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New theory might explain why Molly Qerim left ESPN

Molly Qerim abruptly left ESPN last week after a decade as the host of “First Take,” and a new theory has emerged about why she decided to resign. Qerim was expected to part ways with ESPN when her contract expired at the end of 2025, but …

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Jeff Saturday cooks Drew Brees on ‘Get Up’

Drew Brees has landed a regular role with ESPN for the remainder of the 2025 NFL season, and the former New Orleans Saints quarterback is already taking friendly fire from his new co-workers. Brees is scheduled to appear on “First Take” …

Tom Brady at an NFL game

Tom Brady responds to ‘paranoid’ narrative about him

Tom Brady sparked a firestorm of debate when he was spotted working with Las Vegas Raiders coaches during the team’s Week 2 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, and the seven-time Super Bowl has now responded to the criticism. Many fans and …

Joy Taylor smiles

Could Joy Taylor replace Molly Qerim on ‘First Take’

ESPN needs a new host for “First Take” after Molly Qerim departed last week. The network has a plan to try out various personalities over the next few months to see what works best. But there is one person who is experienced and seems to …

Drew Brees in a suit

Drew Brees lands new job at ESPN

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is doubling down on his media career with a big new role. Brees is joining ESPN’s “First Take” for the remainder of the season. Brees will appear on “First Take” each …

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Michael Wilbon says good riddance to ‘divisive’ Bruce Pearl

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl announced on Monday that he is retiring, and longtime ESPN analyst Michael Wilbon was openly pleased about the news. Pearl, 65, is stepping down at Auburn and handing the program over to his son Steven. Wilbon and …

Sports reporter Janerika Owens

Reporter Janerika Owens stunned in white outfit in rain at Miami-Florida game

Sports reporter Janerika Owens turned heads Saturday by braving the rain in a bold white outfit. Owens was on hand at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Fl. Saturday to cover the rivalry game between the Florida Gators and Miami Hurricanes. As is typical in …

Tom Brady smiles

Tom Brady draws criticism for his ‘kick the dog’ remark

Tom Brady made a bizarre comment about kicking dogs on Sunday that did not sit well with some people. Brady was reacting to video of Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens slamming his helmet in frustration during Sunday’s loss to the …

Molly Qerim on the red carpet

Report: Molly Qerim has a multi-million dollar offer from ESPN rival

Molly Qerim may not be out of the national spotlight for long. Job offers have been “flooding in” for the former ESPN host Qerim ever since her abrupt departure from the network earlier this week, Steve Brenner of The US Sun reported over …

A blue and white ESPN logo

ESPN executive responds to the concerns about ‘Inside the NBA’

ESPN is trying its best to get fans of “Inside the NBA” to put down their pitchforks. Burke Magnus, ESPN’s president of content, spoke this week in an interview to Richard Deitsch of The Athletic. During the interview, Magnus …

Molly Qerim in a Knicks jersey

Molly Qerim hints at new upcoming job

Molly Qerim has left ESPN and has already hinted that she has something new lined up. Qerim, 41, has been the host of “First Take” on ESPN since 2015, but she resigned from the show this week. Her resignation came earlier than expected as …

Molly Qerim on the red carpet

ESPN’s plan for replacing Molly Qerim is revealed

ESPN may be turning to the “Jeopardy!” model in order to find a new host for “First Take.” In the wake of Molly Qerim’s departure from the network, ESPN is planning to try out a variety of people over the next 30 to 45 …

Stan Verrett smiles

Stan Verrett lands a notable new job after his ESPN exit

Stan Verrett is keeping busy following his exit from The Worldwide Leader. The former ESPN anchor Verrett has landed a new job with FanDuel Sports Network, Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports reported Thursday. Verrett will be serving in multiple …

Drew Brees in a suit

Drew Brees is making a surprise Week 3 broadcasting appearance

Drew Brees is still trying to relaunch his broadcasting career, and will be getting a fairly high-profile opportunity to do so in Week 3 of the NFL season. Brees will feature on FOX’s studio coverage during Week 3, according to Austin Karp of …

Stephen A. Smith on a set

Stephen A. Smith is taking on a new role at ESPN

Stephen A. Smith has made an effort to showcase his versatility in recent years, and that theme is continuing with the latest role he is taking on at ESPN. Smith told Renee Washington of Front Office Sports on Tuesday that he will make at least three …

Stephen A Smith reports from the sideline

Jason Whitlock thinks Stephen A. Smith will get Jimmy Kimmel’s job

Jimmy Kimmel had his show indefinitely pulled off of the air by ABC on Wednesday because of some remarks he made about the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, and one theory is that a familiar face from the sports world could take the late-night …

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