One of ESPN's loudest loudmouths is leaving the network and now everyone can rejoice ·

06 Jan 2025, 00:00

UPDATE: Bayless is reportedly leaving for Fox Sports, per Deadspin

ESPN's "First Take" program is losing one half of its loud mouth duo in Skip Bayless according to a release from ESPN. Bayless had been on the program since 2004 when it was known as "Cold Pizza" and was there for the transition to its current First Take format.

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It seems that the top brass at ESPN already have some options to consider to fill the now-vacant spot.

I'm told First Take will continue and they already have some finalists for the Bayless position.

— Richard Deitsch (@richarddeitsch) April 26, 2016

His final appearance on First Take will be the day after the NBA Finals conclude. Until then, enjoy the video where Skip calls Kobe Bryant fat and Stephen A loses his mind.

One of ESPN's loudest loudmouths is leaving the network and now everyone can rejoice

UPDATE: Bayless is reportedly leaving for Fox Sports, per Deadspin ESPN's First Take program is losing one half of its loud mouth duo in Skip Bayless according to a release from ESPN. Bayless had been on the program since 2004 when it was known as Cold Pizza and was there for the transition to its

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