Fox Sports NFL Insider Jordan Schultz Leaves After Contract Ends

Jordan Schultz, a prominent NFL insider and son of former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, has parted ways with Fox Sports after his one-year contract ended, as confirmed by a Fox spokesperson. Schultz, who gained attention for breaking major NFL news and hosting a podcast with NBA star Draymond Green, had several controversies during his tenure, including prematurely revealing NFL draft picks and schedule information, which drew criticism from the NFL and Fox executives. Additionally, Schultz had a publicized verbal confrontation with NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport over accusations related to his reporting tactics, which Schultz denied. His approach to building sources, involving close relationships with NFL players and lavish gifts to league executives, sparked ethical debates and comparisons to Saudi Arabia's influence in golf. Schultz has stated he planned to leave Fox and is now exploring opportunities with other outlets or potentially launching his own media venture. Meanwhile, ESPN's Jeff Darlington announced a surprising career shift from NFL reporting to covering Wimbledon, reflecting a significant pivot as ESPN ramps up its tennis coverage with comprehensive broadcasts across multiple platforms.