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Disney CEO Bob Iger explains why people may be overreacting to the recent layoff’s within ESPN.
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Longtime NFL reporter and commentator John Clayton confirmed Wednesday that he was among the dozens of recent layoffs at ESPN.
Clayton had worked at ESPN since August 1995, serving as a senior NFL writer for the network’s website and appearing across ESPN’s many platforms to talk pro football. Until Wednesday, he hadn’t tweeted since April 25, around the same time the network began its cutbacks.
He remains host of a daily radio show on KIRO-AM in Seattle, an ESPN affiliate that is not owned by Disney.
I am well taken care of by ESPN. I have daily show on 710 ESPN Seattle 10 to 12 pacific. I fill in on Sirius on moving the chains.
— John Clayton (@ClaytonESPN) May 31, 2017
I can honestly say that my relationship with ESPN was the second best in my life. My marriage to my wife Pat is obviously No. 1.
— John Clayton (@ClaytonESPN) May 31, 2017
Clayton was also the star of one of ESPN’s most iconic commercials.
Referencing the ad after his remarks Wednesday, Clayton said on Twitter he’s “keeping the ponytail.”
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Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) hands off to running back Jay Ajayi during an NFL organized team activities football practice, Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at the Dolphins training facility in Davie, Fla.
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Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (27) runs as offensive guard Patrick Omameh (77) blocks during organized team activities at Everbank Field.
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New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) hands the ball off to running back Adrian Peterson (28) during organized team activities at the New Orleans Saints training facility.
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May 25, 2017; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) runs through blocking dummies during OTA practice at Quest Diagnostics Training Center.
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New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady catches the ball during organized team activities Thursday, May 25, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass.
Bill Sikes, AP
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (27) participates in a drill during the team’s organized team activity at its NFL football training facility Wednesday, May 24, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo.
Charlie Riedel, AP
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton smiles as he runs past teammates during the NFL football team’s organized team activity in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, May 25, 2017.
Chuck Burton, AP
Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) catches a pass during the NFL football team’s organized team activity in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, May 25, 2017.
Chuck Burton, AP
Dallas Cowboys running back Darren McFadden (20) runs a drill during OTAs at the Star in Frisco.
Tim Heitman, USA TODAY Sports
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Michael Floyd pulls in a pass during NFL football practice Wednesday, May 24, 2017, in Eden Prairie, Minn.
Jim Mone, AP
Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) hands the ball off to Redskins running back Samaje Perine (32) during drills as part of Redskins OTAs at Redskins Park.
Geoff Burke, USA TODAY Sports
Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay catches a pass during an NFL football practice in Allen Park, Mich., Wednesday, May 24, 2017.
Paul Sancya, AP
Cleveland Browns quarterback Brock Osweiler (17) hands off to running back Isaiah Crowell (34) during organized team activities at the Cleveland Browns training facility.
Ken Blaze, USA TODAY Sports
Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch during a team activity Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Alameda, Calif.
Eric Risberg, AP
Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws the ball during OTA practices at Houston Methodist Training Center.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) runs drills during OTA practices at Houston Methodist Training Center.
Troy Taormina, USA TODAY Sports
San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) trains during a football practice Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in San Diego.
Gregory Bull, AP
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs watch as cornerback Artie Burns (25) goes through a drill during an NFL football practice, Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Pittsburgh.
Keith Srakocic, AP
Tennessee Titans quarterbacks Marcus Mariota (8), Matt Cassel (16) and Tyler Ferguson (5) run a drill during the team’s organized team activity at its NFL football training facility Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.
Mark Humphrey, AP
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs drills during the organized team activities at the University of Kansas Hospital Training Complex.
Denny Medley, USA TODAY Sports
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs drills during the organized team activities at the University of Kansas Hospital Training Complex.
Denny Medley, USA TODAY Sports
Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) and quarterback Paxton Lynch (12) during organized training activities at the UCHealth Training Center.
Ron Chenoy, USA TODAY Sports
Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) looks to pass as quarterback Mike Glennon (8) and offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains, right, watch during NFL football practice Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Lake Forest, Ill.
Nam Y. Huh, AP
Indianapolis Colts’ T.Y. Hilton (13) makes a catch against Donte Moncrief (10) during the team’s organized team activities at its NFL football training facility, Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Indianapolis.
Darron Cummings, AP
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Aldrick Robinson makes a catch during the team’s organized team activity at its football training facility Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in Santa Clara, Calif.
Marcio Jose Sanchez, AP
Los Angeles Rams tackle Andrew Donnal (64) defends against linebacker Carlos Thompson (53) during organized team activities at Cal Lutheran University.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
Los Angeles Rams safety Cody Davis (38) participates in tackling drills as special teams coach John Fassel watches during organized team activities at Cal Lutheran University.
Kirby Lee, USA TODAY Sports
New York Jets quarterback Josh McCown (15) throws a pass during organized team activities at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center.
Ed Mulholland, USA TODAY Sports
New York Jets wide receiver Eric Decker (87) catches a pass during organized team activities at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center.
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