What new US football show is Cooper Johns being considered for?

Cooper Johns is reportedly being considered to host a new US football show that will incorporate NFL, college football, and NRL content.

Why did Cooper Johns leave the Kyle and Jackie O Show?

Cooper Johns left the Kyle and Jackie O Show in January to pursue other opportunities that offered higher pay.

Who will pitch the new US-style footy show?

Australian expatriate Ray Simmons will pitch the concept of a US-style footy show to executives from Fox Sports.

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Cooper Johns Eyes US Footy Show Hosting Gig

25 Feb

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Summary

Cooper Johns may host a US show combining NFL, college football, and NRL.
He quit KIIS FM's Kyle and Jackie O Show for better-paying opportunities.
A proposal for a US-style show featuring Cooper Johns will be pitched.

Cooper Johns Eyes US Footy Show Hosting Gig

Cooper Johns, a former NRL player and media personality, is reportedly being considered to host a new football show in the United States. This proposed program aims to blend content from the NFL, college football, and the NRL. Johns, 26, departed from KIIS FM's Kyle and Jackie O Show in January to pursue roles with higher compensation.

Johns transitioned into media in 2024 after retiring from a rugby league career that included stints with the Melbourne Storm and Manly Sea Eagles, playing 19 first-grade games. He is currently in Las Vegas with his father, Matty Johns, and brother, Jack.