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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Why NBC Sports’ Nostalgia Broadcasts Are Roadmaps for Others To Replicate

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Verne Lundquist Deserved All The Praise and More During Final Broadcast

Verne Lundquist might be the last of a dying breed. And for all of the fantastic moments he's had behind the microphone, there was a missed opportunity for one final hurrah.

Verne Lundquist Says His 40th Masters on CBS Will Be His Last

The 83-year-old Lundquist stopped calling SEC games afer 2016 and had mentioned in recent years his 40th Masters might be his last.

The SEC and CBS Had a Great Run, But it Was Time to Say Goodbye

"CBS created a valuable brand by investing in something that was small, but distinct and marketing it each week as an can't miss event. That just wasn’t happening in the same way by 2023."

Verne Lundquist: 2024 Masters ‘Will Likely Be My Last’

"I don't mean to jump the gun here -- but in all likelihood, number 40 will likely be my last."

Verne Lundquist Originally Fought SEC on CBS Assignment

"I looked at Nancy and I said honey, pack your bags for Tuscaloosa."

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."