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1. What is the Real Reason Pam Oliver was Demoted?
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within the last couple of days I wanted to plunge myself in this subject and try to uncover as much
info as I can and share my thoughts with you all . Here are quite a few fun things I came across...
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In a somewhat shocking announcement on Monday, Fox announced the demotion of longtime NFL
sideline reporter Pam Oliver in favor of Erin Andrews. Oliver has been a broadcaster for 19 years,
but will spend her 20th and final season on the network’s number two team. It’s a
somewhat dignified exit for one of football’s most well-respected broadcasters.
Upon hearing the news, I had a few reactions:
Pam Oliver is 53?!?
Black don’t crack. For real.
The obvious question: what was the real reason?
I do my best not to jump to race as the main factor when I read news like this.
Of course I know racism exists, but I also believe in the existence of assholes. I believe A LOT of

2. what sparks outrage, from police tactics to terrible restaurant service, is the result of terrible people
having worse days.
To be sure, the fact that I (or any other minority)
even has to ponder the question only reinforces the
point, but that’s a discussion on White
Privilege for a university classroom. Back to the
post.
So, was Oliver’s removal linked to her race?
Her gender? Age?
It certainly wasn’t because of performance.
Eric Shanks, the President of Fox Sports, said as
much:
“I can’t think of a more respected person in the entire industry than Pam Oliver, and
when you find out that Pam is going to be doing the interview, I don’t think you would say
that anyone else would do the interview better. Her being a part of the Fox family now and in the
future is really important to us. The move is hugely positive to where Fox Sports is going and
building its journalistic chops and credibility 365 days and not just 17 days a year.”
So…why move her off the job?
I think there are a couple factors:
-      Oliver is 53.
And despite her lack of cracking, there are
only so many 50+ women in sports
journalism.
-      Erin Andrews is a star. She’s been on Good Morning America,

3. Dancing With the Stars, and a quick Googling will show you that her
appeal transcends sports. Fox is doing its best to manufacture Andrews’ stardom into
something bigger, something TV networks do all the time. It’s a shallow business, and more
viewers on Andrews means her fame will continue to grow organically.
-      Andrews is solid. Oliver is more seasoned, but Andrews can do the job.
If you have two capable candidates, it’s reasonable to give the spotlight to the one with the
brighter future.
Last question: Is this so bad?
Though Oliver is being demoted, (and removed from the sidelines next season), she signed a multi-
year deal to remain with Fox. She’ll get the chance to do varied work on Fox, Fox Sports One,
and Showtime.
As a sideline reporter, Oliver had the main spotlight 17 times a year. In her new role, she’ll
have the chance to do good work more often (albeit for a smaller audience). Maybe that tradeoff can
work out well.
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That’s my take. What do you think? Is Pam Oliver’s loss something you’ll
notice? What do you think the motives were? Most importantly, is Lisa Salters happy or nervous
today? Don’t answer that last one.
Hit the comments and give me your thoughts!
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