Pat McAfee has denied that ESPN told him to stop discussing Caitlin Clark, saying instead that a higher power intervened. McAfee, a former NFL player and current sports personality, had been vocal about Clark’s talents and had sparked controversy with some of his comments. However, he claims that it was “God” who told him to stop talking about Clark, not ESPN.
McAfee made the comments on his show, saying “The universe told me not to talk about her… Mostly because I’m an idiot.” He clarified that ESPN had no role in his decision, saying “ESPN has zero say over my show.” McAfee’s comments about Clark had generated a lot of attention, with some accusing him of being sexist and disrespectful.
Despite the controversy, McAfee has maintained that his intentions were complimentary and that he has a lot of respect for Clark and women’s basketball. Clark has continued to impress in her rookie season, leading the WNBA in scoring and earning widespread recognition. McAfee’s comments may have sparked debate, but Clark’s talent has spoken for itself.
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