That's what Stephen A. Smith claims.

ESPN president of content Burke Magnus told The Athletic on Thursday that the company will take 30 to 45 days to try out a variety of people for the “First Take” hosting role that had been filled by ...

Smith could have another major project on his ESPN plate soon if he gets his way. The Big Lead ESPN Reportedly Looking to Hire “Anti-White” Personality Amid Backlash Over Ryan Clark’s Firing The ...

Former ESPN host Molly Qerim has broken her silence following her September 2025 exit from First Take. She publicly defended Dr. Kanayama, a physician she credits with restoring her health after a ...

View post: C.J. Stroud’s Contract Extension Talks Face a Hard Deadline From Nick Caserio A different kind of drama is said to be brewing behind closed doors on ESPN’s “First Take.” The show’s ...

Veteran sportscaster Molly Qerim has confirmed reports that she will leave “ESPN First Take” at the end of 2025. Qerim noted on Instagram that she didn’t want her departure to be leaked by a ...

First Take will look a little different this week. Don't fret, Stephen A. Smith will still be on the show, just with a supporting different cast than usual. SportsCenter anchors will be joining First ...

First Take Resumes with a dive into Alabama Football. Is Alabama still a national championship or bust school? How much longer of a leash will they give Kalen DeBoer? Then the crew moves to UNC.