Read Ebook {PDF EPUB} NFL ABC Book by D.K. Publishing Report: ABC moving toward first NFL package since 2005. For months, it has been rumored that could be headed back to its original home of ABC. Those rumors could be coming to fruition. Michael McCarthy of FrontOfficeSports.com reports that ABC “is in an increasingly strong position to score its first live NFL game package in 15 years.” One possibility, as mentioned by McCarthy, would be for Monday Night Football to be simulcast on ESPN and ABC. That would, however, strip away much of the value of having ESPN in the first place. Another possibility, as the rumors have circulated, would be for ABC to resume broadcasting MNF , with ESPN snagging Thursday Night Football . There also has been talk of ESPN+ being in play for the streaming rights to NFL Sunday Ticket . McCarthy points out that the return of ABC to the collection of NFL broadcast partners would potentially put ABC in the Super Bowl rotation, with NBC, CBS, FOX, and ABC getting the game once every four years, each. The MNF package expires after the 2021 season, one year earlier than the other packages. Some have wondered whether Peyton Manning is waiting to enter the broadcast booth until Monday Night Football returns to ABC, where it would generate much higher ratings — and where the job presumably would justify a much higher salary. In 2006, Monday Night Football became a lower-profile cable offering, and Sunday Night Football moved from ESPN to NBC, making it the marquee NFL prime-time game of the week. SNF has been the highest-rated network show in prime-time since 2011. NFL ABC Book by D.K. Publishing. We are so proud of the branding package we created to support the ABC NFL Draft. With the disruption caused by the pandemic, the Draft is one of the only sporting events that a feverish audience will have to enjoy for a while. Finding the right tonality is always a significant part of the task, this year, especially so. The team hit the project as hard as possible and developed a lot of excellent options, ultimately scoring with this brand package. Go team! Branding | Design | Motionography | Color Correction. p.s. Getcha Popcorn Ready. Creative Director: Eric Edwards Designed by: Eric Edwards, Vince Diga, Lindsay Daniels, Roberto Brambilia, Ann Kruetzkamp Animation team: Roberto Brambilia, James Webber Producer: Andrew Kobliska Executive Producer: Andrew Kobliska Executive Creative Director: Sevrin Daniels. Network: ABC Executive Director, Branding & Design: Lucas Aragon Art Director: Christopher Abbey Design Producer: Karla Senz. Creative Director: Eric Edwards Designed by: Eric Edwards, Vince Diga, Lindsay Daniels, Roberto Brambilia, Ann Kruetzkamp Animation team: Roberto Brambilia, James Webber Producer: Andrew Kobliska Executive Producer: Andrew Kobliska Executive Creative Director: Sevrin Daniels. Network: ABC Executive Director, Branding & Design: Lucas Aragon Art Director: Christopher Abbey Design Producer: Karla Senz. The Process. After designing the minimal, streamlined aesthetic for the ABC NFL Draft, we crafted a set of highly customizable templates for the in house ABC team to create their promos. We were tasked with creating a style that was not overly bombastic, as is typically associated with NFL sporting events. The ABC program was all about highlighting the player’s personal stories rather than focusing on gameplay. One thing we discovered during the initial design exploration was that ideas that were flashy or extravagant missed the mark tonally. This was partially due to the show’s subject matter and also partly due to societal attitudes as a result of the pandemic, so we angled in on approachability. The client landed on an idea that used large outlined typography to convey messaging, complemented by sliding panels and lines. Utilizing analog textures like wrinkled, wheat paste paper added a tactile and personal feel. The package was animated in a way that was easy for the client to customize. Copy, images, and footage were all set up to accommodate the retention of styles and treatment streamlining the promotional production workflow. ESPN And ABC’s Historic, Innovative NFL Draft Coverage Round 1 Recap. Here's a sampling of highlights from The Walt Disney Company's unique, first-round coverage of the 2019 NFL Draft from Nashville. The Walt Disney Company is offering unprecedented coverage of the 2019 NFL Draft in Nashville, offering unique presentations of the annual player selection event across ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN Radio and ESPN Digital platforms. Below is a recap of top moments from Round 1 on Thursday in Music City. NFL Draft coverage continues across multiple platforms tonight and Saturday: NFL ABC Book by D.K. Publishing. Chris Simms explains why Tom Brady is No. 10 on his quarterback rankings. The 'beautiful mystery' Mike Florio and Chris Simms think Aaron Rodgers will arrive at training camp as if nothing is wrong. 'Most dangerous weapon' Chris Simms explains his reasons for placing Lamar Jackson sixth in his quarterback rankings. 'They're gonna tread lightly' Mike Florio and Chris Simms explain why Jamal Adams has leverage in negotiations with the Seahawks. Talent down South. The NFC South is loaded with playmakers. Which stars made Florio & Simms' list of top non-QBs? ProFootballTalk Sunday Night Football Peter King Video Scores Standings Stats. NFL offseason. Bears need to decide QB situation with competition. Offseason grades Haskins' last chance. Football Morning in America. Godwin goes deep. His first DM from Brady NFL Draft memories. Chris Simms Unbuttoned. Simms' Top 40 QBs: No. 7 Kyler Murray. As the Cardinals' driving offensive force, Kyler Murray lands at No. 7 on Chris Simms' quarterback rankings. More Headlines. Godwin goes deep. Bucs star Chris Godwin fills in for Peter King to talk about his road to the NFL, whether Tampa can repeat and what you don't know about Tom Brady. Chris Simms Unbuttoned. Chris Simms Unbuttoned. Chris Simms' new podcast and YouTube show, 'Chris Simms Unbuttoned,' has arrived to NBC Sports! Check out all of the top moments from his show, homies. 2020 NFL Draft to be presented across NFLN, ESPN, ABC. The 2020 NFL Draft will be presented across ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network, April 23-25 -- the second straight year that The Walt Disney Company has worked with the National Football League to offer a multi-network presentation for all seven rounds. The 2020 NFL Draft will serve as a three-day virtual fundraiser benefitting six charities that are battling the spread of COVID-19 and delivering relief to millions in need. The National Football League, ESPN and ABC hope the 2020 NFL Draft will bring fans a small but welcome diversion in the middle of a difficult and unprecedented time. ESPN and NFL Network will combine to offer a singular presentation across both networks, while ABC will present its own distinctive, prime- time telecasts for rounds 1-3, in addition to simulcasting the ESPN and NFL Network telecast of rounds 4-7. The 2020 NFL Draft telecasts -- originally scheduled to be on-site in Las Vegas -- will now originate from ESPN's Bristol, Conn., studios and adhere to proper social distancing guidelines and local workplace rules due to COVID-19. Draft hosts and a limited number of commentators will be in-studio while a majority of the analysts, reporters and other experts will contribute remotely from home studios. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will introduce the picks from his home. As previously announced, the NFL Draft will also feature a "Draft-A-Thon" which will pay tribute to healthcare workers and first responders in a variety of ways -- including raising funds for the work being done to combat the impact of COVID-19. Funds will help support six national nonprofits and their respective COVID-19 relief efforts. "We recognize the challenging times we are living in, but we are looking forward to presenting the 2020 NFL Draft and providing some hope for football fans everywhere," said Seth Markman, ESPN vice president, production. "For the past couple of years, ESPN's NFL and college teams have worked together on our draft coverage, and it has been a win for our viewers. This year, we are further excited to collaborate with the NFL Network creating an All Star broadcast. We are also committed to producing the ESPN/NFL Network and ABC shows in the safest possible environment for our announcers and production teams." "We are excited to partner with ESPN to present a unique and collaborative broadcast of the 2020 NFL Draft," said Mark Quenzel, Senior Vice President of Programming and Production, NFL Network. "By bringing the exceptional on-air talent and production staffs of both ESPN and NFL Network together, we hope to deliver a unified presentation of the draft that not only helps raise awareness and funds for the COVID-19 relief efforts, but also provides entertainment that millions of sports fans have been craving." NFL Draft Schedule (April 23-25): -- Thurs, April 23 (8-11:30 p.m. ET): NFL Draft, Rd 1 -- ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, ESPN Deportes, ESPN Radio -- Fri, April 24 (7-11:30 p.m.): NFL Draft, Rds 2 and 3 -- ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, ESPN Deportes, ESPN Radio -- Sat, April 25 (12-7 p.m.): NFL Draft, Rds 4–7 -- ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, ESPN Deportes, ESPN Radio. ESPN and NFL Network: will host all three days of ESPN's NFL Draft coverage for the fourth consecutive year, based in Bristol. Wingo will be joined remotely by ESPN analysts Mel Kiper Jr. (37th draft), (sixth) and Booger McFarland (third). NFL Network host Rich Eisen (17th), Draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah (eighth) and Pro Football Hall of Famers (Ninth) and Kurt Warner (10th) will also contribute remotely all three days. ESPN NFL host will conduct remote interviews with NFL draftees from an ESPN studio, and ESPN Senior NFL Insiders and will again be part of the three-day telecast, providing updates from their respective homes. ABC: Hosts Rece Davis, Jesse Palmer and Maria Taylor will lead ABC's unique prime-time presentation of the NFL Draft on April 23-24. Featuring NFL Draft analyst Todd McShay (12th draft, first commentating on all seven rounds) and college football analysts (third), Desmond Howard (third), David Pollack (third), and correspondent/feature reporter Tom Rinaldi, ABC will focus on storytelling and the journey draft prospects and their families have taken to get to the NFL. Davis, Palmer, Taylor and Rinaldi will be in-studio in Bristol. McShay will join Wingo and the ESPN/NFL Network crew for Rounds 4-7 on Sat., April 25. ESPN reporters will cover the NFL Draft virtually for ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Assignments include: -- Josina Anderson (covering Vikings, Redskins, Browns, 49ers) -- Jeff Darlington (Dolphins, Jaguars, Buccaneers, Chiefs) -- Dan Graziano (Packers, Lions, Chargers, Panthers, Raiders) -- Sal Paolantonio (Giants, Ravens, Eagles, Jets) -- Mike Reiss (Patriots) -- Dianna Russini (Titans, Bengals, Saints, Falcons) - - (Broncos, Seahawks, Cowboys, Cardinals) Digital: The 2020 NFL Draft will also be streamed live via a number of NFL and ESPN digital properties across devices (Phone, PC, tablet and connected TVs). NFL Network or ESPN authentication may be required.