In what has been a whirlwind 24 hours, ESPN has undergone significant restructuring, parting ways with notable personalities like Suzy Kolber, a 27-year veteran, as well as Jeff Van Gundy, Keyshawn Johnson, Max Kellerman, Todd McShay, Matt Hasselbeck, Jalen Rose, and Steve Young.
The reshuffling followed a massive deal with Pat McAfee, worth $85 million over five years. The move sparked an immense backlash as it prefaced significant layoffs as part of budget cuts. Disney CEO, Bob Iger, previously issued a warning in February that the company would cut about 7,000 jobs to save billions.
Should ESPN's partnership with Brown be real (confirmation is pending), it is likely to stir controversy. Brown's reputation is marred by a series of off-field incidents and legal issues, making him one of the most controversial athletes of his time.
Brown was last seen on the field for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2021, where he had returned on a one-year deal following a Super Bowl 55 championship victory with the team. His tenure ended dramatically when he stormed off during a game against the New York Jets in Week 17 after a dispute with head coach Bruce Arians. Since his release from the Bucs, Brown has remained absent from the NFL.
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2 JUILLET | 58 ANSWERS Headline: Unveiled: Antonio Brown Announces His New Collaboration with ESPN Is Antonio Brown suffering from CTE symptoms? | ||
Yes | 41 | 70.7 % |
No | 17 | 29.3 % |
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