Shane Gillis Says ESPN Writers Are Sending Mean Jokes For Him To Say About Himself As He Hosts The ESPYS: “I’m Not Saying That”

ESPN is feeding Shane Gillis jokes to say at the ESPYS… and they’re making fun of him? The “Worldwide Leader of Sports” has faced criticism as of late for putting out talent that’s… well, maybe not so talented. Or at the very least, not incredibly specialized for what they are tasked with covering. That has been on full display as of late, with many sports fans clamoring for the network to roll out anyone besides Stephen A. Smith and Pat […] The post Shane Gillis Says ESPN Writers Are Sending Mean Jokes For Him To Say About Himself As He Hosts The ESPYS: “I’m Not Saying That” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Shane Gillis Says ESPN Writers Are Sending Mean Jokes For Him To Say About Himself As He Hosts The ESPYS: “I’m Not Saying That”

ESPN is feeding Shane Gillis jokes to say at the ESPYS… and they’re making fun of him?

The “Worldwide Leader of Sports” has faced criticism as of late for putting out talent that’s… well, maybe not so talented. Or at the very least, not incredibly specialized for what they are tasked with covering. That has been on full display as of late, with many sports fans clamoring for the network to roll out anyone besides Stephen A. Smith and Pat McAfee for their coverage.

But anyways, in a surprising move by ESPN, the network has tapped quite the big name to come in and host the 2025 ESPYS awards show. The ESPYS, which takes place on July 16 at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, California, is an event that celebrates the past year of sports – and helps to raise money for V Foundation for Cancer Research.

And comedian Shane Gillis has been chosen to host it this year.

Craig Lazarus, ESPN vice president and executive producer of The ESPYS, had this to say about the network’s decision to roll with the stand-up comedian for their annual awards show:

“Shane is not only one of the top comedians today, but also a huge sports fan, which made him an easy choice to host The ESPYS. We are thrilled to work with him to create an entertaining show celebrating this year’s best moments in sports and are excited to see what he’ll do on stage.”

Excited… and probably a little nervous.

Shane Gillis’ statement about his newly announced upcoming gig was short and sweet. He didn’t beat around the bush too much, and simply stated that he’s a fan of sports and that he’s looking forward to being the host for ESPN’s awards show:

“I’m excited to be at The ESPYS this year. I like sports so this should be a good time.”

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