“I don’t love the term ‘replace’”: Shae Cornette reveals her true feelings about replacing Molly Qerim after the unexpected ‘First Take’ shake-up

Shae Cornette is stepping into the high-pressure role of permanent host for ESPN’s “First Take,” replacing Molly Qerim. Cornette expressed admiration for Qerim’s professionalism and aims to usher in a “new generation” of the show, acknowledging the challenge of filling the coveted position and building chemistry with Stephen A. Smith.