Overview
- ESPN president of content Burke Magnus confirmed discussions to shift Scott Van Pelt from late-night SportsCenter to the former Around the Horn slot, with Van Pelt widely reported as the leading candidate.
- Magnus disclosed ESPN tried to reunite Van Pelt with former radio partner Ryen Russillo for the hour, but Russillo chose a new Barstool Sports venture.
- Other reported contenders include NFL personality Peter Schrager and NBA reporter Brian Windhorst, whose new ESPN deal is believed to be signed though not formally announced.
- ESPN is holding the hour with a 5 p.m. SportsCenter that Magnus says is drawing a larger audience than Around the Horn did.
- If Van Pelt moves earlier, reporting indicates he would likely continue to host select late-night SportsCenter editions after marquee events.