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 New England Patriots Beat The Baltimore Ravens On Sunday?
It’s only week 3 of the NFL season, but it’s an important game for the New England Patriots on Sunday. A win over the Ravens would put them back on the map.
How Deep Will The New York Mets Go In The 2022 MLB Postseason?
If Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer can stay healthy the rest of the season, and that’s a big if, the Mets can win the World Series.
How Impressive Were The NY Giants In Their Week 2 Win On Sunday?
Head Coach Brian Daboll is already changing the culture with the Giants. In just two weeks you can see how Daboll is putting his mark on the team.
Can The New York Giants Win Vs The Carolina Panthers In Week 2?
I like the Giants to win again on Sunday, and start their season 2-0 under first year head coach Brian Daboll.
When Will Ian Anderson Be Back Pitching With The Atlanta Braves?
Ian Anderson’s season is most likely over after he suffered an oblique injury with the Triple-A Gwinnett team.
NY Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh Said What About The NY Media?
Saleh has 14 losses in his first 18 games as a head coach, and there is no end in sight. It’s year two, and there needs to be more improvement.
How Big Of A Year Will Saquon Barkley Have In 2022?
If running back Saquon Barkley is going to consistently perform like he did on Sunday vs the Titans, the Giants will win more than six games this season.
Can The NY Jets Fix Their Mistakes And Get Back To Winning Football?
It’s going to be a very long season for the New York Jets. Defensively they are much improved but the offense is awful.
Can UAlbany Win Vs New Hampshire Tomorrow Night At Casey Stadium?
It’s only the first CAA conference game of the season for the UAlbany football team on Saturday, but beating UNH could set the tone for the rest of the season.
Who Will Win The NL East The Atlanta Braves Or The New York Mets?
The Mets currently lead the NL East by only a half of a game over the Atlanta Braves with just under one month left in the regular season.
How Good Will The New York Giants Do In The 2022 NFL Season?
Can the Giants get off to a good start this season with a win at Tennessee to open the season? They have notoriously started out of the gate slowly.
How Great Was This 2022 Saratoga Horse Racing Season?
Attendance was once again over 1 million, and for the third time in the last four years a new all sources handle record was set at the Spa.