Robert Griffin III looking awayRobert Griffin III (Photo via Getty Images)


According to The Athletic, ESPN fired NFL Countdown host Sam Ponder and analyst Robert Griffin III. The moves are for “financial reasons” and are similar to those of many other networks.

However, despite the bad news, RGIII continues to do what he loves: report NFL news. In his latest tweet, he gave opinions about the Atlanta Falcons acquiring pass rusher Matthew Judon, and many online joked and showed support for the situation.

can you break ur firing??” said one commenter.

Bro got fired and posted this,” said another about Griffin

Bro, you are undervalued at ESPN. Can’t wait to see unfettered and independent RGIII or see you go to Fox,” said another in support.

One of the few times I’ll ever say this- but espn screwed up. Don’t know the behind the scenes but bright things ahead!” added a fourth.

My son and I enjoy listening to your broadcasts. You are one of the stars in the business. All my best as you take a position of greater importance and impact. Go Noles,” stated a fifth.

Of course, Griffin has been with ESPN since 2021 and had many fans.

Robert Griffin III Will Likely Find A New Job Soon

Griffin turned a successful yet short NFL playing stint due to injuries into an amazing career as an NFL and college football analyst.

That’s why it was so surprising that he was let go from ESPN with two whole years left on his contract. He was also one of the most beloved by the public throughout the station.

However, he is expected to find a new network soon to continue informing his nearly three million followers across both Instagram and X.

Everyone Is Saying The Same Thing After NFL Superstar Caught Dropping One-Word Comment On Sydney Sweeney’s “Thirst Trap” Instagram Photos

Everyone Is Saying The Same Thing After NFL Superstar Caught Dropping One-Word Comment On Sydney Sweeney's Sydney Sweeney (Photos via Getty)
Sydney Sweeney caused a major stir online a few days ago, posting some incredibly racy pics to Instagram that have since attracted well over four million likes.

The actress shared some images of herself hanging out on a boat in a tight black and white wetsuit that showed off her backside. Three of the photos gave users a great look at said body part while another one showed her covering her face while laughing. The last one shows her chilling with friends.

“i think they call this a thirst trap,” she wrote as the caption.
Sydney Sweeney on boatSydney Sweeney (Photo via sydney_sweeney/IG)
Sydney Sweeney on boatSydney Sweeney (Photo via sydney_sweeney/IG)

Tennessee Titans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins was among those who commented, with the five-time Pro Bowler admitting he was “trapped.”