The 2023 NFL season will kick off completely different from others! It’s not only the teams that saw major changes this season but also the media landscape, which led to esteemed media personalities either abruptly being let go or changing lanes from one show to another. Among those at the forefront of these changes is Shannon Sharpe, who left the country’s one of the most popular talk shows “Undisputed,” where he co-hosted with Skip Bayless. While there hasn’t been an official explanation for his departure, a recent conversation with his new sparring partner speaks volumes about the situation.

Before Sharpe’s debut on “First Take,” where he joins forces with Stephen A. Smith, the dynamic duo engaged in a discussion on “Club Shay Shay,” the brainchild of the 3x Super Bowl champ. Their conversation touched on various topics, eventually leading to some pointed comments directed at Sharpe’s former partner.

Shannon Sharpe is now safe from disrespect?

The former NFL star’s podcast video was uploaded online just hours ago and has already garnered significant attention from fans, thanks to its candid discussions, ranging from personal experiences to future plans. During the conversation about Smith’s past collaboration with Skip, the sports analyst expressed his strong desire to create opportunities for others and commended Sharpe for his remarkable achievements.

While praising his new partner, Smith made it clear that he holds Sharpe in high regard, emphasizing, “No disrespect to anybody, not to bring up nothing,” followed by, “You’re never gonna hear me say, three Super Bowl championships, the Hall of Fame status don’t mean nothing.” This subtle reference hinted at the contrasting approach of Skip, who had often belittled Sharpe’s accomplishments.

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Smith then elaborated on his own analytical style, potentially providing a glimpse of what viewers can expect in their upcoming sparring sessions starting Monday.

Smith puts the audience first!

As the conversation delved deeper, Smith explained his unwavering commitment to prioritizing the audience, emphasizing that he doesn’t consider himself more of a football expert than the fans. He described himself as a reporter who analyzes stories and always places the fans’ perspective on the table, even though he possesses more experience in the sport than most.

Smith concluded his statement by expressing his desire for a diverse group, encompassing individuals from all races, to create greater opportunities, and allow the audience to see themselves represented.

Fans have already flooded the video with praise and anticipation for the Monday showdown ahead of the NFL season. While it will undoubtedly differ from “Undisputed,” it promises to be equally captivating and entertaining.

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