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Liam Llewellyn

Stephen A. Smith responds to ESPN lay-offs with cryptic "next" admission

Broadcasting giant Stephen A. Smith issued a cryptic tweet about his future following the recent layoffs by ESPN.

At the end of June, the mega sports broadcaster laid off over 20 on-air talents, including Max Kellerman and Keyshawn Johnson, who were part of the Keyshawn, JWill, and Max show with Jay Williams. Despite Pat McAfee signed a bumper five-year deal in May, Disney chief executive officer Bob Iger endeavoured to cut 7,000 jobs worldwide, saving $5.5billion (£4.8bn) in the process.

Following the disappointing news, Smith, one of the most recognisable faces in sports commentary, took to his YouTube program the Stephen A Smith Show , to suggest that nobody is safe, including him. “This ain’t the end. More is coming,” he said. “And yes, ladies and gentlemen, I could be next. Let me tell you all something.

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