“I don’t get to bring them from the outside in without the bosses’ okay. “I get to handpick who’s on First Take once they’re in-house for ESPN,” Smith said. Smith and co-host Molly Qerim are the only constants on the program at the moment on a day-to-day basis. When it was disseminated by the New York Post that Sharpe is leaving FS1, Smith recognized how big of a loss it would be for the network, but is content with the show’s current setup of having different panelists on the show throughout the week. The duo previously worked together at ESPN on First Take for four years and elevated the morning show to new heights, attaining record ratings in sports television. Smith implored those listening that he will not speak against Skip Bayless, despite having contrary points of view on most topics. He is a three-time Super Bowl champion he is a Hall of Famer he is one of the greatest tight ends in the history of the National Football League, and I personally think he’s done a hell of a job on television and with his podcast Club Shay Shay.” “I’ve gotten to know Shannon Sharpe a little bit over the last few years,” Smith said. Front Office Sports reported that Bayless will have the final say on who replaces Sharpe and sits opposite him each morning. Sharpe has been working with Skip Bayless on Undisputed since 2016, but reports of tension between the two co-hosts presumably led to his purported exit. The decision to publicly voice his support for Sharpe comes a day after incoming ESPN midday host Pat McAfee stated that he hopes Sharpe joins the network, as he feels he has a voice that can contribute to coverage. Not every day, but one of those days every week.” And if that included him wanting to come on First Take, the bosses at ESPN know that is something I would support. I don’t know what he’s after, but if Shannon Sharpe needs me, I’m happy to be here for him. Smith extended an open invitation to Sharpe to join him at ESPN. Smith Show, a digital podcast live streaming on YouTube, show host and executive producer Stephen A. Following a report of Shannon Sharpe leaving FOX Sports 1’s Undisputed at the conclusion of the NBA Finals, there may be a new landing spot for him in the future at ESPN on First Take.

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