James Palmer to become Underdog’s first sports reporter

Underdog Fantasy (Underdog) has added veteran NFL reporter James Palmer to lead the company’s football coverage and become Underdog’s first sports reporter. Palmer will also host the 89 podcast with Steve Smith Sr.
“To have someone of James Palmer’s caliber join the Underdog team and help develop our news reporting capabilities is another validation of what we are building here,” Underdog VP of Content Tim Livingston said.
“He has covered football’s biggest moments in recent years, has an engaging and insightful reporting style and maintains the ability to connect with fans, which is at the heart of everything we do.”
As Underdog’s senior sports reporter, Palmer will break news and provide coverage across football programs on the Underdog Media Network which includes newly announced shows and podcasts ahead of the NFL season.
“Underdog is building one of the leaders in sports media, and focuses on a thoughtful and fan-centric approach,” Palmer said.
“I look forward to bringing fans the latest news through in-depth storytelling, reporting and analysis across Underdog programming.”
Palmer is mainly known for his work with NFL Media, where he created, produced and hosted The NFL Report, a multiplatform show offering in-depth reporting, opinions and interviews with the league’s biggest stars.
As the NFL Network’s lead field reporter, Palmer covered some of the biggest stories throughout the regular season and playoffs for the past eight years, bringing fans exclusive coverage from the field.
His reporting and contributions are set to mark another significant step in the company’s efforts to elevate its sports content and engage fans with unparalleled insight, according to Underdog.
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