"We try our best to respect the game and showcase and display it in a fashion that might be a little bit more appetizing for a different group of people that are watching alongside the best play commentators on Earth."
“ESPN is proud to honor our veterans and their families for their incredible sacrifice and service to our country through our multi-platform storytelling.”
Aside from his regional work with the Boston Red Sox, Monaco has been utilized by ESPN on coverage of various events since he signed with the company in 2019.
One could infer that Jones is referencing former ESPN host Dan Le Batard, who has made it a habit to discuss his former employer on his popular podcast.
"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”