ESPN's Elle Duncan Faces Backlash for Mocking Daniel Jones' Farewell Speech

The SportsCenter host defends her criticism of the former Giants quarterback despite calls for her dismissal and widespread fan outrage.

Elle Duncan mocked Daniel Jones' farewell speech during a segment on ESPN, criticizing him for reading prepared remarks and referencing his $108 million contract with limited success on the field.
The Giants' senior vice president of communications, Pat Hanlon, condemned Duncan's comments, calling them 'tone deaf' and criticizing ESPN's handling of the situation.
Former NFL quarterback Tommy Kramer publicly called for Duncan's removal from ESPN, reflecting broader disapproval from fans and members of the football community.
Duncan has refused to apologize, defending her remarks and highlighting the Giants' own treatment of Jones, including using him as a scout team safety earlier in his career.
Jones, released by the Giants on Friday, is now a free agent and can sign with a new team starting Tuesday after clearing waivers on Monday.