Ryan Clark reflects on life after leaving ESPN and missing Monday Night Football

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Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Ryan Clark reflects on life after leaving ESPN and missing Monday Night Football
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Ryan Clark expressed his feelings about leaving ESPN during a recent podcast with Matt Barnes. Although he is finding success with his new venture, 'The Pivot Sports with Ryan Clark,' he admitted to struggling with the loss of his routine from covering NFL games on Mondays. Clark highlighted the emotional significance of his ESPN role and how it intertwined with his lifelong passion for football. He noted an ongoing sense of disappointment while also recognizing the importance of moving forward and embracing new opportunities.

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  • •Ryan Clark shared his struggles after leaving ESPN.
  • •He misses Monday Night Football and the routine it provided.
  • •Clark spoke on 'All The Smoke' podcast about his feelings.
  • •He is focused on his new venture while processing his loss.
  • •His departure from ESPN changed his relationship with football analysis.
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  • 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — Ryan Clark gets candid about life after ESPN: ‘It does suck that I don’t get to do it no more’
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The former NFL star admits he still struggles with missing his Monday night football routine, even as he finds success

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