[2006alum]

Right. Historically the source of ESPN’s might isn’t ads, it’s the cable subscription fees. So the cord cutting is what’s screwing with their model, not necessarily fewer people watching.

Yeah, I think the red state politics thing is just a talking point. It may explain NFL ratings, but it doesn't explain cable cutting and reduced revenue for cable sports across the board.

[2006alum]

Right. Historically the source of ESPN’s might isn’t ads, it’s the cable subscription fees. So the cord cutting is what’s screwing with their model, not necessarily fewer people watching.

Yeah, I think the red state politics thing is just a talking point. It may explain NFL ratings, but it doesn't explain cable cutting and reduced revenue for cable sports across the board.