Scott Van Pelt news
The gist
Scott Van Pelt called Maryland's 54-3 loss to UCLA 'an inexcusable result' on his SVPod.
The ESPN host's blunt take on his alma mater adds to a rough season.
How it unfolded
- Sep 21, 2026Scott Van Pelt appeared with Jason McCourty, Pat McAfee, Jason Kelce and Marcus Spears on ESPN's Monday Night Countdown at the NFL Los Angeles SBLXI Super Bowl Host Committee Press Conference in Inglewood, CA.
- Sep 22, 2026A Jay Mariotti column said ESPN has a major problem with no deal for Troy Aikman and that Van Pelt turned the situation into a drama.
- Sep 23, 2026NFL fans agreed Monday Night Countdown is 'unwatchable' this year; the show is hosted by Van Pelt and features more of Pat McAfee.