Stephen A Smith could get an on-screen WWE role at SummerSlam, reports say
There are discussions about ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith taking on an on-screen role in WWE at SummerSlam, following the network's rights deal with the promotion. Smith's representation by TKO president Mark Shapiro and his connections to WWE leadership may facilitate the crossover. The move could mirror Pat McAfee's recent involvement, especially if McAfee exits WWE as stipulated by a recent storyline.
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OutKick Stephen A Smith could get an on-screen WWE role at SummerSlam, reports say Smith's agent Mark Shapiro is president of WWE parent company TKO By Bobby Burack OutKick Published May 1, 2026 7:02am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video WWE's Danhausen reflects on arrival, gives update on Danhausenettes WWE star Danhausen talks to Fox News Digital about his arrival to the company and the women he appeared with at Elimination Chamber. Fans joked that WWE’s landmark rights deal with ESPN last year would lead to Stephen A. Smith appearing in the ring. That idea is no longer just a joke or social media meme.
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