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Steve Smith to take expanded role at ESPN after analyst layoffs

Former Panthers receiver expected to appear on multiple ESPN shows after the network's recent analyst cuts.

Published Jul 28, 2026, 3:47 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Former Carolina Panthers star receiver Steve Smith is expected to move into an expanded role with ESPN after several analysts were laid off by the network last week, according to Front Office Sports.