Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC suspension sparks worry for Disney’s massive NFL contract

Disney faces a delicate situation with Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension after his controversial monologue sparked backlash from conservatives and affiliates. The company is concerned that Kimmel’s return could jeopardize its multibillion-dollar NFL deal with ESPN, which is currently under regulatory review. Disney is trying to balance supporting its talent with maintaining affiliate cooperation and avoiding further political and regulatory scrutiny.