John Fanta expands role at NBC Sports with new show
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 4:05 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026

John Fanta, a rising star at NBC Sports, has launched a new weekly program titled "Fanta In 60." Following a successful segment during last year's college football season, Fanta’s show aims to recap weekend highlights while engaging fans directly. He previously established a strong reputation calling college basketball games at FOX Sports and hosting podcasts. Fanta’s high-energy approach and versatility have allowed him to cover a range of sports, including college football, NBA, and MLB.
- •Fanta joined NBC Sports full-time after several years with FOX Sports.
- •"Fanta In 60" airs on Monday evenings as part of NBC's studio programming.
- •The show focuses on fan engagement, blending audience interaction into the recap format.
- •Fanta aims to showcase more than just traditional studio commentary.
- •He has gained recognition across multiple sports networks in his first year.
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Inside John Fanta’s NBC Sports Rise Built on Energy, Versatility and Saying Yes
""The product better be for the fan. Everything I do has to count no matter what it is. I look at any second on the air trying to meet and exceed the bar that's been set. That's what makes it fun." The post Inside John Fanta’s NBC Sports Rise Built on Energy, Versatility and Saying Yes appeared first on Barrett Media.
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