A high-profile attempt to blend sports, culture, and nostalgia on BET+ has come to an end. The streaming service has canceled 106 & Sports, the sports-focused spinoff of the iconic 106 & Park, after just one eight-episode season.
The show, filmed right here in Atlanta at Tyler Perry Studios, starred former NFL MVP Cam Newton alongside sports analyst Ashley Nicole Moss.
BET+ Cancels Sports Show Hosted by Cam Newton After 1 Season
Premiering on October 15, 2025, 106 & Sports aimed to capture the energy of the original 106 & Park—a staple of early 2000s BET programming—while shifting the focus to athletics.
Each episode featured a countdown of the week’s top-10 sports highlights, in-depth athlete interviews, lively cultural debates, and a live studio audience vibe.
Produced in partnership with LeBron James’ SpringHill company, the series hoped to attract both sports fans and viewers drawn to its Atlanta roots and celebrity hosting duo.
Despite the star power and local production boost, BET+ confirmed it will not move forward with additional seasons
In a statement shared with outlets including The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the network noted that “we will not produce additional seasons of ‘106 & Sports.’ The previous season will continue to live across BET platforms.” All eight episodes remain available for streaming on BET+.
Local fans and industry observers point to several factors behind the short run. The show’s Wednesday 10 p.m. time slot on a platform primarily known for music, drama, and Black entertainment may have limited its reach.
Questions also arose about fitting a dedicated sports program into BET’s broader lineup, especially as streaming competition in sports content intensifies.
Adding to the conversation, some online discussions linked the cancellation to Newton’s recent comments on his Funky Friday podcast. In a widely circulated clip from early February 2026, Newton discussed personal boundaries in friendships with women, stating he avoids platonic relationships with attractive women due to potential complications.
Co-host Moss responded lightheartedly online with “Wellllll damn… this is awkward lol,” sparking memes and debates—but no direct evidence ties these remarks to BET+’s decision.
For Atlanta’s entertainment and sports community, the cancellation is a reminder of the challenges in reviving beloved formats in a crowded media landscape. 106 & Sports brought production jobs and spotlight to Tyler Perry Studios, and its episodes continue to showcase local talent and perspectives.
As streaming services evolve, Atlanta remains a hub for bold content creation. Whether this marks the end of sports programming experiments on BET+ or a pause for rethinking remains to be seen.
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