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Stephen A. Smith is now seeking $25 million annually from ESPN, according to John Ourand. ESPN has countered with an $18 million offer. The network and its president, Jimmy Pitaro, have proposed this amount to their star, which is a substantial sum for a television personality. However, it may still fall short of Smith’s expectations.
Stephen A. Smith now wants $25M annually from ESPN, per @Ourand_Puck
ESPN is offering $18M
“ESPN and Pitaro have put an $18 million-per-year offer in front of their generational star.