ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has signed a new five-year, $100 million contract with the network, confirming his status as one of the most influential on-air talents. While he will continue to appear on “First Take,” Smith will no longer serve as a figurehead for the NBA pregame show next season, and may scale back other appearances as well. This could potentially allow him to discuss topics outside of sports more frequently, as he has done in the past with politics. Despite being rumored as a possible presidential candidate in 2028, Smith has dismissed the idea, stating that he does not want to pursue a political career. Overall, the new contract solidifies Smith’s position as a key personality on ESPN and gives him the flexibility to continue expanding his scope beyond sports.
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