ESPN has named SVP/Sports Studio & Entertainment Mike Foss to succeed retiring EVP and Exec Editor/Sports News & Entertainment David Roberts, with the promotion effective immediately. Roberts recently announced he would be retiring at the end of August. Foss had been expected to assume a larger role following Roberts’ exit. Both will work together on the transition of the role in the coming months. Foss, an SBJ Forty Under 40 honoree in 2025, will report to President of Content Burke Magnus. Foss will oversee ESPN’s news operation including sports news and coverage, investigative and enterprise journalism, research and digital editorial. He also will begin oversight of the creative content unit and studio enhancement team. Foss will continue collaborating closely with “The Pat McAfee Show” while the remainder of his previous role will be posted, with the new hire reporting to Foss (ESPN).
ESPN’s Mike Foss to succeed retiring EVP David Roberts
