BET announced to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that the eight-episode series will not be renewed for future seasons, though the existing episodes will remain available on BET platforms. Complex, via X, shared BET’s confirmation. The show, hosted by Newton with Ashley Nicole Moss and executive-produced by LeBron James and SpringHill Studios, debuted October 15, 2025 and filmed at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta.
106 & Sports aimed to blend sports talk with Black culture, drawing on a format inspired by 106 & Park but with a more prerecorded approach. Critics and some fans noted repetitive evergreen topics and limited real-time reaction to breaking sports news, contributing to weak ratings and social media engagement.
SpringHill Company, LeBron James’ production entity, along with Maverick Carter, has been involved in the project, adding high-profile expectations given James’ continued influence in entertainment and sports. Newton’s prior ventures include a positive mentorship-focused project on Nickelodeon, All in with Cam Newton, which highlighted his commitment to empowering youth.
Reaction to the cancellation on social platforms was largely critical of the show’s format and delivery. The broader takeaway is that the venture marks a rare public setback in Newton’s post-playing media career, contrasting with his reputation as a quarterback and mentor to kids. The eight-episode run will remain accessible on BET platforms as the industry continues evaluating the viability of crossover sports-talk programming with high-profile producers.
