ESPN boss Norby Williamson LEAVES the network after 40 years… following Pat McAfee’s explosive accusations that exec tried to SABOTAGE his show
Norby Williamson, the executive at the center of Pat McAfee’s explosive allegations, is leaving ESPN after 40 years.
Controversial host McAfee launched a furious on-air attack on some of his ESPN bosses earlier this year, suggesting a ‘rat’ within the network is trying to ‘sabotage’ his show.
He singled out veteran director Williamson and accused him of leaking information and trying to take down the show.
On Friday, a memo from ESPN president of content Burke Magnus – leaked on social media – revealed that Williamson is leaving ESPN on Friday “after nearly 40 years of dedicated service.”
Williamson, who was reportedly under contract until the Super Bowl in early 2027, said in a statement: “Nearly 40 years ago, in 1985, I was so fortunate to be offered an opportunity at ESPN.
“Thanks to the exceptional hard work, creativity and dedication of the people at ESPN, and to a much lesser extent my contributions, I believe we have left our great company in a much better place than we found it.”
The note made no mention of McAfee or his allegations New York PostWilliamson’s departure does not come at the host’s insistence.