NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport has officially signed a new multi-year contract to remain with the network and join the ESPN roster, according to @RapSheet.
The deal, which is reportedly for four years, solidifies Rapoport's future following the recent strategic merger between NFL Network and ESPN. Rapoport announced the news on social media, stating he will continue to appear across all platforms while maintaining his prominent role on NFL Network. The veteran reporter noted that he will continue to be "on NFL Network plenty" while expanding his presence at the Worldwide Leader.
The move ends months of industry speculation regarding how the two media giants would integrate their top-tier reporting talent. Rapoport has been a cornerstone of NFL reporting since joining NFL Network in 2012, breaking many of the league's biggest stories over the last decade. He is expected to join forces with fellow insider Adam Schefter to lead the network's comprehensive coverage of the 2026 season and beyond.
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