Sad news folks, Ryan Clark's ESPN contract has expired...

Apparenlty they are still "negotiating" but his deal with ESPN/Disney expired 2 days ago.

He has already been replaced on his MMA discussion show with Daniel Cormier by the undefeated Chael Sonnen.

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Ryan Clark is longer employed by ESPN as his contract with the Worldwide Leader has expired.

The former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back discussed his contract negotiations with ESPN in a social media post earlier this week. And on Saturday, he confirmed his departure from the network.

Clark has been a prominent on-air talent for ESPN over the last three years, appearing on several shows across the network covering the NFL. His decision to not re-sign came down to a "disagreement" over his compensation.

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His message:

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All love to my brothers @fredtaylor & @channingcrowder. I appreciate their words and sincerity. It’s no longer a secret that my contract with ESPN has expired. Heck, I’m the reason it’s no longer a secret. I’m so grateful for the decade of work they allowed me to do on the world’s greatest sports platform. 
I know I had to represent in a way that reflected well on them, my community, my family, & myself. That’s all I’ve worked to do. I’ve busted my tail since getting the job because I wanted to be the best! Maybe I’m not there, but I’m dang close. Now, I’m just hoping that going forward that effort is valued! That’s what I’m fighting for.

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