Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center, recently made his TV debut as a late-night talk show host on ESPN
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. His show, titled “They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce,” premiered on January 4, 2025
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. The show features Kelce’s larger-than-life personality and humor, with a mix of celebrity guests, live music, and discussions on NFL topics
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Despite having a star-studded guest list including rapper Lil Dicky, NFL analyst Brian Baldinger, and NBA legend Charles Barkley, the debut episode only attracted 290,000 viewers
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. This figure is significantly lower than ESPN’s usual ratings for the same time slot
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. Kelce’s show has received mixed reviews, with some viewers finding it “painfully unfunny” and “cringe,” while others appreciated his down-to-earth approach and football discussions
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Kelce expressed feeling nervous but excited about his new venture
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. ESPN remains optimistic about the show’s potential, especially on digital platforms like YouTube, where the response has been more positive
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