Matthew Berry Will Launch Roku Talk Show
The veteran sports commentator brings a daily program to the Roku Channel starting next Monday.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Television
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Matthew Berry will debut a new daily talk show titled "Pregame with Matthew Berry" on the Roku Channel next Monday. The two-hour program, which will be produced by Fantasy Life, airs weekdays from noon to 2 p.m. ET.
Why it matters
The launch marks a significant shift for Berry, a long-time fantasy sports analyst who previously spent 15 years at ESPN and four years at NBC. He will now transition to a platform-exclusive format after his departure from NBC's Football Night in America.
Berry brings two hours of daily sports commentary and guest interviews to the platform, drawing on his experience hosting the daily YouTube-simulcast podcast "Fantasy Football Happy Hour." This adds to the Roku Channel's sports portfolio, which included Sunday morning MLB games during the 2025 season.
The players
Matthew Berry
He is a prominent fantasy sports commentator who previously held long-term roles at both ESPN and NBC.
Roku Channel
This is a streaming platform that offers a variety of ad-supported content and live sports programming.
Fantasy Life
This is a media company that produces digital sports content and will serve as the producer for the new talk show.
The details
Produced by Fantasy Life, the show will be filmed on a set designed as "Matthew Berry's Bar." The program aims to deliver sports insights and guest interviews in a daily format tailored for the streaming audience.
Timeline
February 2026: Matthew Berry appeared on a Super Bowl pregame show.
June 2026: Roku and Fox announced a merger agreement.
2025 season: Roku aired Sunday morning MLB games.
Next Monday: Pregame with Matthew Berry launch.
Industry Dynamics
The move aligns with broader industry trends where sports media personalities increasingly pivot toward streaming-first environments to reach wider digital audiences. This reflects a strategic realignment within the sector, mirroring the path taken by other veteran broadcasters like Rich Eisen.
Viewers can watch the new program daily on the Roku Channel without the need for a traditional cable subscription. The show provides an accessible alternative for fans who previously followed Berry on legacy networks.
The takeaway
The move highlights the continued growth of ad-supported streaming platforms as primary destinations for live sports analysis. Consumers can expect more personality-driven programming to move away from traditional broadcast television models.
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