Defector Media started with a bang. It's an uphill climb to keep growing — just like in most of digital media.

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Tom Brady is set to become the NFL's newest minority owner after league approves Las Vegas Raiders deal

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Tom Brady will be the NFL's newest owner. The NFL voted to approve his purchase of a minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Ex-Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer can't stop talking about the bathrooms at his new $2 billion sports stadium

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LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is still talking about the many bathrooms at the newly opened Intuit Dome arena.

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Inside ESPN's 3-part plan to jump-start its lagging podcast business

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ESPN had shows like "Mike & Mike," which ran from 2000 to 2017, but has fallen behind in podcasting.

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ESPN's head of content explains why ace news-breaker Shams Charania was a must-hire after Woj's sudden exit

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NBA reporter Shams Charania is a new hire for ESPN.

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The dietitian for the Philadelphia Eagles shares 2 underrated protein sources his players love

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Eagles players love protein sources like quinoa and bone broth for recovery and energy, according to the team dietitian and chef.

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I was a 'cart girl' on a golf course for 2 years. These are the 3 biggest mistakes I saw customers make.

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If you follow these tips, you may become a new favorite customer among the "cart girls" at your golf course.

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Taylor Swift brought luxury fashion to Monday night football in an outfit that cost over $51,000

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Taylor Swift attended the Chiefs game on Monday in head-to-toe Vivienne Westwood.

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Youth Sports Were Already Intense—Now AI Tools Are Supercharging the Competition

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I used to be anti-golf. Once I finally played, I found it strengthened my marriage and improved my mental health.

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My husband and I now go to golf courses and driving ranges together.

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