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ESPN extends contract of senior writer David Dennis Jr

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:00 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

ESPN extends contract of senior writer David Dennis Jr

Summary

ESPN confirmed the re-signing of senior writer David Dennis Jr. to a multi-year extension on June 18, 2026. Dennis Jr., known for his insights on the cultural and social aspects of sports, will continue to contribute significantly to Andscape's coverage of the NBA, music, Black culture, and various ESPN programs. He joined The Undefeated, now Andscape, in 2021 and has become a prominent voice in discussions regarding race and culture within sports media. Jason Aidoo, Vice President of Andscape, expressed enthusiasm for ongoing collaboration with Dennis Jr., emphasizing his pivotal role in the brand's storytelling efforts.

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•ESPN re-signed David Dennis Jr. to a multi-year deal.
•Dennis Jr. focuses on cultural and social impacts of sports.
•He joined The Undefeated in 2021 and has expanded his role.
•Dennis Jr. previously appeared on Around the Horn and SportsCenter.
•CEO Jason Aidoo highlights Dennis Jr.'s importance to storytelling.

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1:00 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN re-signs senior writer David Dennis Jr. to multi-year extension

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ESPN announced Thursday that it had re-signed senior writer David Dennis Jr. to a multi-year extension. “A leading commentator on the cultural & social impact of sports, Dennis Jr. will continue to be a key voice in [Andscape’s] multi-platform coverage across the NBA, music, Black culture & ESPN shows,” read the caption in an ESPN…
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