ESPN is losing more talent. NBA Draft guru Jonathan Givony announced Thursday on social media he was leaving the Worldwide Leader in sports after eight years with the company. Givony explained that he and the company did not see eye-to-eye on his value within ESPN. “My time at ESPN has come to an end. Thanks … Read more
ESPN anchor Elle Duncan caught some flak for a particularly crude comment during the network’s broadcast of the WNBA All-Star Game. It was during halftime when Duncan made her comment regarding the offensive output by both teams. “We hope it gets a little bit more competitive,” Duncan said after watching Napheesa Collier’s team put up 82 … Read more
Pat McAfee is making his amends. The ESPN host offered up an apology to Mary Kate Cornett during Wednesday’s episode of his titular show, five months after he brought up a rumored scandal involving the 18-year-old Ole Miss student. “As a lot of you know, on February 26 of this year, we were down at … Read more
The contract drama between Micah Parsons and the Cowboys had sports broadcaster Dan Patrick reminiscing about a “bad deal” he previously signed with ESPN. During Tuesday’s installment of “The Dan Patrick Show,” the host reacted to the ongoing negotiations between Dallas and the All-Pro pass rusher— and how team owner Jerry Jones called out his … Read more
Former ESPNer Bomani Jones said Shane Gillis’ opening monologue at the 2025 ESPYs is proof that the Worldwide Leader has tossed the rulebook out the window. During Monday’s installment of his podcast, “The Right Time,” Jones, who was a writer and on-air personality at ESPN from 2004-2023, explained that the network doesn’t care to talk … Read more
If only the Worldwide Leader spent as much time combing through Cowboys fan tweets as it did discussing America’s Team. ESPN committed a major blunder Tuesday during a “First Take” segment centered on the Cowboys, with the show airing what they believed to be social media footage of quarterback Dak Prescott throwing a pass to … Read more
Shane Gillis had at least one celebrity in stitches last week during his ESPYs monologue, which was delivered to a mixed reception from audience members. Addressing his experience as host of the ESPYs, Gillis revealed that Busta Rhymes laughed during the nearly 10-minute opening monologue that included jokes touching on everything from Caitlin Clark to … Read more
Richard Jefferson is finalizing an agreement with ESPN/ABC to return to his role as an NBA analyst on the top broadcasting team, according to The Athletic. With Jefferson, 45, set to return to a team that features Mike Breen, the third leg of the booth seems to be in flux. Questions remain about Doris Burke’s … Read more
Pat McAfee has opened up Pandora’s box at ESPN regarding what people can say on the air. Others at the network are losing their filters as well. Host Elle Duncan had a unique way of describing the lack of defense in the WNBA All-Star Game Saturday night on ABC. “We hope it gets a little … Read more
Shannon Sharpe and the woman who accused him of rape have settled their civil case, according to the plaintiff’s lawyer. Tony Buzbee made the announcement on Instagram, months after his client, identified as Jane Doe, made the disturbing bombshell allegations against the NFL Hall of Famer and ESPN contributor. Shannon Sharpe Getty Images “After protracted … Read more
When Barstool Sports brings its brand of sports talk to Fox Sports, it will “get to be Barstool,” Dan “Big Cat” Katz said during Thursday’s “Barstool Yak” on Thursday. Katz was discussing the new partnership between Fox Sports and Barstool that was announced this week, combining the two household names in sports around the network’s … Read more
Shane Gillis’ monologue at the ESPY Awards on Wednesday night has left plenty of people divided over the contents of the jokes, but the Disney-owned sports network isn’t concerned about the reaction that Gillis’ routine received, The Post has confirmed. During his roughly 10-minute opening, Gillis poked fun at just about everyone from popular sports … Read more
Michele Steele and ESPN are parting ways. Steele has been a frequent face for the network since 2011, but she announced Thursday that she is in her final two weeks with ESPN. “I’m turning the page,” Steele posted to her X. “After a 14-year journey at ESPN, spanning assignments in Bristol, Boston, and Chicago, this … Read more
Pat McAfee has a simple piece of advice for how Rory McIlroy should handle his latest rift with the media: “Tell them to kiss your ass.” “I’m going to say this to Rory: Rory, I love everything you’re doing,” McAfee said Wednesday on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show. “You walk up to the media and … Read more
Everyone’s got some nightmare travel stories, and for Chris Russo, he aired out his most recent disaster for more than 10 minutes straight during his “What Are You Mad About?” segment of ESPN’s “First Take” on Wednesday. The man known as “Mad Dog” took a recent vacation to Europe, which included a few fiascos, including … Read more
Simone Biles winked at some controversy at the ESPY Awards. Weeks after a high-profile gender-based feud with Riley Gaines, the gymnast took home the award for Best Championship Performance for her 2024 Olympics all-around gold medal on Wednesday night — and her speech caused a stir. “That was very unexpected, especially in a category of … Read more
Former ESPN host Trey Wingo is not particularly pleased with the present-day programming on the network. Responding to a complaint that “you used to be able to turn on ESPN and not see Stephen A. Smith or Pat McAfee,” the former “NFL Primetime” host agreed that the Worldwide Leader’s direction isn’t one he’s on board … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. The best of the best of the past year in sports will be celebrated tonight during the 2025 ESPY Awards. “Tire” star and stand-up comedian Shane Gillis will emcee the annual awards ceremony honoring … Read more
Sam Ponder ties her shocking ESPN exit last year to her views on transgender athletes and an infrequent work schedule, and believes some of the reasoning for it is “legit crazy.” Ponder, who spent 14 years with the Worldwide Leader before being let go last August, provided her first deep dive on her dismissal on … Read more
Pat McAfee reads the comments. The polarizing ESPNer scrolled through X to see what fans thought of his involvement in MLB’s Home Run Derby on Monday, and some responses made it seem like fans wanted to change the channel due to his appearance. McAfee screen-shotted three tweets about his involvement, alongside a GIF of comedian … Read more