NFL Draft NFL Network, ESPN to reduce draft tip-offs

Quesadilla Joe · 02:28 AM

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...headline_stack

Let's fast forward to next Thursday, opening night of the NFL draft. With the Indianapolis Colts on the clock, time ticking away, the speakers crackle to life: "The pick ... is in."

Before we hear a peep from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, the camera cuts to Andrew Luck, huddled over a phone, smiling from ear to ear.

In this case, nobody is surprised, but as we move through the first round, these tip-offs affect the drama of the event.

Sports Illustrated's Richard Deitsch first reported Wednesday that the NFL, NFL Network and ESPN are discussing ways to avoid revealing top draft picks to viewers before they're announced.

The NFL subsequently confirmed it won't show draftees on the phone in the green room before the announced pick on the first night of the draft.

"It's also in effect for NFL Network and ESPN, which may broadcast from other locations such as a player's house or an agent's office," league spokesman Brian McCarthy told NFL.com on Wednesday.

It's a start, but problems extend to the draft's later rounds as well.

"Every team, scout, GM, etc. has access to the NFL draft's pick database, which is updated once a card is turned in. Much earlier than on TV," tweeted Rotoworld's Josh Norris, who also served time as a scouting intern for the St. Louis Rams. "As soon as you read, 'The pick is in,' (teams) already know who is selected. Amazing how far behind TV gets on the 2nd and especially 3rd days."

Issues remain, but it's a start.

Quesadilla Joe · 04-19-2012, 02:22 AM

This is a great idea. I really hate knowing who my team is picking before the commish reads the card. I'm going to be far away from Twitter during the first round this year.

Quesadilla Joe · 04-19-2012, 02:27 AM

Also ESPN has said that they will have only one commercial break during the first round of the NFL Draft.

**DaKCMan AP** · 04-19-2012, 02:31 AM

MMXcalibur · 04-19-2012, 03:05 AM

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That is one juicy weiner.

redsurfer11 · 04-19-2012, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Cassel>Manning

Also ESPN has said that they will have only one commercial break during the first round of the NFL Draft.

Wanna Bet it happens during the 11th pick

TRR · 04-19-2012, 05:23 AM

Chris Berman usually gives it away before the pick comes in as well. I usually watch NFL Network because of this...
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Okie_Apparition · 04-19-2012, 06:35 AM

It's all a commercial for twittermania
The draft already happened

**the Talking Can** · 04-19-2012, 06:56 AM

sweet

now get everyone not named Kiper off the set too...I want Mel and nothing but Mel for 100 hours...

instead I get yammering self-loving idiots like Gruden and Young

suds79 · 04-19-2012, 06:56 AM

I switched to watching the NFL Network's coverage years ago because I HATED how ESPN would have Adam Schefter come on just before the pick "Team X will be taking so & so" Ahhhh. A-hole thanks for ruining all the suspense.

This is great news.

spanky 52 · 04-19-2012, 07:00 AM

Not a big fan of Kiper's anymore but would be happy if they got rid of Berman. His schtick has gotten real old. Replace him with Suzy Kolber.

El Jefe · 04-19-2012, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Cassel>Manning

This is a great idea. I really hate knowing who my team is picking before the commish reads the card. I'm going to be far away from Twitter during the first round this year.

I agree, it's like you have X-Ray glasses you use on Christmas day. I want to be suprised.

Molitoth · 04-19-2012, 07:10 AM

YAY Thank You NFL!!!!

We have been asking for this for a few years.

King_Chief_Fan · 04-19-2012, 07:26 AM

they could also speed this crap up....you are on clock...you got three minutes...go

Frosty · 04-19-2012, 07:28 AM

The draft coverage on both networks (though ESPN is worse) has gotten so bad over the last few years. Instead of talking about the draftees, the talking heads will just yammer on and on about some side story (like Favre a couple of years ago). I have found it much more entertaining to have it on in the background and spend my time on CP's mega draft thread.

04-19-2012, 02:21 AM
Quesadilla Joe Abolish The Salary Cap! Join Date: Mar 2008 Casino cash: $3408675	NFL Network, ESPN to reduce draft tip-offs http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...headline_stack Let's fast forward to next Thursday, opening night of the NFL draft. With the Indianapolis Colts on the clock, time ticking away, the speakers crackle to life: "The pick ... is in." Before we hear a peep from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, the camera cuts to Andrew Luck, huddled over a phone, smiling from ear to ear. In this case, nobody is surprised, but as we move through the first round, these tip-offs affect the drama of the event. Sports Illustrated's Richard Deitsch first reported Wednesday that the NFL, NFL Network and ESPN are discussing ways to avoid revealing top draft picks to viewers before they're announced. The NFL subsequently confirmed it won't show draftees on the phone in the green room before the announced pick on the first night of the draft. "It's also in effect for NFL Network and ESPN, which may broadcast from other locations such as a player's house or an agent's office," league spokesman Brian McCarthy told NFL.com on Wednesday. It's a start, but problems extend to the draft's later rounds as well. "Every team, scout, GM, etc. has access to the NFL draft's pick database, which is updated once a card is turned in. Much earlier than on TV," tweeted Rotoworld's Josh Norris, who also served time as a scouting intern for the St. Louis Rams. "As soon as you read, 'The pick is in,' (teams) already know who is selected. Amazing how far behind TV gets on the 2nd and especially 3rd days." Issues remain, but it's a start. Last edited by Quesadilla Joe; 04-19-2012 at 02:28 AM..
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Quesadilla Joe Abolish The Salary Cap! Join Date: Mar 2008 Casino cash: $3408675	This is a great idea. I really hate knowing who my team is picking before the commish reads the card. I'm going to be far away from Twitter during the first round this year. __________________ “(Sean) Payton feels as strongly about Bo Nix as he did Mahomes.“ - Adam Schefter
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Quesadilla Joe Abolish The Salary Cap! Join Date: Mar 2008 Casino cash: $3408675	Also ESPN has said that they will have only one commercial break during the first round of the NFL Draft. __________________ “(Sean) Payton feels as strongly about Bo Nix as he did Mahomes.“ - Adam Schefter
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the Talking Can Supporter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: street Casino cash: $9172208	sweet now get everyone not named Kiper off the set too...I want Mel and nothing but Mel for 100 hours... instead I get yammering self-loving idiots like Gruden and Young __________________ Clark Hunt: "Thank god for the Dominican pool boy"
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suds79 MVP Join Date: Sep 2000 Casino cash: $10005036	I switched to watching the NFL Network's coverage years ago because I HATED how ESPN would have Adam Schefter come on just before the pick "Team X will be taking so & so" Ahhhh. A-hole thanks for ruining all the suspense. This is great news.
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spanky 52 Veteran Join Date: Mar 2008 Casino cash: $-944399	Not a big fan of Kiper's anymore but would be happy if they got rid of Berman. His schtick has gotten real old. Replace him with Suzy Kolber.
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King_Chief_Fan Praise Him Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: none ya Casino cash: $4755486	they could also speed this crap up....you are on clock...you got three minutes...go
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04-19-2012, 07:28 AM	#15
Frosty Go Beavers! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Washington Casino cash: $3368243	The draft coverage on both networks (though ESPN is worse) has gotten so bad over the last few years. Instead of talking about the draftees, the talking heads will just yammer on and on about some side story (like Favre a couple of years ago). I have found it much more entertaining to have it on in the background and spend my time on CP's mega draft thread.
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