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Patrick Whitesell and Silver Lake Invest in Peyton Manning's Omaha Productions


Published on 2025-03-27 13:41:12 - Variety
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  • Former Endeavor executive chairman Patrick Whitesell and private equity giant Silver Lake have made an investment in Omaha Productions, the busy content banner headed by NFL great Peyton Manning. The deal gives Whitesell and Silver Lake a minority stake in the company that produces ESPN2's alternative "Monday Night Football" live telecast during the regular NFL

Patrick Whitesell, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, along with the private equity firm Silver Lake, have made a significant investment in Omaha Productions, a media company founded by former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning. This investment aims to bolster Omaha Productions' growth, particularly in expanding its content offerings and enhancing its production capabilities. The company, known for its sports-related content like the Emmy-winning "Peyton's Places" and "ManningCast," is looking to leverage Whitesell's expertise in talent management and Silver Lake's financial backing to explore new opportunities in media and entertainment. This partnership not only signifies a vote of confidence in Manning's vision for Omaha Productions but also underscores the increasing intersection of sports, media, and technology.

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