ESPN is going through a round of layoffs that’s affecting both some on-air names at the Worldwide Leader and shows, which is just awful news.
Reports earlier this year indicated Disney was looking to make a round of layoffs through the summer of 2023 and that ESPN would be part of those job cuts.
We’ve already seen a few of those names reported, some of whom won’t have their contracts renewed. There’s also one noteworthy radio show that will be affected.
Here’s a look at those reports thus far as more could be coming in the next few weeks and months:
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Neil Everett
The longtime SportsCenter anchor left amid the job cuts and bid farewell recently:
A worthy sendoff for Neil Everett on his final @SportsCenter. pic.twitter.com/nCnYkYJaNz
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 24, 2023
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Chris Chelios
Per Front Office Sports:
Chris Chelios won’t return next NHL season as an in-studio hockey analyst, two sources with knowledge of the matter told Front Office Sports. The Hall of Fame defenseman’s contract is not being renewed, said sources. His departure had nothing to do with his performance. But it was part of ESPN’s examination of talent contracts this month.
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Rob Ninkovich
The former Patriot’s contract won’t be renewed, according to Front Office Sports.
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"Keyshawn, JWill & Max"
The report from the New York Post’s Andrew Marchand:
ESPN is scrapping its national morning radio show featuring Keyshawn Johnson, Jay Williams and Max Kellerman, The Post has learned.
The move is part of the restructuring of the company, which will include significant on-air layoffs to come as early as next week, according to sources.
It doesn’t mean that Johnson, Williams or Kellerman will be let go, though Kellerman is in jeopardy.
He is a big-money guy who now is going to be out on radio and the time slot for his TV program,” This Just in,” will be taken over by “The Pat McAfee Show” this fall.
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Jeff Van Gundy
NEWS: ESPN has let go its top NBA game analyst Jeff Van Gundy, The Post has learned. https://t.co/GBlXcFf8WP
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) June 30, 2023
6
Jalen Rose
Jalen Rose has been let go by ESPN, @richarddeitsch confirms.
More layoffs are expected to be announced. pic.twitter.com/DSla8jZTiA
— The Athletic (@TheAthletic) June 30, 2023
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Max Kellerman
NEWS: ESPN has let go Max Kellerman and Keyshawn Johnson, The Post has learned.https://t.co/VkxbmHlrU6
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) June 30, 2023
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Keyshawn Johnson
See above for the report.
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Suxy Kolber
Today I join the many hard-working colleagues who have been laid off.
Heartbreaking-but 27 years at ESPN was a good run.
So grateful for a 38 yr career!
Longevity for a woman in this business is something I’m especially proud of.
Next step- a project that gives back. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/URitozP0LQ
— Suzy Kolber (@SuzyKolber) June 30, 2023
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Steve Young
BREAKING: Steve Young is being laid off by ESPN, a source told @byajperez.
The Hall of Fame QB was with the network for 22 years.https://t.co/gbbri0YTF1 pic.twitter.com/ELeGqdQpIM
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) June 30, 2023
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Todd McShay
NFL Draft expert Todd McShay has been let go by ESPN, The Post has learned.
Updated full story.https://t.co/CnOzvQbBKm
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) June 30, 2023
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Jason Fitz
NEWS: Radio host Jason Fitz has been let go by ESPN, The Post has learned.
Updated story: https://t.co/CnOzvQbBKm
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) June 30, 2023
13
Matt Hasselbeck
NEWS: NFL Countdown's Matt Hasselbeck has been let go by ESPN, The Post has learned.
Updated story: https://t.co/CnOzvQbBKm
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) June 30, 2023
14
Ashley Brewer
SportsCenter anchor Ashley Brewer is part of today’s layoffs at ESPN.
She joined the network in 2020.https://t.co/gbbri0YTF1 pic.twitter.com/qtfm0C5Qte
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) June 30, 2023
15
Joon Lee
My time at ESPN is over
Incredibly grateful for all the opportunities I received over the last four-plus years. I got to live out my literal childhood dream job, worked with some of the most talented people and made so many friends.
Really excited to see whatever comes next
— Joon Lee (@joonlee) June 30, 2023
16
LaPhonso Ellis
BREAKING: Men's college basketball analyst LaPhonso Ellis among the layoffs at ESPN, said sources. Respected "College GameDay" analyst follows Jeff Van Gundy and Jalen Rose out the door.https://t.co/vDklGFMrGV
— Michael McCarthy (@MMcCarthyREV) June 30, 2023
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David Pollack
NEWS: College GameDay's David Pollack has been let go by ESPN, The Post has learned. https://t.co/6DJxW6Ka6t
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) June 30, 2023
18
Nick Friedell
Sadly, you can add NBA Reporter @NickFriedell to the growing list of ESPN layoffs today, said sources. @FOS has confirmed the names of 15 out of 20 on-air talents let go Friday on the roughest day for ESPN talent in years.https://t.co/vDklGFMrGV
— Michael McCarthy (@MMcCarthyREV) June 30, 2023
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Andre Ward
SOG ✌🏽 pic.twitter.com/cEso7BwuZF
— Andre S.O.G. Ward (@andreward) July 2, 2023
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Doug Kezirian
BREAKING: Doug Kezirian, Andre Ward Are Out At ESPN – https://t.co/7LARF15fFc via @FOS
— Michael McCarthy (@MMcCarthyREV) July 2, 2023
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Gene Wojciechowski
June 30 was my last day at ESPN. I'm indebted to every editor, producer, director, crew member, researcher, and colleague during that 25 1/2-year run. Grateful to all those who let us parachute into their lives and trust us with their stories. No Plan B yet. For now, just thanks.
— Gene Wojciechowski (@genowoj) July 3, 2023
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Mark Jackson
NEWS: Mark Jackson is now out at ESPN, according to sources.https://t.co/8AhPLrR6U4
— Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) July 31, 2023
