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Shannon Sharpe didn’t mince words when weighing in on Brock Purdy’s massive contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers. Speaking about Purdy’s rise from Mr. Irrelevant to a $265 million man, Sharpe said, “He’s probably worth more because he saved Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch’s job.” Shannon Sharpe on Brock Purdy’s contract extension: “He’s probably […]

Mo’Nique tried to warn Shannon Sharpe, and now the comedian is having the last laugh. During a recent standup at the May 3 stop on Katt Williams’ Heaven On Earth comedy tour, Mo’Nique addressed Sharpe’s $50 million lawsuit from Jane Doe, who is accusing the retired athlete of sexual assault and sexual battery. Mo’Nique mocked […]

Tony Buzbee, the attorney representing the woman accusing Shannon Sharpe of rape, confirmed that a sex video tied to the case will not be made public, per TMZ. Calling it “key evidence,” Buzbee emphasized that neither he nor his client has any intention of releasing it to the media. The decision comes amid growing attention […]

We knew it wouldn’t be long before the news of Shannon Sharpe’s temporary dismissal from ESPN would come across Stephen A. Smith’s desk. Sharpe, who has been accused of sexual assault and battery, decided last week that he would take a temporary leave from ESPN following the lawsuit. “When the news came down that he […]

Before Shannon Sharpe decided to step away from his ESPN duties, the network was reportedly ready to remove him from his gig on First Take, according to Deadline. The sports program is mainly hosted by Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim, and other sports analysts. ESPN responded to Sharpe’s statement on his stepping down, “This is […]

Despite making headlines this week for rape and sexual assault, Shannon Sharpe still showed up to the NFL Draft. Sharpe recorded an episode of his Nightcap podcast with fellow retired NFL legend Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson. While many of the broadcaster’s colleagues and fans have commented on the assault and battery charges, Johnson has not made […]

Shannon Sharpe is facing fresh controversy after a previously unknown 2023 lawsuit from ex-girlfriend Michele Bundy Evans came to light. Evans, who says she dated the NFL Hall of Famer for nearly a decade, claims their relationship ended in trauma—alleging that Sharpe raped and threatened her in 2010, per TheSun. She filed for a restraining […]

Mariah Rose, daughter of NBA legend Jalen Rose, is giving a perspective from a young woman’s point of view on Shannon Sharpe’s rape allegations. Mariah, who is the host of Hoops for Hotties, responded to Sharpe’s $50 million rape lawsuit on her Instagram account. “Whether or not Shannon Sharpe is found guilty in the court […]

Amid his $50 million legal battle over sexual assault and battery, an exclusive report by Front Office Sports reveals that Sharpe had been accused of choking a female colleague while he was employed at Fox Sports. The report reveals that during Sharpe’s time as co-host of FS1’s Undisputed alongside Skip Bayless, he was accused of […]

Shannon Sharpe is temporarily stepping away from ESPN, per a statement on his social media accounts. This comes as he has been hit with a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit, per a report by TMZ Sports on Monday morning. On Thursday afternoon, Sharpe announced that he would be temporarily stepping away from his duties at […]

Cam’ron has entered the chat, and he’s making no secret about where he stands. During a recent episode of It Is What It Is, the Harlem rapper voiced his support for Shannon Sharpe amid the disturbing allegations of rape and abuse brought against the NFL Hall of Famer. Cam’ron didn’t mince words, calling the lawsuit […]

Cam’ron is chiming in on Shannon Sharpe’s rape allegations. Sharpe is being accused by Jane Doe of sexually assaulting her at the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025 as well as other allegations.  Sharpe allegedly met Doe in 2023 and had a “rocky consensual relationship” for nearly two years. “After many months of […]

The future for Shannon Sharpe with ESPN is up in the air, according to Stephen A. Smith. On his eponymous show, Smith shared that deliberations between ESPN and their parent company, Disney, are ongoing about Sharpe amid his rape allegations. While Smith admitted that he is “not the boss,” he has given a little insight […]

The current lawsuit Shannon Sharpe is going through has been a whirlwind, and a day after his accuser — who goes by Jane Doe — and her lawyer dropped audio of one of the former NFL tight end’s alleged assaults, more allegations have been shared through audio. TMZ reported the audio. In the clips, Sharpe […]

Stephen A. Smith is “rooting” for Shannon Sharpe amid his $50 million rape lawsuit. “Shannon Sharpe is somebody I work with a couple of days a week,” Smith said about Sharpe on his eponymous podcast on April 22. “Shannon Sharpe is somebody I brought to ESPN … We’ve grown close as friends … I certainly […]

Shannon Sharpe has responded to a sexual assault lawsuit filed against him in Nevada on Sunday by releasing a video statement on his social media. Sharpe shared a video on his social media accounts Tuesday afternoon addressing the lawsuit. This followed the release of a recording sent to TMZ Sports in which Sharpe is allegedly […]

In the wake of the accusations and lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe, his accuser, going by the pseudonym Jane Doe, has leaked audio of the alleged assault. Doe’s attorney, Tony Buzbee, revealed the audio to TMZ Sports. The context is unclear, but the accuser asks Sharpe not to “manipulate” her. They are having a dispute, and […]

When Paul Heyman turned on Roman Reigns and CM Punk to side with his new “Guy” Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 41, it turned heads around the sports world. What would Heyman do now that he’s linked up with a heel who actually shows up on television each week, with his own lengthy history and a […]

When Shannon Sharpe declared the Los Angeles Lakers series win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Stephen A Smith was the least bit surprised. However, after the Timberwolves’ destruction of the Lakers on Saturday, Smith was eagerly waiting for a chance to give his response. On First Take, the show’s host had a funny clap back to […]

Pro Hall of Famer and ESPN First Take star Shannon Sharpe has been hit with a $50 million sexual assault lawsuit, per a report by TMZ Sports on Monday morning. The 13-page lawsuit was filed by a “Jane Doe” in Nevada, alleging Sharpe had committed assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, and that he […]

With the NBA season winding down, now is the time when experts and casuals alike are putting in their predictions for what will unfold during the upcoming NBA playoffs. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have been red hot as of late, including picking up a dominant road win over the Oklahoma City Thunder […]

Recency bias might’ve taken over Shannon Sharpe’s line of thinking. After the Los Angeles Lakers whooped the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, the former All-Pro tight end predicted who would win a playoff match between the two. “Tiebreakers, code breakers, windbreakers. Lakers in 5,” Sharpe said. Sharpe’s comments aren’t surprising, as he has supported the […]

After picking the Los Angeles Lakers to emerge from the Western Conference, ESPN’s Shannon Sharpe doubled down on his take in light of the Lakers’ blowout win against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Sharpe also took a shot at the Thunder’s lockdown defender, Lu Dort. The Lakers defeated the Thunder 126-99 on Sunday and sent a […]

As the feud between Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith has been a viral talking point, the sports world has given a myriad of opinions. With the Lakers star James going on The Pat McAfee Show to comment on the issue, Smith’s counterpart on “First Take” Shannon Sharpe would give his advice […]

On Monday evening, the Oklahoma City Thunder suffered a rare loss, dropping a home game to the Denver Nuggets in what was a rematch of Oklahoma City’s blowout win over Denver the day before. The tandem of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray was elite in this one, combining for nearly 70 points in the victory, […]

After the Boston Celtics beat the Los Angeles Lakers 111-101 on Saturday, ending their eight-game win streak, ESPN’s Shannon Sharpe doubled down on his playoff take. Lakers All-Star LeBron James suffered a groin injury in the loss, but that hasn’t discouraged Sharpe from picking Los Angeles to win the Western Conference. Sharpe told his co-host […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday night, it marks their sixth straight win as the duo of LeBron James and Luka Doncic continue to shine. With the Lakers now second in the Western Conference standings, sports analyst Shannon Sharpe gives a bold stance regarding their playoff hopes. As Sharpe […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night, people have been talking about the expectations for both LeBron James and his new star teammate Luka Doncic. While there is no doubt the Lakers need James to lead them to the promised land once again, sports analyst Shannon Sharpe makes his case […]

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is unquestionably a candidate to become the next face of the NBA. In fact, even Anthony Edwards recently said that Wembanyama could earn the title. During a recent ESPN First Take segment, however, Stephen A. Smith said that he doesn’t believe that “an international player can be the face […]

As LeBron James said he wasn’t playing in the All-Star Game, fury sparked from everywhere, including Shannon Sharpe. He’s supported the Lakers forward throughout his career. However, this was an incident that Sharpe couldn’t let go of. On the Night Cap Podcast, he aired his frustrations about James’ decision to not play. “Sit out now, […]

Thursday night at the NFL Honors Sterling Sharpe, former star wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers, was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the Senior category. The long-anticipated honor was historic as he and his younger brother, Shannon Sharpe are the first pair of brothers to both be enshrined in the […]

Jerry Jones got blasted for hiring Brian Schottenheimer but still gave himself credit for the move. But the Dallas Cowboys owner faked interest in Deion Sanders, according to claims by ESPN’s Shannon Sharpe on First Take. “Do you remember how they were saying, oh Jerry he really likes Coach Prime,” Sharpe said. “And Stephen (Jones) […]

Shannon Sharpe’s net worth in 2025 is $14 million. Sharpe was a tight end in the NFL for 14 years. He is a member of the NFL 1990s All-Decade Team and a Pro Football Hall of Famer. Here is a look at Shannon Sharpe’s net worth in 2025. What is Shannon Sharpe’s net worth in […]

As New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson was suspended for one game, there have been people within the basketball world who are criticizing the forward for his behavior off the court. While Stephan A. Smith spoke about Williamson, his co-star on “First Take” Shannon Sharpe gave his thoughts on the career of the Pelicans star […]

It is safe to say that Shannon Sharpe is not a fan of Miami obtaining former Georgia quarterback Carson Beck from the college football transfer portal. While the announcement sent shockwaves through the college football world on Friday, Sharpe believes the NIL deal Miami made with Beck will prove to be a mistake by the […]

Skip Bayless, the polarizing sports commentator known for his fiery takes, faces a storm of controversy following a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against him and others by former Fox Sports hairstylist Noushin Faraji, AthlonSports reports. The lawsuit, which also names FS1 host Joy Taylor and Fox Sports executive Charlie Dixon, alleges wrongful termination, sexual battery, […]

The Atlanta Falcons were primed for a rebirth after signing Kirk Cousins in free agency, while the Tampa Bay Buccaneers jumped out as a strong regression candidate. But speculation ceases to matter when the games are played, and despite losing twice to the former, the Bucs snared their fourth straight NFC South title and fifth […]

While the Miami Dolphins pine away about missing the playoffs thanks in part to a loss to the Jets, Tyreek Hill decided his time in South Beach needs to end. However, Shannon Sharpe barked that Hill’s “I’m out” comments compared to former NFL wild child Antonio Brown. Sharpe made his comments on First Take, according […]

There appears to have been a resolve involving the beef of Shannon Sharpe and Kirk Herbstreit started by a discussion surrounding the Ohio State football team. With the Ohio State football team facing the Oregon Ducks in the second round of the College Football Playoff (CFP), Sharpe would provide an update on the apparent misunderstanding […]