Stephen A. Smith has signed a new five-year, $100 million contract with ESPN, where he serves as one of the network’s most prominent on-air personalities. Known for his work on the morning debate show “First Take,” Smith will be able to scale back on his appearances on the NBA pregame show and other ESPN programming in the future. This could potentially open the door for Smith to appear on other non-ESPN shows and discuss a wider range of topics beyond sports, including politics. Despite rumors that he could run for president in 2028, Smith has downplayed this suggestion on a recent appearance on “The Tonight Show.” While ESPN has not confirmed any changes to his role, Smith’s new contract solidifies his position as a key figure in sports media for the foreseeable future.
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