to check out this article by Dawg Sports, SB Nation's Georgia Bulldogs blog. This isn't your normal ESPN bashing session (which are always nice); this article is incredibly well-presented, eloquent and intelligent. It points out every flaw of ESPN in a way that isn't derogatory, it's just true. One of the best articles I have ever read, mainstream media or not. You simply have to check this out. ...

Who's Now?!
Published 7/24/2007 by SMQ <info@sundaymorningqb.com> at Sunday Morning Quarterback: Front Page Posts
... Actually, the moment is increasingly dominated by the spirit of the revolt, as the much-loved, quasi-subversive art of ESPN broadsiding appears to be reaching its critical mass, its "tipping point," if you will, highlighted this weekend in fine snipes by the grassroots and Southern and the ...

BTB Awards Week 16
Published 7/24/2007 by JM Barten <info@beyondtheboxscore.com> at Beyond the Box Score: Front Page Posts
... No dumbest thing ever this week for a number of reasons. For one, this week's column is already going to be pretty lengthily. Secondly, the thing that continues to bug me is the continued contempt the Worldwide Leader has for its viewers. I've taken my fair share of swings at that particular deceased equine. And to be honest, others have done it far more effectively than I ever could. ...

Back With Links
Published 7/25/2007 by Sean <info@aroundtheoval.com> at Around the Oval: Front Page Posts
... for Kyle's essay/analysis/treatise on ESPN. Now, making fun of ESPN and complaining about ESPN are nothing new, and are easy to do: I'm guessing you do it every time "Who's Now?" or "The Bronx is Burning" comes on your TV (I know I do). Kyle's post is notable, though, for being especially thorough and well-organized. That's not surprising, considering his law background. It's also pretty lengthy (also unsurprising, considering the law background). But if you've got the time, it's worth a read. ...

JN: Harry Potter Edition
Published 7/25/2007 by rockchalk <info@rockchalktalk.com> at Rock Chalk Talk: Front Page Posts
... First off, one of the best works you will read all year is a must read. That would be the respectful criticism of ESPN put forth by T. Kyle King of Dawg Sports. Honestly, if there is one thing you will read all day make it that, it is well worth the time to read the "thorough" work by Kyle. ...

Blogging versus Bloviating
Published 7/25/2007 by Paragon SC <info@conquestchronicles.com> at Conquest Chronicles: Front Page Posts
... , has penned a very thorough and thoughtful piece on the subject and ...

I'm not the only one who dislikes ESPN
Published 7/25/2007 by Tom Stephenson at The Coors Effect
... Everybody should read this post over at Dawg Sports (hey, I'm a Vandy fan, but I'm open to good reading on a Georgia blog) and you'll better understand this.  I'll forgive them for failing to mention anything about Vandy in their segment on the ...

Rocky Top Talking Points: link dump!
Published 7/26/2007 by Joel <info@rockytoptalk.com> at Rocky Top Talk: Front Page Posts
... If you somehow missed Kyle's authoritative piece on Deadspin, ESPN, and the Sports Media Revolution, well then you are in a ...

Boredom Ensues…
Published 7/27/2007 at AZ Sports Hub - Arizona's Destination for Sports - Blogs - Podcasts - Forums
... T. Kyle King’s recent piece on DawgSports regarding the ongoing struggle with/against the media Death Star, espn. ...

Boredom Ensues...
Published 7/27/2007 by Big Jon at The House Of Heat
... T. Kyle King's recent piece on DawgSports regarding the ongoing struggle with/against the media Death Star, espn. ...

Links: a quick round-up
Published 7/28/2007 by Angela S. at Serious Dismay Sports
Dawg Sports: Deadspin, ESPN, and the Sports Media Revolution: A Blogosphere Anthem, an interesting article (which I'm sure you've all already read) about the five fundamental problems with ESPN right now. ...

More SEC first-place LSU love, Theriot and Fontenot contributing to Cubs, etc.
Published 7/30/2007 by GeauxTigers <info@andthevalleyshook.com> at And The Valley Shook: Front Page Posts
... By the way, on the topic of Kyle, he put up a rather phenomenal post last week on the state of ESPN. Grab a cup of coffee, print it out, and sit down with it, though, because it's a dissertation above and beyond Kyle's impressive daily efforts.

Rebel Rebel Blah Blah Blah
Published 8/1/2007 by Diecast Dude <diecastdude_24@yahoo.com> at Restrictor-Plate This: Front Page Posts
... Criticizing ESPN's increased emphasis over the years on self and style over substance, the mindset of believing it is the story instead of whichever sports news item it covers at any given moment, is more than fair game.  Dawg Sports recently wrote an excellent dissertation on this.  But when the high flyer sports blogosphere members are one and all devoted to aping ESPN in general and Bill Simmons in particular, exactly what is their point or purpose in ripping ESPN?  Becoming what you profess to oppose eviscerates your argument before it starts.  ...

Meta Bloggy Thoughts: Media Criticism
Published 8/13/2007 by HornsFan <burntorangenation@gmail.com> at Burnt Orange Nation: Front Page Posts
... To conclude (finally), the sports blogosphere has matured. The work produced therein is tremendous and, often times, wholly different than that which we get from many mainstream media outlets. Calling to task the latter group remains a useful, important topic, but only insofar as it is a thoughtful critique. Moreover, it has become counter-productive to add fuel to the blog vs. mainstream media fire. There's no reason for us to have an antagonistic relationship, and we're past the point of needing to differentiate ourselves for the purpose of validation. ...

Corso: Right, because he's on ESPN
Published 9/21/2007 by cocknfire <info@garnetandblackattack.com> at Garnet And Black Attack: Front Page Posts
... Because ESPN doesn't like being questioned. It doesn't like it when someone points out that, a lot of times, their predictions and opinions are just flat wrong. That's because it undermines their role as gatekeeper of sports information and crafter of storylines. (To see the full story on this, see Kyle's brilliant analysis.) ...