Rob Stone Expands Big Noon Kickoff With First International Broadcast

Rob Stone, host of Fox Sports' Big Noon Kickoff, says the college football pregame show is entering its eighth year with plans to expand its footprint, including its first international broadcast from London. The show saw record ratings last year, averaging 1.8 million viewers per episode. Stone credits the addition of Barstool Sports personalities for boosting ratings and bringing new energy to the program. He confirmed the show will maintain its two-hour format, which he calls the "sweet spot," while remaining open to future changes and new locations. Stone also voiced support for Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt's criticism of the College Football Playoff's exclusive television deal, saying the sport would benefit from more networks sharing the broadcast rights.