Ultimately, Stephen A. Smith returned to doing what his critics often use to malign his career: Screaming.
As the massive ESPN layoffs purge continued around Smith, the ESPN "First Take" star survived another day. Considering the popularity of ESPN's mid-day, debate-style show and Smith's long-standing career in the industry, it's safe to say Smith won't be going anywhere.
That has angered viewers--including many commenting on our original story. It also was part of a manifesto by Jeff Pearlman, a sports journalist and author saddened by the state of ESPN.
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