Overview
- ESPN president of content Burke Magnus confirmed Van Pelt as a leading candidate for the 5 p.m. ET hour between NFL Live and Pardon the Interruption.
- Magnus said the network explored reuniting Van Pelt with former radio partner Ryen Russillo, who instead launched a Barstool-backed venture.
- Reporting indicates Van Pelt would likely reduce nightly duties but still host select late-night SportsCenter editions after marquee events.
- Peter Schrager and Brian Windhorst remain under consideration as alternative options for the vacant hour.
- Magnus said ESPN is eyeing 2026 for a new show, with the current 5 p.m. SportsCenter outperforming Around the Horn’s ratings and any move necessitating a plan for the late-night vacancy.