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Public Reactions Public Perception Robert Griffin III Stephen A. Smith Media Representation Nick Stevens Public Image Michael Irvin

Stephen A. Smith Brings Michael Irvin and Skip Bayless Back to ESPN’s First Take

The hires signal ESPN’s push to rely on familiar, high‑profile personalities to shore up First Take after a year of departures.

Stephen A. Smith Tells Charles Barkley to 'Do Better' in LeBron–Memphis Rift

Stephen A. Smith Says Transgender Women Should Not Compete in Women’s Sports

Stephen A. Smith Accuses LeBron James of Racial Double Standard Toward Journalists

ESPN NBA Commentary Lineup Disrupted by Arrests and Departures