Stephen A. Smith has signed a new five-year, $100 million contract with ESPN. Known for his role on the morning debate show “First Take,” Smith will continue to appear on the program but will no longer be a figurehead of the NBA pregame show next season. He will also have the flexibility to scale back his appearances on other ESPN programs. Smith has gained wide-reaching influence and has been known to discuss a variety of topics, including politics, in addition to sports. He has even been rumored as a possible presidential candidate in 2028, though he has downplayed this possibility. With this new contract, Smith may have more opportunities to appear on shows outside of ESPN and engage in discussions beyond sports. While the details of his future role at ESPN are not confirmed, it seems that Smith will continue to be a prominent figure in the sports media landscape for the foreseeable future.
Note: The image is for illustrative purposes only and is not the original image associated with the presented article. Due to copyright reasons, we are unable to use the original images. However, you can still enjoy the accurate and up-to-date content and information provided.
