A former NFL player and the ESPN NFL sports analyst, Bart Scott, is making headlines after he received heavy criticism for commenting about Bills Safety Damar Hamlin, know his wife and net worth
For those who are unsure, let us tell you, as per the statement given by Bills Hamling is still in critical condition at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after suffering a cardiac arrest on the field during Monday night’s game.
Who is Bart Scott ESPN analyst, his age, wife, NFL contract, salary, contract, net worth
Bart Scott is a terrible commentator who does nothing but make statements for clicks and headlines. He cheapens the industry and any network that gives him a platform isn’t much to begin with. ESPN isn’t what they used to be hiring these idiots. https://t.co/WrebZ7HDeU
— Steve Smith1776 🇺🇸 (@Stevesmithereen) January 4, 2023
The game which was being held at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati saw Hamlin collapsing on the field after he stood up following a routine legal tackle in the first quarter of the Week 17 match-up against Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins.
Following the aftermath, the 42-year-old analyst appeared on the First Take on Tuesday morning, Jan 3, to converse about the terrifying event.
During the conversation, Scott criticized Higging’ collision with Damar. He stated that “Right before the tackle, he lowers his helmet and throws his body into his chest.”
After the footage from the talk show found its way online, the American sports analyst became the subject of criticism as netizens have taken over the social media platform Twitter.
Meanwhile there are many who want to know more about Scott. So, here’s all the details that you need to know about.
Who is Bart Scott?
For those who are unfamiliar with the former footballer, let us tell you, Bart, who serves as the ESPN NFL analyst was born in Detroit on August 18, 1980.
Scott was a linebacker in eleven seasons in the NFL. He played college football for the Southern Illinois Salukis. Later in 2002 he was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Baltimore Ravens for the NFL.
In the same year, he even made his NFL debut, for the Carolina Panthers. In 2005, the professional player played in a total of 16 games and made 10 starts during the season after Ray Lewis missed his time due to a hamstring injury.
In 2006, he got the chance to play in the Pro Bowl. And three years later, he signed a contract with the New York Jets after spending his first 7 seasons playing for the Ravens.
In 2009, he once again became a free agent and was demanded by both the Ravens and the New York Jets. However, the player went on and signed a contract with the New York Jets on February 27, 2009, for a total of 6 years with a signing amount of $48 million.
Today, Bart Scott, live on air, blamed Tee Higgins for last nights tragic event.
Let’s rewind just over a year- to week 16 last year, when Bart had this to say about Burrow.
“He gonna get the rib shot, he gonna get the head shot, he gonna get the neck shot”
It’s disgusting. pic.twitter.com/mSTJQwucSq
— x-The Nati King (@thenatiking) January 3, 2023
After retiring from being a professional player, Scott went on and became the NFL analyst for CBS television in 2013. He stayed at the media outlet as the analyst till 2017.
At the time, he also co-hosted a show with Bart and Hahn on ESPN Radio in New York City on weekdays. Bart Scott is a married man and he’s married to Darnesha. The pair have been married since 2004 and have 3 children, two sons, and a daughter. His net worth is at $5 million.
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