Breaking news from the The Athletic, ESPN has fired Robert Griffin III also known as RG3 with two years left on his contract.
No word on what caused the firing.
Here are some details about RG3’s time at ESPN.
After retiring from professional football, Robert Griffin III (RG3) transitioned into a broadcasting career with ESPN. Here’s more about his role and contributions at the network:
Role at ESPN:
- Position: Football Analyst
- Joined: Griffin joined ESPN in August 2021.
- Contributions:
- College Football: He serves as an analyst for college football, providing commentary, insights, and analysis during ESPN’s coverage of college football games.
- NFL Coverage: Griffin also contributes to ESPN’s NFL coverage, appearing on shows like NFL Live and Get Up, where he offers expert opinions and analysis based on his experience as a former NFL quarterback.
Style and Reception:
- Griffin has been praised for his insightful analysis and ability to break down complex plays, making them accessible to a wide audience. His charismatic and energetic personality has made him a popular figure on the network.
RG3’s transition to broadcasting has been successful, allowing him to continue influencing the football world even after his playing days.
That is why it comes as a surprised that he has been fired.
RG3 has been very active on social media, but nothing he has posted was remotely controversial in nature to the point it should have caused him to be fired.
Here is what the Athletic says led to his downfall.
ESPN is entering the end of its fiscal year, where it typically makes these types of decisions. Griffin’s stock had fallen, making him a prime candidate to be let go. While his seven-figure-per-year salary will be honored, his role had diminished to a point where ESPN decided to not keep him on. He was informed of ESPN’s move on Thursday morning, a source briefed on the decision confirmed.
Griffin is active on social media, chiming in on an array of issues, including when ESPN has had controversies.
Something still seems supicious.
