Shannon Sharpe and Kirk Herbstreit Clash Over Ryan Day Criticism
ESPN colleagues exchange heated remarks after Herbstreit defends Ohio State coach Ryan Day against 'First Take' scrutiny.
- Kirk Herbstreit criticized 'First Take' for suggesting Ohio State coach Ryan Day should be fired following four consecutive losses to Michigan.
- Stephen A. Smith clarified his stance, stating it was his opinion, not the show's, that Day's job should depend on winning a national championship.
- Shannon Sharpe issued a stern warning to Herbstreit, urging him not to call out 'First Take' or its contributors again.
- Herbstreit defended Day, citing his leadership in Ohio State's dominant win over Tennessee in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.
- The escalating tension highlights internal conflicts at ESPN, as analysts debate the future of Ohio State's head coach ahead of their semifinal matchup against Oregon.