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.