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Why Pat McAfee’s Latest Comments Prove He Still Can’t Handle Criticism
"For the brash and outspoken façade that McAfee presents—believing in fun, sports, and football—there continue to be underlying signs of weakness"
ESPN Tabs Shae Cornette as New Host of ‘First Take’
"She previously worked with ESPN 1000, Fox 32, and ABC 7, and at ESPN she has been a regular SportsCenter anchor and studio host across both television and radio platforms"
The Paul Finebaum-ESPN Controversy Is a Reminder About Who You Represent
"Paul Finebaum’s removal from ESPN programming had nothing to do with politics. It was a reminder of something much simpler: words have consequences"
ESPN President of Content Burke Magnus Reveals Molly Qerim Was Leaving ‘First Take’ Even if She Stayed With Network
"That was something that we had already crossed that bridge, right? So it was, from our perspective, much more about what else could she be doing"
How Did Pat McAfee Become Irreplaceable for ESPN?
"McAfee serves as a blueprint for creators on how to succeed without compromising. He marches to his own beat and drives his own agenda, demonstrating the entrepreneurial spirit every network covets"
ESPN President Of Content Burke Magnus Wants Pat McAfee To Stay Past Current Contract
"I think his show is hitting on all cylinders. … He’s an incredible interviewer and conversationalist"
Burke Magnus Reveals Goals For ‘Inside the NBA’ on ESPN
"It will be as close to that as we can possibly get."
ESPN Will Hold Tryouts To Replace Molly Qerim on ‘First Take’
"We’re not locked into anything in particular. The one thing that was unexpected was the timing of all this"
Stephen A. Smith Reflects On Molly Qerim Exit From ‘First Take’
"We'll miss her and wish her every blessing on her future"
Molly Qerim Announces Upcoming Departure From ‘First Take’
"After much reflection, I’ve decided it’s time to close this incredible chapter and step away from First Take"