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As ‘American Idol’ Leaves Los Angeles for Atlanta, More Concerns Emerge About the State of Local Production

Forget Hollywood. “American Idol” is heading to Georgia, dawg. In news that felt all too depressingly common in production-starved Los Angeles, word emerged Tuesday that “American Idol” — which has been broadcast live from Los Angeles since it originated in 2002 — would move production to Georgia. ABC, as well as producers Fremantle and 19 […]

As ‘American Idol’ Leaves Los Angeles for Atlanta, More Concerns Emerge About the State of Local Production

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Rece Davis Pushes Back on Texas Being the No. 1 Team in College Football

Texas may have the "best win" of the young season, but they haven't proven themselves just yet, Rece Davis said.

  • Rece Davis doubts Texas should be ranked No. 1 despite their win over Ohio State.
  • Davis cites Texas' poor first-half performance as evidence against them being the best team.
  • Next game against Tennessee on September 26 will be crucial for Texas' top spot claim.

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