It turns out even one of ESPN’s most recognizable faces wasn’t earning anywhere close to what fans might expect. Molly Qerim’s salary has reportedly leaked online, raising eyebrows across the sports world.

The longtime First Take host suddenly left the network in September, surprising viewers when she announced that her run had ended.

“After much reflection, I’ve decided it’s time to close this incredible chapter and step away from First Take,” she wrote in her Instagram Story on September 16. It sounded pretty standard, but things might not have been smooth behind the scenes.

ESPN quickly confirmed her exit, calling her a “key driver” of First Take’s success. But fans and insiders think the real story runs deeper.

Qerim’s Pay Gap Too Big To Ignore

Sports media insider Ben Koo pointed

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