Roxanna Scott has been removed from her position as ESPN’s senior vice president and editor-in-chief, less than 10 months after her appointment last December. Her role was eliminated as part of a recent restructuring within ESPN’s news division. According to sources, the network's leadership believes the new editorial framework will better align with its evolving news gathering priorities. The departure is not considered a layoff amid broader company cuts, and ESPN declined to comment on the move.

Scott, who previously spent considerable time at USA Today and had a short stint at The Athletic, was brought onboard by then-ESPN EVP Dave Roberts. However, Roberts retired earlier this year, and Mike Foss assumed the role of EVP, executive editor, sports news and entertainment, overseeing ESPN’s news operations. This leadership transition likely influenced the decision to reevaluate the editorial structure, leading to Scott’s exit.

ESPN's editorial leadership has experienced significant turmoil over the past year. Several senior editors left amid an investigation related to unspecified human resources complaints. Notable departures include former executive editor Cristina Daglas, who transitioned into a front-office role with the Washington Wizards and Mystics, and Elizabeth Baugh, who exited to Ring magazine. These shakeups reflect ongoing challenges within ESPN’s news division management.

Scott’s exit comes at a time of ongoing transformation within ESPN’s editorial ranks, as the network tries to stabilize and reinvent its approach after previous disruptions. The reorganization aims to implement a leadership structure better suited for today’s sports media landscape, emphasizing streamlined newsgathering and content production. As ESPN recalibrates, the company continues to maneuver through complex personnel shifts and operational realignments.