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Update for March 9th: Stephen A. Smith says he has no conflict with ESPN talking head Pat McAfee.
„I have no objections. Pat McAfee is my teammate. Pat McAfee and I work together at ESPN.“ smith said. “There will be no expulsion.” first take Or any other show.he is very welcome first take I would welcome him to appear on his show in the future.
„I don't know how many times I have to say this, but instead of just relying on the statements and quotes I put out through ESPN, I think I'll try again. I want to say this: I support my teammates. I don't support anyone. People who do that are idiots. and it lifts all boats.”
ESPN Talking Heads Pat McAfee and Stephen A. Smith Sources say an explosive phone call recently over creative differences escalated to the point where the former Indianapolis Colts punter called the latter a „motherfucker.“ new york post Exclusive.
The discussion stems from a future project that Smith plans to do at ESPN, where he will executive produce the segment through his production company, the Post reported. After the altercation, Smith banned McAfee from appearing on his show. first take According to reports, in the future.
McAfee, who previously appeared on Tuesdays during football season to provide commentary, said he was unaware of the ban, the newspaper reported. Smith said that, according to the story, no such thing existed in the first place.
Both sides said the matter had been resolved, the Post reported.
Both McAfee and Smith have had success with their respective shows on ESPN, resulting in record box office revenue. 496,000 viewers first take Last year and 298 million views across all platforms pat mcafee show Since it was produced through ESPN.
„We are No. 1, and he has absolutely contributed to us staying No. 1. McAfee was asked to appear every Tuesday leading up to the Super Bowl, and every time he appeared on the broadcast. I did my best to do just that,” Smith said in an email to the Post. “If McAfee wants to participate, first take He will play next season first take. I love winners and McAfee proved he can win so I can win too. I can't tell you how many times I have to tell people that he paved the way for a new era for so many of us. I'm grateful to have him as part of my team and the ESPN family. And I look forward to working with him for many years to come. I really hope I never have to repeat this ridiculous story again. ”