Off Tackle Empire to reassess brand after management change

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Off Tackle Empire to reassess brand after management change
Summary

Off Tackle Empire will undergo a brand reassessment following the termination of its site manager and staff effective August 31. The decision was framed by management as a strategic response to audience numbers and future growth opportunities. The blog, which began in 2008, has published over 10,685 articles, with the outgoing manager contributing 2,175. Key figures in its founding and growth will be acknowledged in the transition. The site may continue operations, though its future direction remains uncertain.

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  • Management announced staff terminations as of August 31.
  • Off Tackle Empire has published 10,685 articles since 2008.
  • The blog began with a focus on Big Ten sports.
  • Current staff are reassessing the brand's future direction.
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In 1797, a Philadelphia socialite asked Benjamin Franklin, of the new American nation, “What have we got, a republic or a monarchy?” Reader, Off Tackle Empire makes no claim to be important; rather, it is a silly place on the internet. But I hope you’ll indulge me at least that introduction in the hopes of […]

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