Scott Van Pelt lands ‘Monday Night Countdown’ job as makeover complete after ESPN layoffs

Scott Van Pelt might be joined by Marcus Spears, Ryan Clark and Robert Griffin III on the brand new “Monday Evening Countdown,” The Submit has discovered.

Van Pelt replaces Suzy Kolber, who was let go at the end of June as part of ESPN’s layoffs.

Van Pelt and Laura Rutledge have been thought of for the job, however Van Pelt has been the favourite of ESPN higher administration.

The transfer places Van Pelt in place to doubtlessly host the Tremendous Bowl when ABC/ESPN have the sport.

Van Pelt already did the postgame present after “Monday Evening Soccer” video games.

For Spears, this continues his rise via ESPN’s ranks. He just lately signed a brand new four-year, practically $7 million contract.

Clark has additionally develop into a mainstay on ESPN’s NFL programming.

Clark, in accordance with sources, just lately acquired curiosity from “Contained in the NFL,” which has moved from Paramount Plus to THE CW. Griffin was beforehand on the present.

The analysts openings have been partially due Steve Younger being let go through the June layoffs. 

Rutledge will proceed to be a workhorse for NFL, internet hosting its each day program, “NFL Stay” and its SEC Nation pregame.