ESPN’s ‘Around the Horn’ to Conclude in 2025

ESPN‘s long-running and popular debate show «Around the Horn» is set to conclude in the summer of 2025, according to insider information reported by The Post. The show, which has been a staple on ESPN since its debut in 2002, will call an end to its more than two-decade run.

«Around the Horn» was initially hosted by Max Kellerman, who was later succeeded by Tony Reali in 2004 when Kellerman departed to pursue opportunities at Fox Sports Net. Under Reali’s leadership, the show maintained its reputation as a fast-paced, competitive platform where sportswriters from across the nation could express and argue their takes on current sports stories.

The show’s format featured a panel of journalists engaging in debates, with points awarded for making compelling arguments. Among its notable panelists over the years have been Bob Ryan, Woody Paige, J.A. Adande, and Bill Plaschke, with appearances by other prominent figures such as Jemele Hill and Pablo Torre.

Since its inception, «Around the Horn» has been featured alongside «Pardon the Interruption» (PTI) in ESPN’s «Happy Hour» segment, occupying the 5-6 p.m. ET time slot. Both shows have enjoyed strong ratings and loyal followings.

Erik Rydholm, the executive producer of PTI, has overseen «Around the Horn» since Reali became host. According to a source, ESPN and Rydholm’s team are set to explore new concepts to fill the time slot once «Around the Horn» concludes.

An ESPN spokesperson declined to comment on the program’s scheduled end. Aaron Solomon, who has long produced the show, is expected to guide it through its final months, offering viewers a celebrated farewell lap.