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Ryan Clark is turning a major career change into a new opportunity with The Pivot.
Following his departure from ESPN, Clark joined former NFL stars Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder to build their own sports media platform. Now, the trio is taking another major step with their first-ever live sports show.
BET highlighted the move in an Instagram post, describing it as an example of what happens when people choose to bet on themselves.
The new live show gives The Pivot another way to connect with sports fans. It also builds on Clark’s experience as an NFL player and television sports analyst.
Ryan Clark builds on his sports career
Before becoming a prominent sports media personality, Clark spent years in the NFL.
The former safety played for several teams during his professional football career. However, he became especially known for his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he was part of a Super Bowl-winning team.
After retiring from football, Clark successfully transitioned into sports media.
He became a familiar face on ESPN, where he worked across several programs and offered analysis on the NFL and other major sports stories.
His experience as both a former player and analyst helped him develop a strong voice in sports discussions. Therefore, his move to The Pivot represents more than simply a change of employer.
It is another step in a media career built around his knowledge of football and his willingness to have direct conversations about sports.
The Pivot creates its own lane
Clark launched The Pivot alongside Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder, two former NFL players with extensive football backgrounds.
The three hosts brought different personalities and perspectives to the show. As a result, The Pivot quickly developed its own identity within sports media.
The platform has featured conversations about football, athletes, culture and major moments across the sports world.
Now, the hosts are expanding that vision with their first-ever live sports show.
BET celebrated the move by pointing to the trio’s decision to create their own opportunity after Clark’s ESPN exit.
“Sometimes the setback is the setup,” BET wrote in its post.
Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder join Clark
Taylor brings his own impressive NFL résumé to the project.
The former running back spent most of his career with the Jacksonville Jaguars and became one of the franchise’s most recognizable players. He later transitioned into sports media, giving him experience both on the field and behind the microphone.
Crowder also brings years of NFL experience to The Pivot.
The former linebacker played for the Miami Dolphins and later developed a career in sports broadcasting and commentary.
Together with Clark, the former players have turned their football backgrounds into a media partnership.
A new chapter for The Pivot
The live sports show could give The Pivot an even bigger platform to engage its audience.
For Clark, the move also demonstrates how his career has continued to evolve since leaving the NFL.
His journey from professional football player to ESPN analyst and now sports media entrepreneur shows how athletes can create new opportunities after their playing careers end.
The latest move is also a reminder that leaving a major network does not necessarily mean stepping away from the spotlight.
Instead, Clark, Taylor and Crowder are choosing to create their own lane.
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