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ESPN’s Pat McAfee problem is getting complicated by the minute. The recent fumble came when NFL star Aaron Rodgers wrongly pointed fingers at ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel in the Epstein playbook. Plot twist: Both Kimmel and McAfee don the Disney jersey.
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Now, in a Friday night showdown, McAfee lobbed a bombshell, accusing a seasoned ESPN executive of running a covert operation to sack him. This NFL-style drama is heating up faster than a Super Bowl rivalry, leaving fans on the edge of their seats and McAfee scrambling for a game-winning play.
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Pat McAfee accuses ESPN exec of foul play
In a bold play, Pat McAfee has lobbed a verbal bomb, targeting veteran ESPN executive Norby Williamson. In a social media post on the ‘X’ platform, NFL insider David Hookstead shared a video where McAfee, in all his finesse, accused Williamson of actively sabotaging his show.
*BOMBSHELL*
Pat McAfee accuses ESPN executives of purposely sabotaging his show and leaking false information to the media.
McAfee specifically names ESPN leader Norby Williamson as the person leading the sabotage efforts.
Horrible look for ESPN. pic.twitter.com/rGcOSNcHRW
— David Hookstead (@dhookstead) January 5, 2024
Captioned “Pat McAfee accuses ESPN executives of purposely sabotaging his show and leaking false information to the media,” the post set social media ablaze with speculation. McAfee hinted at a connection between Williamson and a reporter, suggesting that the ESPN exec may have passed along the info for a false narrative. “I believe Norby Williamson is the guy who is attempting to sabotage our program,” McAfee declared, leaving the fans on the edge of their seats. The plot thickened as McAfee, without revealing specific details, hinted at erroneous information being leaked.
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This isn’t the first time Williamson has been flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct. Over the years, murmurs from other ESPN talent have echoed through the locker room. Suggesting Williamson may have been leaking private details, including contract information.
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McAfee’s ratings fumble?
As per Williamson’s info, reports emerged criticizing Pat McAfee’s recent rating performance. However, the former Colts’ punter is standing tall in the face of adversity. And his ratings are backing him up too. In December, the show generated 886,000 average viewers per episode during the live airings across all platforms through the show’s innovative live simulcast options. The Pat McAfee Show brought in 1.7 million total reach per show during the month, an increase of 21% from the first four weeks. And saw its biggest episode to date on Dec. 26, bringing in 902,000 viewers across linear and YouTube.
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Amid this gridiron ratings battle, there’s no suspension on the horizon for McAfee. As ESPN keeps the penalty flag in the pocket for now. However, via an insider familiar with the matter. The league office confirms that they’re putting on the coach’s headset and closely examining McAfee’s comments.
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