Have you gotten tired of hearing Skip Baylessmake ridiculous arguments on ESPN First Take? Well, today is your lucky day!
ESPN just released a statement indicating that Bayless will be leaving the network when his current contract expires this summer. Additionally, he will be making his final appearance on First Take on the day after the 2016 NBA Finals. Here’s the full statement:
Skip Bayless has decided to leave ESPN when his contract expires at the end of August.
There hasn’t been any official word yet on where Bayless will go when he leaves ESPN, but it sounds like he will likely land at Fox Sports 1. Sports Illustrated reporter Richard Deitsch is reporting that, despite Bayless’ departure, First Take will continue on:
We’ll be sure to let you know if any other details emerge.
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