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It has been more than five months since ESPN took “Around the Horn” off the air, and the network may finally have a long-term plan for the time slot that was occupied by the long-running show.

Scott Van Pelt had the best gas station ‘Bad Beats’ segment

A recent FCS game between Lamar University and East Texas A&M featured one of the worst gambling beats of all time, but it led to what could be the best “Bad Beats” segment Scott Van Pelt has ever produced.

LSU Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

Ryan Clark issues an apology for his latest on-air blunder with ESPN

Longtime ESPN analyst Ryan Clark issued an apology on Thursday for some recent comments he made about the fatal car crash that former LSU star wide receiver Kyren Lacy allegedly caused last year.

Police maintain Kyren Lacy caused fatal car crash

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 2

Scott Van Pelt Uses ESPN Example to Refute WNBA Commissioner's Caitlin Clark Claim

The fallout from what WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert supposedly said to Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier during a conversation they had earlier this year (which Collier relayed during her infamous September 30 exit interview) could have catastrophic impacts on Engelbert's career.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 30

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Apologizes to NFL Star on Live TV

ESPN provided coverage for Monday night’s NFL doubleheader, which concluded with a Week 4 matchup between the Denver Broncos and the Cincinnati Bengals.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3

Scott Van Pelt hits back at claims that ESPN is ruining NFL RedZone

After NFL RedZone announced some unwelcome news on Wednesday, many fans pointed the finger at ESPN for being behind the decision, even though that is not the case.

NFL RedZone host reveals massive change for upcoming season

The best rebuilds in NFL history

Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

Baltimore Orioles News / Athlon Sports / August 1

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Rips Orioles After Trade Deadline: ‘What WAS the plan, exactly?’

ESPN host Scott Van Pelt has been a Baltimore Orioles fan long enough to know all about the bad, from the underwhelming late 2000s clubs to that dreadful 115-loss 2018 season.

The 25 greatest ESPN anchors of all time

In the late 1970s, in the middle-of-nowhere town of Bristol, Conn., ESPN was born. Over the years, it's become the foremost authority in sports media. It has showcased some of the most notable and recognizable sports media personalities to sit behind an anchor desk.

NBA News / The Spun / June 28

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Names Doesn't Hold Back On 'Fractured' United States

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt doesn't often get political, but he made a rather interesting comment about the United States this week. In an effort to bring "SportsCenter" to every state, ESPN is heading on a cross-country journey this summer.

College Basketball News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / June 9

Scott Van Pelt is bullish on one Maryland basketball player in particular: 'He's the guy'

After Kevin Willard left for Villanova, Maryland basketball hired Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams who was tasked with finding a brand new roster. Every Terrapin player who went to the Sweet 16 left, and with Williams heading to College Park, he brought a few of his players with him.

Golf News / The Spun / April 12

Scott Van Pelt Has Rule Change That Could Fix Golf's Biggest Problem

Golf fans around the world are enjoying the Masters, but one of the sport's most popular broadcasters has an idea about how to make the experience even better.

Golf News / The Spun / April 9

Scott Van Pelt Knows How To Fix Golf's Slow Play Issue

Golf has always been played at a more deliberate pace than most other sports, and that has presented a challenge when it comes to television viewing. Players need time to set up their shots, choose the right club, account for wind, distance and other obstacles before addressing the ball.

Maryland Terrapins News / Hoops Rumors / April 5

Maryland's Derik Queen to enter 2025 NBA Draft

Maryland star Derik Queen has decided to leave school early and will declare for the 2025 NBA draft, he said on SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt (YouTube link).

Scott Van Pelt Rips College Basketball Coach For 'Damaging' Program

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt has never been known for dishing out hot takes and yelling on national television. That being said, he absolutely crushed a college

NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Video of Scott Van Pelt's Horrible NFL Predictions Catches Attention

It's not often that big-name sports media personalities take responsibility for making wrong predictions. However, those big calls made weeks or even months before the season should be considered more as thought exercises to spur discussion than something to be taken seriously.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Scott Van Pelt's NFL Predictions Were Horrendously Wrong

ESPN anchor Scott Van Pelt has a lot going for him, whether it be adoration from a widespread fanbase to a cushy job talking about sports at the highest level for a living.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / February 10

Maryland Basketball: Scott Van Pelt fires back at analyst who left Terrapins out of Top 25

On Sunday, college basketball analyst Jeff Goodman released his latest Top 25 rankings, sparking debate among Maryland basketball fans. While the top of the rankings saw little controversy, the absence of the Terrapins stood out.

Boise State Broncos News / Boise State Broncos on SI / November 20

Boise State featured on Scott Van Pelt’s ‘Bad Beats’

Boise State closed as a 14.5-point favorite in last week’s road matchup with San Jose State. The underdog Spartans jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead and were still in good shape to cover the big spread late in the game.

Miami Hurricanes News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / September 2, 2024

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Believes Cam Ward Makes The Hurricanes A Scary Team

Cam Ward has taken the national media by storm after his star-making debut for the No. 19 Miami Hurricanes as they went on the road and drowned the Florida Gators in The Swamp 41-17.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 18, 2024

Scott Van Pelt salutes Tim Legler amid his uncertain future with ESPN

It remains unclear whether ESPN has renewed analyst Tim Legler's contract, but a salute from colleague Scott Van Pelt suggests he could soon be leaving.

Ranking which NBA duo will win its first championship next

Was Jayson Tatum robbed of NBA Finals MVP?

The unsung hero of the Celtics' 18th NBA championship

Which defunct sports teams had the best uniforms?

The 'Highest-paid players in the NBA' quiz

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / June 14, 2024

Scott Van Pelt Compares WVU Fans to Characters in a Horror Movie

West Virginia has never won a national championship in any of the four major sports - football, men's basketball, women's basketball, and baseball - but you wouldn't know it based off the fierce love and passion its fanbase exudes.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / February 4, 2024

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt Is 'Thrilled' For Baker Mayfield

At the 2024 Pro Bowl Games, Pewter Report caught up with the one and only Scott Van Pelt from ESPN. Van Pelt is known for being on air late at night as the anchor for the flagship SportsCenter program, but he was in the morning sunshine at Camping World Stadium to discuss some football.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / August 17, 2023

ESPN host unloads on Harden in jaw-dropping segment

ESPN host unloads on James Harden in jaw-dropping segment

When it comes to the James Harden-Philadelphia 76ers situation, the drama-filled topic has supporters on each side.

Harden rips Daryl Morey, escalates feud with 76ers

ESPN hot take guru: Harden callout of Morey 'personal'

Did Harden and the 76ers circumvent the salary cap last summer?

The worst NBA contracts of all time

The 'Most three-pointers in an NBA season' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 8, 2023

'SportsCenter' anchors blast Orioles for broadcaster suspension

'SportsCenter' anchors blast Orioles for controversial broadcaster suspension

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt joined YES Network's Michael Kay and SNY's Gary Cohen, among others, on Monday night in coming to the defense of MASN's Kevin Brown.

Orioles announcer reportedly suspended for shocking reason

New York broadcasters come to defense of suspended Orioles announcer

Which defunct sports teams had the best uniforms?