Rodger Wyland joined WNYT-TV NewsChannel 13 in August 1986 as a weekend sports anchor/sports reporter. He is now the Sports Director, anchoring at 6 and 11 p.m. He also hosts Big Board Radio Sports Talk weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon on 104.5 The Team, and is the play by play announcer for UAlbany Football and Basketball. Prior to joining WNYT-TV, Rodger was the Sports Director at WTAJ in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where he anchored sports on weekdays at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. Rodger is a recipient of the Iris Award, presented for a half-hour special featuring tri-athlete John Gracey. He is also the winner of three New York State Broadcasters Awards for local sports coverage. A native of Altoona, Rodger graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Broadcasting in 1984. While at PSU, he was a play-by-play announcer at PSU basketball games for WPSX-TV. Rodger lives in Albany County with his wife and kids, and a crazy yellow lab.
Rodger Wyland
NFL Does Not Need To Change Penalties on QB’s
I agree that the roughing the passer penalties in the NFL need some modification.
Bills Looking To Get Back To .500
Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen was impressive on Sunday, and watching him hurdle Minnesota linebacker Anthony Barr for a first down was dangerous but showed his toughness
NY Giants In Must-Win Mode In Houston
Two games into the season and the Giants are in must-win mode.
Giants Offense Still Searching For Answers
The Giants offense was awful Sunday night in Dallas, and head coach Pat Shurmur needs to fix it. But, can he fix it?
WR Josh Gordon Gets Big Chance in New England
Wide Receiver Josh Gordon is getting a great chance to turn his life around, and if he takes advantage, the New England Patriots will reap all the benefits.
Bills Make Right Choice, Josh Allen To Start Week 2
Bills head coach Sean McDermott had no choice, and honestly, it’s a week to late.
Darnold Impresses In Blowout Win For Jets
I am not going to make any predictions on the Jets based on one game, but rookie quarterback Sam Darnold was impressive
Empire Lose On Field, But Win Off The Field
The worst performance of the season came at the wrong time for the Albany Empire, and it cost them a spot in the championship game. But
Cashman Made Correct Decision Passing On Machado
I am glad to see Yankees general manager Brian Cashman use some common sense when it came to Manny Machado
Yankees Must Make Move For Starter To Keep Pace With Sox
The Boston Red Sox completed the first half of the season with a 68-30 record, the best in the Majors.
Justify Setback Could Cost Saratoga Another Triple Crown Winner
I will be pleasantly surprised if we see Triple Crown winner Justify racing in Saratoga this summer
Yankees Need To Stay Away From Machado
Yankees need to stay clear of Manny Machado. I understand he’s another big name with a big bat, but the Yankees need another ace pitcher.