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ESPN might finally have a plan to replace ‘Around the Horn’

It has been more than five months since ESPN took “Around the Horn” off the air, and the network may finally have a long-term plan for the time slot that was occupied by the long-running show. That plan involves Scott Van Pelt. Andrew …

Scott Van Pelt and Steve Coughlin on the Bad Beats set

Scott Van Pelt had the best gas station ‘Bad Beats’ segment

A recent FCS game between Lamar University and East Texas A&M featured one of the worst gambling beats of all time, but it led to what could be the best “Bad Beats” segment Scott Van Pelt has ever produced. Van Pelt and co-host Steve …

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Scott Van Pelt hits back at claims that ESPN is ruining NFL RedZone

After NFL RedZone announced some unwelcome news on Wednesday, many fans pointed the finger at ESPN for being behind the decision, even though it is not the case. RedZone host Scott Hanson confirmed Wednesday that the popular channel will include …

Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton talking to Scott Van Pelt

Fans all said the same thing about Tyrese Haliburton’s exchange with Scott Van Pelt after Game 1

A simple exchange between Tyrese Haliburton and late-night ESPN host Scott Van Pelt has gone viral on social media. The Indiana Pacers star appeared on SportCenter with Van Pelt after leading his team to a thrilling 111-110 comeback win in Game 1 of …

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Scott Van Pelt has harsh words for Kevin Willard

ESPN host Scott Van Pelt did not hold back regarding Kevin Willard’s decision to leave Maryland for Villanova. Van Pelt, a Maryland alumnus and avowed fan of the school’s athletic programs, blasted Willard for the way the coach went about …

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Everyone said the same thing about Scott Van Pelt during ESPN halftime show

Everyone was saying the same thing about Scott Van Pelt after watching him on TV during ESPN’s halftime show for the Houston Texans-Kansas City Chiefs Divisional Round playoff game on Saturday. The AFC playoff game was being played at Arrowhead …

Scott Van Pelt interviews Steph Curry

Scott Van Pelt had no mercy for Steph Curry

Stephen Curry has remained loyal to the Carolina Panthers through all of the team’s recent struggles, and Scott Van Pelt knows that can’t be easy. Curry joined Van Pelt for a brief halftime interview during ESPN’s coverage of the …

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Scott Van Pelt takes sly shot at Colin Cowherd

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt took a sly shot at FS1's Colin Cowherd during Thursday night's edition of SportsCenter.

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Scott Van Pelt out for Monday Night Countdown in Week 5

Those who were expecting to see Scott Van Pelt hosting ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown” program ahead of the Week 5 game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Green Bay Packers were left surprised. Van Pelt did not travel to Las Vegas to …

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ESPN announces big new role for Scott Van Pelt

Scott Van Pelt officially has a new role at ESPN. ESPN has officially announced its new cast for “Monday Night Countdown,” and Van Pelt is the host. SVP will host the popular “Monday Night Football” pregame show alongside …

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Scott Van Pelt reportedly getting major new gig at ESPN

ESPN has settled on a familiar face to replace Suzy Kolber as host of “Monday Night Countdown.” Scott Van Pelt will take over as the host of “Monday Night Countdown,” according to Richard Deitsch of The Athletic. The choice …

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Scott Van Pelt shares ominous comments about his ‘SportsCenter’ future

Scott Van Pelt is one of the most recognizable on-air talents remaining at ESPN, but his lengthy run with one particular show may soon come to an end. Van Pelt discussed his future at ESPN during a recent appearance on Jimmy Traina’s “SI …

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ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt has COVID-19, shares his symptoms

Scott Van Pelt announced on Thursday that he will not be hosting his usual “SportsCenter” program due to a positive COVID-19 test. The ESPN host got tested after saying he lost his sense of taste and smell. The test came back positive, …

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Justin Thomas has funny ‘I love you’ slip with Scott Van Pelt

Justin Thomas expected a lot to be different about the Masters this year with no fans allowed to attend, but he probably never envisioned it would be a week in which he professed his love for Scott Van Pelt. Thomas was interviewed by Van Pelt for …

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Scott Van Pelt fires back after Bill Simmons takes more shots at him

Bill Simmons has made a hobby out of ripping on ESPN since he left the network back in 2015, and Scott Van Pelt is one on-air personality that he seems to take aim at quite often. On Saturday night, Van Pelt appeared to have had enough. The Seattle …

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Oops! Scott Van Pelt misspeaks when saying ‘Kansas City’

Scott Van Pelt had a highlight on Thursday that he’d like to have back. The ESPN host was doing highlights of the NFL’s season-opening game between the Chiefs and Patriots when he misspoke while saying Kansas City, using a dirty word that …

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