ESPN has parted ways with NFL analyst Ryan Clark, a former NFL safety, as part of the network’s latest round of layoffs. Clark, who had been with ESPN for 11 years, was on the air during “NFL Live” when he was informed of the decision. He did not finish the program.

Clark’s departure had been rumored since February, and the rumors gained momentum last week, according to The Athletic. Clark was earning approximately $2 million per year and had won an Emmy Award during his time at ESPN.

Disney, the parent company of ESPN, is expected to cut ties with additional on-air ESPN personnel and a larger number of NFL Network employees as soon as Tuesday. ESPN acquired NFL Network in February, giving the NFL a 10% stake in ESPN. The deal was valued at approximately $3 billion.

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