Max Kellerman, who once partnered up with Stephen A. Smith on ESPN’s ‘First Take’, left a void with fans after his departure. However, recently, whispers of a possible comeback have surfaced! But the most unexpected twist came from former NBA player Jeff Teague. Amidst the controversy and speculation revolving around Kellerman’s comeback, Teague had nothing but support for Kellerman. Keep reading to find out about the ex-Atlanta Hawks star’s thoughts.

Just days before Skip Bayless abruptly ended his 8-year tenure with Fox Sports 1, speculation is mounting that Max Kellerman might step in to fill his shoes. Jeff Teague expressed his opinion about Kellerman and shared some heartfelt words about the former ESPN analyst. “I think Max was phenomenal with boxing, Elite at the boxing sh*t,” Teague said, highlighting Kellerman’s unparalleled expertise in the sport. This endorsement comes at a crucial time, as Kellerman’s boxing show was recently canceled, a decision that stunned many fans who valued his deep knowledge and passion for the sport.

Max Kellerman was removed from ESPN’s ‘First Take’ as a decision driven by Stephen A. Smith’s desire to revamp the show’s format. He was later moved to ESPN’s Radio morning program with Keyshawn Johnson and Jay Williams, which was short-lived. Now, with FS1 looking for a replacement analyst, rumors of Kellerman joining FS1 have been gaining traction.

Following the end of his boxing show ‘Max on Boxing’, Kellerman’s intake would prove to be beneficial for FS1. Known for their aggressive pursuit of top sports talent, Kellerman seems to be a natural fit and strategic move for the network to attract a loyal fanbase eager for the 50-year-old’s insightful takes and dynamic presence.

Where is Max Kellerman Now?

Max Kellerman has remained out of the public eye since his departure from ESPN in June 2023. Despite his disappearance from the sports media, he has tweeted on X, a platform where he has over 700,000 followers, just once since his departure, commenting on Terence Crawford’s ninth-round knockout compared to Errol Spence Jr. His Instagram, with 236,000 followers, has likewise been silent since May 2023. Stephen A. Smith, on the other hand, has been public about the breakup, citing their professional disagreements on ‘The Joe Budden Podcast’. Smith openly confessed he didn’t enjoy working with Kellerman.

Before his ESPN departure, Kellerman had a successful career. He was popular with ‘Around the Horn’ before he moved into ESPN’s radio network and returned to his boxing roots at HBO. Kellerman also moved into political commentary and co-hosted ESPN Radio’s morning show with Keyshawn Johnson and Jay Williams. His coworkers, notably Jay Williams, have praised him for his intelligence and positive influence.

As speculation about Max Kellerman’s return to sports media intensifies, Jeff Teague’s passionate support adds leverage to his possible move to FS1. With FS1 aiming to replace the void left by Skip Bayless, Kellerman’s knowledge and charismatic presence make him a great option. Stay back for further updates on this unfolding story, and share your thoughts on who you believe should replace Bayless’s shoes at FS1?

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