Skip Bayless' return to ESPN's "First Take" boosted viewership by 24%, raising questions about whether the show needs him back on a regular basis.

The episode marked Bayless’s first ESPN appearance in a decade.

Skip Bayless spent 28 emotional minutes discussing his First Take reunion with Stephen A. Smith, calling their partnership greater than his marriage.

ESPN subtly announced Friday that changes are being made to its morning shows, including "First Take" Stephen A. Smith will remain the face of "First Take." His ability to rant and rave about the ...

Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless proved you can go home again as the former partners successfully reunited for the first time in 10 years on First Take. Smith and Bayless showed they’ve still got it.

ESPN's debate show "First Take" will broadcast live from Bethune-Cookman University on Thursday, Nov. 20. The show is part of a four-stop tour of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Unsurprisingly, First Take had a banner day in the viewership department last Friday for Skip Bayless’ return to the ESPN morning program. Bayless, who returned to debate longtime foil Stephen A.

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