Matthew Tabeek

Atlanta

Senior Managing Editor at Front Office Sports

Senior managing editor at Front Office Sports. Formerly of the Atlanta Falcons, CBS Sports, Cincinnati Enquirer.

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Articles

How Junior Bridgeman Went From NBA Sixth Man to Billionaire

1 month ago | frontofficesports.com | Daniel Roberts |Matthew Tabeek

Most people today know the name Junior Bridgeman for his business accomplishments more than for his NBA career—despite the fact he was a legendary sixth man whose jersey is retired by the Milwaukee Bucks. Bridgeman died unexpectedly this week at 71, less than one month after his face was on the “daily digital cover” of Forbeswith a headline about how he joined the “rare air” of basketball billionaires along with Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and LeBron James.
Jameis Winston Eyes NFL Return, but Keeps Door Open for a TV Gig

2 months ago | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek

Jameis Winston was one of the most popular players in the NFL this year, even if the Browns finished tied for the worst record in football. The No. 1 pick in the 2015 NFL Draft went viral numerous times throughout the year for his motivational speeches and charismatic postgame interviews. This led to Winston, who also played four seasons with the Saints, getting tapped by Fox Sports Digital to serve as a correspondent ahead of Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.
Kings Sending Fox to Spurs in 3-Team Deal for LaVine: ESPN

2 months ago | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek

The Kings are wrapping up a three-team trade that will send De’Aaron Fox to the Spurs and bring the Bulls’ Zach LaVine to Sacramento, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The reported move in Sacramento comes in light of concerns about Fox’s long-term commitment to the Kings, leading the team to trade him rather than risk losing him for nothing in 2026.
Bill Belichick to Take College Plunge at North Carolina

Dec 11, 2024 | bvmsports.com | Alex Schiffer |Matthew Tabeek

Bill Belichick is on to Chapel Hill. The legendary NFL coach will be the next head coach at North Carolina, the school announced Wednesday. The former Patriots coach is expected to sign a three-year deal worth $30 million, according to The Athletic. Why North Carolina? Belichick, who has never coached at the college level, took multiple meetings with school officials over the past couple of weeks before accepting the job.
Big Paydays for CFB Conference Champion Coaches

Dec 7, 2024 | frontofficesports.com | Daniel Roberts |Matthew Tabeek

In the inaugural year of the 12-team College Football Playoff, and amid a continued wave of head-spinning conference realignment, college football’s championship weekend brought great excitement on the field, even if not every game had a trip to the Playoff on the line. Every Power 4 conference title game featured a first-year conference newcomer, and No. 15 Arizona State became the first to claim its conference title, beating No. 16 Iowa State Saturday afternoon.
Lions, Now Super Bowl Favorites, Also Find Success Off Field

Nov 18, 2024 | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek

For the first time in NFL history, the Lions are the betting favorites to win a Super Bowl. Detroit (9–1) ascended to the top of sportsbooks’ odds lists after a 52–6 rout of the Jaguars (2–8) on Sunday, overtaking the Chiefs (9–1), who lost their first game of the season at the Bills (8–2). The Lions’ odds to win Super Bowl LIX range from +310 to +420 at major sportsbooks. Kansas City is still not far behind, with odds between +450 and +500.
Caitlin Clark Is WNBA Rookie of the Year, 1 Vote Shy of Unanimous

Sep 22, 2024 | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek

Caitlin Clark’s rapid rise in women’s basketball has shown no signs of slowing down. The Indiana Fever star’s latest accolade—the WNBA’s Rookie of the Year award, announced Thursday—is just the latest cherry on top of what continues to be an impressive year on and off the court. She won 66 out of 67 votes, with rival Angel Reese receiving the remaining vote. On Sept. 22, the Associated Press announced that Clark won its official Rookie of the Year Award.
Incoming WNBA Stars Driving Ticket Sales, Media Rights Surge

Apr 9, 2024 | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek |Eric Fisher

After a season-long, Caitlin Clark–fueled bonanza across women’s college basketball that redefined the sport, the WNBA literally has next—and is poised to cash in on multiple fronts. Recalling the league’s original marketing slogan, the WNBA is now starting to see some of the initial benefits from the incoming influx of Clark (above, left), as well as other stars such as LSU’s Angel Reese (above, right).
A Closer Look at Mattress Mack's $1M Bet on Houston

Mar 17, 2024 | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek

The Houston men’s basketball team is +600 at most sportsbooks to win the NCAA tournament as a No. 1 seed for the second straight year, this time in the South region, and chances are you’ve probably heard of the school’s biggest backer. Jim McIngvale, better known as “Mattress Mack,” has already wagered $1 million on the Cougars to cut down the nets at the end of March Madness and win their first national championship.
‘Treated Like Children’: College Players Offered $600, No Royalties

Feb 22, 2024 | frontofficesports.com | Matthew Tabeek |Amanda Christovich

For a decade, fans have awaited the return of EA’s college sports video games after a lawsuit halted them in 2014 when UCLA’s Ed O’Bannon sued to be compensated for the use of his name, image, and likeness. The return of EA Sports College Football, slated for this summer, took a major step forward Thursday when the video game operator opened its opt-in program for players.