Pat McAfee is betting on control over cash. Even after raking in FanDuel checks big enough to make Wall Street take notice, the former NFL punter turned media star shocked the sports world by turning down a $120 million sponsorship deal, opting for a new home at ESPN. ESPN placed a bet that McAfee’s daily spectacle will be able to attract more viewers than traditional shows like SportsCenter during a time slot that is in dire need of viewers.

And as with any high-stakes move, someone has to make room. That shuffle left veteran ESPN personality Jordan Cornette unexpectedly out of a job. The shake-up coincided with McAfee’s arrival, leaving Cornette unsure of the next chapter. During the massive 2023 layoffs, which also included big names like Jeff Van Gundy, Suzy Kolber, and Jalen Rose, ES

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