Popular ESPN host Molly Qerim stunned fans on Monday with an emotional Instagram story announcing that she will leave the network after more than two decades. She expressed gratitude for the opportunities that shaped her journey from a young reporter to the trusted moderator of First Take, where she became one of the most recognizable faces in sports broadcasting. The news sent ripples across the industry, as many expected the 41-year-old to remain until the end of 2025, but her decision to step away sooner leaves ESPN facing the challenge of finding a successor who can match her presence and steady command on air.

The ‘First Take’ host’s contract with ESPN was about to expire at the end of this year, which made many assume that she’d still host her final few episodes before saying goodby

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