‘Not Real Journalism,’ ‘It’s a Fixed Fight’ — Hall-of-Famer Cris Carter Reveals the Truth About Working on ESPN’s ‘First Take’ With Stephen A. Smith Cris Carter spent years competing against the NFL’s ...

One month after Molly Qerim resigned from her role on First Take, ESPN has chosen a replacement. According to a report from Front Office Sports, Shae Cornette will take over as the full-time host of ...

Former ESPN host Molly Qerim has broken her silence following her September 2025 exit from First Take. She publicly defended Dr. Kanayama, a physician she credits with restoring her health after a ...

The recent reunion between Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe hasn’t gone over well with some former athletes who worked alongside Bayless and appreciated Sharpe taking a stand against him during their ...

ESPN's "First Take" welcomes Shae Cornette as its new host, replacing Molly Qerim. A seasoned journalist with a background in broadcast journalism and kinesiology, Cornette has a notable career at the ...

First Take will look a little different this week. Don't fret, Stephen A. Smith will still be on the show, just with a supporting different cast than usual. SportsCenter anchors will be joining First ...

The morning show's July audience was up 26 percent vs. the same month in 2022. By Rick Porter Television Business Editor ESPN‘s First Take wrapped July with a double-digit ratings gain over the same ...

In June 2012, in the middle of the NBA Finals, Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless locked into another disagreement. This one sounded nothing like their battles on ESPN’s “First Take,” the controversial ...