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News: ESPN “Sunday NFL Countdown” host Sam Ponder has agreed to a new three-year contract for a total of $3 million and change, Sports+ has learned. Her primary role, quarterbacking Countdown, will remain the same. She will add some responsibilities, such as being involved in NFL Draft coverage. ESPN declined comment.

Retaining wall: In this epic NFL TV free agent offseason that has seen unprecedented movement in the top booths, ESPN executives have wanted to keep the Countdown lineup in place. Ponder, Randy Moss, Steve Young and Matt Hasselbeck all had expiring contracts. It also has Dan Orlovsky of “NFL Live” due for a new deal.

Tricky talks: The negotiations, as is often the nature of the process, were not totally smooth. At one point, Ponder’s return was in question, according to sources. In the end, the two sides found common ground.