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ESPN cuts ties with Robert Griffin III, Sam Ponder: Sources.

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Last updated: 2024/08/16 at 4:47 AM
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ESPN shook things up recently by parting ways with “Sunday NFL Countdown” host Samantha Ponder and analyst Robert Griffin III, as reported by The Athletic. The decision was primarily financially motivated, coming as ESPN approaches the end of its fiscal year in September. Both Ponder and Griffin were high earners, each making over seven figures, and were informed of their termination on Thursday morning.

Griffin took to X to express his gratitude, thanking his supporters for their unwavering support throughout his career. Ponder, who was in the final year of a lucrative three-year contract, was primarily known for her role as the host of “Sunday NFL Countdown,” a prestigious position typically reserved for top-tier talent.

With their departures, potential replacements such as Laura Rutledge and Mike Greenberg are being considered by ESPN. Greenberg, a familiar face to many ESPN viewers, is reportedly the frontrunner for the role.

While these changes mark the latest in ESPN’s ongoing restructuring efforts, sources suggest that more adjustments may be on the horizon. However, the network aims to avoid the large-scale layoffs seen in previous years, opting for strategic moves instead.


Samantha Ponder attends SiriusXM at Super Bowl LVII in February 2023. (Photo: Cindy Ord / Getty Images for SiriusXM)

Griffin’s departure comes after a period of declining prominence within the network, ultimately leading to his exit. While ESPN remains tight-lipped about the situation, it is evident that changes were necessary to align with the network’s evolving priorities.

As Griffin’s journey with ESPN comes to an end, his future remains uncertain, with potential opportunities elsewhere. Meanwhile, Ponder’s legacy as a trailblazer in sports broadcasting continues to resonate despite her departure.

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