Retired NFL standout Roddy White suggests Ryan Clark's outspokenness may have played role in ESPN exit
Roddy White questions ESPN's decision as Steve Smith is expected to take an expanded role following Ryan Clark's departure from the network.
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ESPN’s latest round of layoffs last week included former NFL players-turned-TV analysts Ryan Clark and Cam Newton, as well as reporter Tom Pelissero, who had joined the company from NFL Network.
Clark’s exit drew particular attention after more than a decade with the network.
The moves come as ESPN prepares for one of its most significant NFL coverage seasons yet, a run that will culminate with the network’s first Super Bowl broadcast.
Front Office Sports reported that former All-Pro wide receiver Steve Smith is expected to have an expanded role on ESPN studio programming.
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