Stephen A Smith: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Stephen A. Smith Roasts Major Conference Ahead Of College Football Playoff

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith doesn't talk a lot about college football, but he had quite a lot to say about it this week as he looked ahead to Conference Championship Weekend.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Stephen A. Smith Shares Update Amid Solitaire App Controversy

Stephen A. Smith is one of the biggest sports personalities in all of America. He is known for his one-of-a-kind takes on ESPN's "First Take." Each year, Smith is part of the NBA Finals coverage on ESPN.

Terrell Owens Backs Kellerman, Throws Major Shade at Stephen A. Smith

Just when you thought sports media drama had peaked, Terrell Owens jumps into the ring, popcorn in hand, to add his two cents. The Hall of Fame wide receiver, never one to shy away from a good ol’ public spat, has thrown his support behind former ESPN analyst Max Kellerman, taking a pretty hefty shot at the ever-boisterous Stephen A.

Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 4

Stephen A. Smith suggests Chris Paul fallout could create major problem for Lawrence Frank and LA Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers unexpectedly sent Chris Paul home during the team’s road trip. It was an abrupt decision made by the Los Angeles Clippers, parting ways with their veteran point guard.

Milwaukee Bucks News / The SportsRush / December 4

Claiming Bucks Are 'Going Nowhere,' Stephen A. Smith Believes It’s Time They Trade Giannis Antetokounmpo

The uncertainty surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks was all analysts could talk about ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. However, the two-time MVP decided to stick it through with the team that drafted him.

NFL News / The Spun / December 4

Stephen A. Smith's 'Job' At ESPN Probably Isn't What You Actually Think

Former ESPN analyst Max Kellerman has been doing some media appearances following his return to the industry. In his most recent interview with Bill Simmons, he spoke at length about his relationship with Stephen A.

Philadelphia Eagles News / The SportsRush / December 3

'A.J. Brown Is Looking Like a Prophet': Stephen A. Smith Lauds the WR for Speaking His Truth Amid Eagles’ Losing Run

The 8-4 Philadelphia Eagles lost for the second straight week when they fell to the charging 6-5-1 Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving. A division title that once seemed sewn up now feels very uncertain.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / December 3

Stephen A. Smith Warns Texans Could Be Big Problem for Chiefs

The Houston Texans are fresh off one of their biggest games of the season so far, that came with a 20-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts that lifted them

Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 3

Stephen A. Smith says $50 million coach would 'instantaneously resurrect' Penn State

Stephen A. Smith is rarely a man without an opinion. While it's unsurprising then that he has a take on Penn State's successor to James Franklin after the former coach's October firing, the exact extent of his take might be surprising.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / December 2

Cam Newton on his growing sports media career: ‘I feel like I’m back in school’

Cam Newton continues to grow his sports media career, as he recently signed a multi-year agreement with ESPN and currently co-hosts the BET series 106 & Sports with CBS Sports personality Ashley Nicole Moss.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / FirstSportz / December 2

Stephen A. Smith Believes Mike Tomlin And Steelers Need a Fresh Start Amid Struggles

Mike Tomlin has started to face not just the ire of Pittsburgh Steelers fans, but also from many areas of the media after their humiliating loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 13.

College Football News / The SportsRush / December 2

Stephen A. Smith Makes His Stance Clear on Lane Kiffin Joining LSU

After electing to take a benchmark deal to become the head coach of the LSU Tigers, Lane Kiffin did his best to honor his players by requesting to finish coaching the Ole Miss Rebels through the upcoming College Football Playoff.

College Football News / LSU Tigers on SI / December 1

Stephen A. Smith Defends Lane Kiffin Departing Ole Miss For LSU Football Job

LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin made an unprecedented move on Sunday afternoon after officially departing the Ole Miss Rebels amid a College Football Playoff run.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 1

Stephen A. Smith Says Lakers Would Trade LeBron James Because of His Age Not Fit

For the first time in LeBron James’ two-decade long career, he’s come into an NBA season not as the main man of the franchise. The Lakers were flying high in his absence early on in the season, leaving many wondering where he fit in the squad.

Cincinnati Bengals News / FirstSportz / November 29

Stephen A. Smith Lashes out at Zac Taylor Despite Bengals’ Win over Ravens in Joe Burrow’s Return Game

Zac Taylor came mighty close to meeting the same fate as Brian Callahan—fired by the Tennessee Titans after winning just one game. Maybe it was the couple of extra wins, or the fact that the Cincinnati Bengals spent two-thirds of the season without star quarterback Joe Burrow, that kept Taylor in charge as the top man in Ohio.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 28

Stephen A. Smith explains why he's 'disgusted' with the Minnesota Vikings

Stephen A. Smith is "disgusted with the Minnesota Vikings," he said on ESPN's First Take on Thursday. Why? Smith's take has to do with what the Vikings' offseason quarterback decision has meant for superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson, whose numbers are worse than they've ever been.

NBA News / HITC / November 28

Stephen A. Smith says Magic Johnson is why the Lakers missed out on De’Aaron Fox

Analyst claims he begged Magic to draft Fox over Lonzo Ball in 2017 Magic Johnson’s run as an executive with the Los Angeles Lakers never came close to matching the success of his legendary playing career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / November 27

Why Stephen A. Smith has now revised his view on LeBron James’ perfect teammate

Stephen A. Smith thought LeBron James would do well away from the LA Lakers, but their early form has made him rethink that view. The Los Angeles Lakers have opened the season stronger than many anticipated, winning 13 of their first 17 games.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / November 26

Stephen A. Smith Sounds Off on 49ers Despite Beating Panthers

For the second straight season, the San Francisco 49ers are battling through a brutal wave of injuries, yet they continue to find ways to win. On Monday night, they grounded out an unglamorous 20-9 victory over a Carolina Panthers squad that had won five of its previous seven contests.

New England Patriots News / The Spun / November 22

Stephen A. Smith Apologizes To Patriots Star Drake Maye

Earlier this week, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith made headlines for something he said about New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye. This random feud started with former MVP quarterback Cam Newton saying the Patriots are "fool's gold" despite their 9-2 record.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 21

Tim Brando blasts Stephen A. Smith for ‘despicable’ comments

Stephen A. Smith suggested this week that race might be a factor in where Lane Kiffin decides to coach next season, and longtime sports broadcaster Tim Brando was appalled by the take.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / November 20

Stephen A. Smith calls Drake Maye a ‘liar’

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye claims he has not followed the media career of Cam Newton all that closely, and Stephen A. Smith finds that impossible to believe.

MMA News / The Spun / November 20

College Football Announcer Demands Apology From Stephen A. Smith

Stephen A. Smith ruffled plenty of feathers this week while discussing Lane Kiffin's future at Ole Miss. Even though Ole Miss is firmly in contention for a spot in the College Football Playoff, the program is worried about losing Kiffin to a rival SEC program.

Stephen A. Smith speaks out about his ESPN demotion

Stephen A. Smith is attempting to set the record straight about the news that broke about him earlier this week. ESPN announced on Monday that they will have a new-look crew for “NBA Countdown,” their long-running pregame and halftime show for NBA games, beginning on Nov.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 18

Stephen A. Smith Excluded From Marquee ESPN Program; Is He Being Forced Out?

Let’s get one thing straight: Stephen A. Smith isn’t going anywhere. But if you’ve been scrolling through your social media feeds, you might think the king of sports talk is being escorted out of ESPN’s Bristol headquarters.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 17

Stephen A. Smith gets a noteworthy demotion from ESPN

The times are a-changin’ (at least a little bit) for Stephen A. Smith at ESPN. ESPN announced on Tuesday that they will have a new-look team for “NBA Countdown,” their long-running NBA pregame and halftime show.