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First Take

Name: First Take
Description: Airing on ESPN since 2007, this American sports talk show is notable for its intense daily debate format featuring prominent commentators like Stephen A. Smith.

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Airing on ESPN since 2007, this American sports talk show is notable for its intense daily debate format featuring prominent commentators like Stephen A. Smith.

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First Take ranks #181 of 339 in the Talk Show ranking, behind Riverboat, ahead of The Late Late Show.

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How good is First Take?

First Take scores 6.26/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Talk Show category.

What are the best alternatives to First Take?

See our alternatives page for First Take for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Pardon the Interruption, Around the Horn, Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz.

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Is First Take worth it in 2026?

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