Shannon Sharpe is reportedly out at ESPN. After months of speculation, the Worldwide Leader in Sports has parted ways with Sharpe, as first reported by The Athletic.

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The decision follows his recent settlement of a lawsuit accusing him of sexually assaulting a woman during their relationship. Sharpe's last appearance on ESPN was in late April when the lawsuit was filed.