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ESPN faced backlash after featuring WWE star The Miz on its Masters broadcast alongside longtime reporter Laura Rutledge, with fans accusing the network of degrading the event by spotlighting non-golf celebrities; Augusta National previously denied Pat McAfee a studio spot, and another non-golfer, Jason Kelce, appeared at the Par 3 Contest, prompting further social-media anger about coverage choices.
ESPN host Laura Rutledge responded to Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech at Benedictine College, which emphasized traditional gender roles and drew criticism. Rutledge highlighted the importance of women having careers, while Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes defended Butker's character despite not agreeing with all his views.
Scott Van Pelt and Laura Rutledge are the leading candidates to replace Suzy Kolber as the host of Monday Night Countdown on ESPN, following Kolber's recent departure. Van Pelt, who already hosts the post-game SportsCenter, may potentially perform double duty if he takes on the new role. ESPN will also need to find a replacement for Steve Young on Monday nights.