I joined WNYT-TV NewsChannel 13 in August 1986 as a weekend sports anchor/sports reporter. I am now the Sports Director, anchoring at 6 and 11 p.m. I 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, I was the Sports Director at WTAJ in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where I anchored sports on weekdays at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. I am a recipient of the Iris Award, presented for a half-hour special featuring tri-athlete John Gracey.I also am the winner of three New York State Broadcasters Awards for local sports coverage. A native of Altoona, I graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Broadcasting in 1984. While at PSU, I was a play-by-play announcer at PSU basketball games for WPSX-TV. I reside in Albany County with his wife and kids, and a crazy yellow lab.
Rodger Wyland
Can The United States Finally Win The Ryder Cup In Europe?
MJ and I were joined by our good friend Mark Cannizzaro from the New York Post earlier this morning right here on Big Board Sports.
Hear Our First Two Interviews With Union Football’s Coach Poppe
Below are our first two interviews with Union football head coach Jon Poppe. His segment is every Monday at 11:30 right here on Big Board Sports. Enjoy!
Is It Time To Start Taking The Buffalo Bills More Seriously?
The Buffalo Bills were extremely impressive on Sunday especially on the defensive side of the football.
How Big Of A Game Is It This Weekend For UAlbany Football?
UAlbany football team needs a win Saturday at Morgan State to even their non-conference record at 2-2 and to set them up for the start of the CAA schedule.
What Did ESPN’s Ryan McGee Tell Us About UAlbany Football?
MJ and I were joined by ESPN senior writer and college football analyst Ryan McGee earlier this morning right here on Big Board Sports.
Will The NY Giants Carry Over Their Momentum On Thursday Night?
The New York Giants pulled off an improbable comeback this past Sunday over the Arizona Cardinals. It was one of the biggest comebacks in franchise history.
Was The NY Jets Loss On Sunday QB Zach Wilson’s Fault Or Not?
I don’t blame the New York Jets 30-10 loss at Dallas solely on quarterback Zach Wilson.
How Big Of A Statement Did The Buffalo Bills Make On Sunday?
Josh Allen looked terrific and had no turnovers which is probably what stood out the most honestly.
Hear Our Interview With Albany Firewolves Head Coach Glenn Clark
Below is our full interview with Albany Firewolves head coach Glenn Clark from earlier today talking about the NLL draft and the 1st overall pick enjoy!
Is This Sunday’s Game A Must Win For The New York Giants?
It’s only Week-2 of the NFL season but it already feels like a must win game for the New York Giants at Arizona on Sunday.
How Good Will Union Football Be This Year With A New Head Coach?
First year head coach Jon Poppe has the Union football team rolling to start the season winning their first two games by scoring 128 points.
Former UAlbany Great Dane Jared Verse Is Succeeding At FSU
I still pinch myself watching defense end Jared Verse dominate at FSU when just a few years ago he was doing the exact same thing at the UAlbany.