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Fox Sports President Mark Silverman Transitions to Consulting Role

1/7/2026

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Mark Silverman, Fox Sports president and chief operating officer, will step down to a consulting role.
Silverman joined Fox Sports in 2018 and helped develop the 'Big Noon Kickoff' show.
Brad Zager, currently president of production and operations, is expected to succeed him.
Fox Sports CEO Eric Shanks praised Silverman's contributions to the network's culture and partnerships as it prepares for hosting the FIFA World Cup this summer.

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Mark Silverman, Fox Sports president and chief operating officer, will step down to a consulting role.
Silverman joined Fox Sports in 2018 and helped develop the 'Big Noon Kickoff' show.
Brad Zager, currently president of production and operations, is expected to succeed him.
Fox Sports CEO Eric Shanks praised Silverman's contributions to the network's culture and partnerships as it prepares for hosting the FIFA World Cup this summer.