One of the most fearsome defensive tackles in the last 15 years in the NFL has turned his cleats in for a broadcasting gig on the NFL Network and you'll hear more of Gerald McCoy's story, plus, much more on the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast."

Host T.J. Rives is back and talks to the 11 year vet/six time Pro Bowler McCoy, who will start his 2nd season on the set in L.A. for the NFL Network's Sunday "Gameday Morning" pregame show. He relates what it's like to be with Rich Eisen, Kurt Warner and Steve Mariucci on that show each week. Plus, Gerald talks about having to weight being critical of players, etc., when they may not like it. And, he discusses another goal of his away from the sports world, too.

Then, T.J. is joined by Mike Gill to talk more sports media topics from this past week, including the disaster for DirectTV subscribers with Disney pulling their channels (including ABC/ESPN) last Sunday night in a money dispute. Who will blink first in this showdown? Plus, what about the powerful ratings start to the college football season, how will Tom Brady do in his Fox Sports debut for the Dallas-Cleveland game And, will the WNBA see it's tremendous audience increase dwindle because of all the football now filling the airwaves?

It's all part of the "Last Word on Sports Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!