Josh Hokit claims curse led to Ryan Clark's exit from ESPN
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:31 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Josh Hokit has linked Ryan Clark's recent departure from ESPN to a so-called 'Hokit curse.' Following Clark's criticisms of Hokit's remarks about Michelle Obama at UFC Freedom 250, Hokit stated that Clark's exit was deserved. Hokit made his comments on social media, suggesting that any negativity towards him invites bad consequences. This incident comes after Clark's appearance on 'The Pivot' podcast with UFC CEO Dana White, which aired shortly before his exit became public.
- •Josh Hokit blames Ryan Clark's ESPN exit on a curse.
- •Clark criticized Hokit's comments after UFC Freedom 250.
- •Hokit shared his thoughts on social media following Clark's exit.
- •Clark's departure came after his podcast episode with Dana White.
- 6:31 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Hokit blames ‘Hokit curse’ for Ryan Clark’s ESPN departure
"Josh Hokit claims Ryan Clark has fallen victim to a "curse."
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