Robert Griffin III has reacted to ESPN replacing him with Jason Kelce.
The network announced Kelce’s appointment on Tuesday afternoon. The former Philadelphia Eagles star will join the ‘Monday Night Countdown’ cast and make halftime appearances during ‘Monday Night Football.’
Meanwhile, RGIII is out.
He will still call games and perform other studio tasks next season, but this new development has to sting.
His former Baltimore Ravens teammate, Pat Ricard, reacted to the news on social media, wondering, “Why not both?!”
Griffin simply replied, “Love ya brother.”
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Fans also expressed their disappointment:
“I at least hope RG3 will still be doing college football with Bob,” one fan said. “This still sucks, though.”
“Did you dirty man,” wrote another.
“That stinks, enjoyed watching you,” another commented.
Robert Griffin III had been part of ESPN’s Monday night coverage for two years, but ‘MNF’ has undergone a major shakeup following the firings of Steve Young and Suzy Kolber.
As for Kelce, the seven-time Pro Bowler will be part of ESPN’s Super Bowl coverage and will have opportunities for more roles at the network, as “further opportunities will be explored,” according to ESPN.
“Turns out, it was a short retirement!” Kelce said in a statement. “I’m excited to join ESPN, and particularly the Monday Night Countdown team. ESPN was a consistent presence in our household growing up and the network helped shape who I am and my love of all sports.”
Kelce will continue running his ‘New Heights’ podcast with his brother, Travis Kelce.
Hopefully, RGIII will also be allowed to explore more opportunities at the network.
