SportBusiness.com

NFL NETWORK TAKES OVER REGIONAL PLAYERS

The NFL Network has taken control of the regional networks run by the Dallas Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers as well as a fledgling one being set up by Atlanta.

The NFL Network operation began broadcasting in late 2003 and has had increasing control in recent months in broadcasting league events.

Commissioner Paul Tagliabue had previously placed a moratorium on adding regional networks, although the Cowboys were allowed to keep running theirs because it had already started.

ESPN.com reports that talks are taking place between the Cowboys and the NFL as to whether that network will keep running.