Paul Finebaum has talked with all four networks about producing a sitcom based on his life

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The idea for a sitcom about a sports media talent is unusual, but not unprecedented. “Listen Up!,” which ran on CBS in 2004-05, was based on Tony Kornheiser. Finebaum’s meetings with network execs have reached the highest levels, including one sit-down with ABC Entertainment President Karey Burke.

John Skipper hired Finebaum and made him the face of SEC Network for its launch in 2014. Now, Skipper could be responsible for luring Finebaum away from ESPN. Finebaum’s friendship with Skipper, who is DAZN executive chair, has led to discussions about a new role for Finebaum and his show if the host decides to leave ESPN, sources say. The DAZN opportunity would mimic what the streaming service did recently with Pat McAfee, which has been met with mixed reviews. A deal would include Finebaum’s daily program streamed on DAZN with a radio partner like Cumulus or SiriusXM carrying the audio.

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