After Losing Millionaire Buddies to Massive Layoff, ESPN’s Second-Highest Earner Stephen A. Smith Provides a Worrying Update: “I Could Be Next”

The media powerhouse, ESPN, recently went on an expulsion surge. Just on Friday, the Disney-owned company announced their layoffs in what they perceived to be a cost-cutting measure. ESPN’s latest expelling affected some of the most notable personalities. This means Max Kellerman, a former morning show host, won’t be airing on the network anymore. In addition, the likes of Jeff Van Gundy, Jalen Rose, and Keyshawn Johnson were also part of the purge. However, it seems ESPN’s dramatic layoff wave isn’t up just yet.

Despite releasing almost 20 on-air personalities, the arguable face of ESPN, Stephen A. Smith anticipates more. And he feels no one’s safe, including himself.

ESPN could be cutting Stephen A. Smith?

Before offloading the on-air personalities, Disney initiated a three-round layoff. At first, the purge dominantly focused on the off-screen workers. Many long-time employees had to bid adieu to the media network after giving decades of their time to them. In hopes of reducing such layoffs, ESPN decided to dig into their more public prominent pool. This became apparent when they released some of the most popular people in their ranks.

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Kellerman was once a host besides Smith, and even got his very own morning show – ‘Keyshawn, JWill & Max‘. Van Gundy might be one of the finest basketball analysts. Despite their reputations and history with ESPN, they couldn’t survive the wave of layoffs. But after cutting off so many of their priced personalities, is ESPN done?

According to Stephen A. Smith, the end is far from close.

The 55-year-old is one of the most celebrated media presences in the world. At one point, he was ESPN’s highest-paid employee. But with their round of layoffs, he believes even his seat could be in jeopardy.

“This ain’t the end. More is coming. And yes, ladies and gentlemen, I could be next,” said the First Take man.

The future of many remains uncertain at ESPN. Considering their recent releases, Smith can’t help but worry. Yes, First Take is one of the most recognized basketball shows, but the media giants have surprised many with their recent strategy.

ESPN has declined to comment on the ongoing situation. According to New York Post, their decisions will be based on efficiency rather than merit.

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Will Stephen A. Smith meet the criteria or is his time at ESPN coming to a close?