Reports surfaced on Wednesday regarding the current and future status of Good Morning Football, NFL Network’s flagship studio show since its launch in 2016. Seeking clarity on the matter, we reached out to the league for official confirmation and additional details.
Here’s what we learned:
The show is relocating from New York to Los Angeles.
Good Morning Football will cease airing on March 29, with plans to relaunch later in the summer or during preseason. The extended hiatus raises eyebrows, given the duration.
Additionally, a separate show will be produced and syndicated by Sony Pictures Television, with syndication deals currently in the works. This syndicated show will bear a different name, leaving questions regarding its cast and crew.
Officially, the new show’s hours have yet to be finalized. However, insider sources suggest a potential shift from the current 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET slot to 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET. This adjustment may accommodate a two-hour syndicated program recorded separately.
The reaction to these developments varies. While some may view it as a significant evolution of the show launched in New York six years ago, others may see it as a potential disruption. Notably, the last time the NFL attempted a morning show originating from California (NFL AM, in 2012), it faced challenges.
For the revamped Good Morning Football, production will likely begin around 5:00 a.m. local time in Los Angeles, necessitating early arrivals for the cast and crew. The prospect of a different name and potential changes to the team adds to the uncertainty.
It appears that the move aims to streamline operations and cut costs by transitioning production to facilities available at SoFi Stadium. Consequently, Good Morning Football will wrap up its New York chapter in less than a month and undergo a significant transformation upon its return, with the exact details yet to be fully revealed.
