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Stephen A. Smith Scores $100M Deal, Eyes 2028 Presidency

3/7/2025

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Stephen A. Smith has secured a staggering five-year, $100 million deal with ESPN, boosting his annual salary from $12 million to $20 million. While he will maintain his role on "First Take," he plans to scale back on other shows, freeing up time for his political insights. Smith has even teased the possibility of running for president in 2028, though he expresses some doubt about it.

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Stephen A. Smith has secured a staggering five-year, $100 million deal with ESPN, boosting his annual salary from $12 million to $20 million. While he will maintain his role on "First Take," he plans to scale back on other shows, freeing up time for his political insights. Smith has even teased the possibility of running for president in 2028, though he expresses some doubt about it.