"This is an extremely challenging process, involving individuals who have had tremendous impact on our company," ESPN continued. An ESPN insider told Fox News Digital that high-paid staffers were let go in order to save rank-and-file positions. (David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)Marchand also obtained an internal memo ESPN honchos sent to staffers. Suzy Kolber, a beloved longtime ESPN host, tweeted that she is also among those laid off. Despite the cost-cutting measures, ESPN signed host Pat McAfee to a five-year deal worth a reported $85 million earlier this year.

Source: Fox News July 01, 2023 19:49 UTC