Karl Ravech, Tom Pelissero among those laid off by ESPN in latest round of cuts: Sources
ESPN cuts staff, including on‑air talent Karl Ravech and Tom Pelissero, after merging NFL Network operations.
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ESPN has announced a new round of layoffs that affect several employees, among them veteran broadcasters Karl Ravech and Tom Pelissero. Variety and The New York Times both report the cuts, noting the inclusion of high‑profile on‑air personalities.
Future reporting is likely to focus on additional restructuring steps, the impact on ESPN's programming slate, and whether further personnel changes will be announced.
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Quick answers
Which ESPN employees were named in the latest layoffs?
The coverage identifies Karl Ravech and Tom Pelissero among those laid off.
What operational change preceded the layoffs?
ESPN combined its operations with the NFL Network, a factor noted by Variety.
Which news outlets reported on the ESPN layoffs?
Variety and The New York Times published articles on the staff reductions.
Coverage (2)
- ESPN Hit With Layoffs After Combining NFL Network Operations Variety · 1d ago
- Karl Ravech, Tom Pelissero among those laid off by ESPN in latest round of cuts: Sources The New York Times · 1d ago
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