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ESPN is going to be without one of their longtime draft analysts for tonight’s NFL draft.
Hours before the draft, Todd McShay announced that he was going to sit out the draft because he was recovery from the coronavirus.
— Todd McShay (@McShay13) April 23, 2020
It’s unclear when McShay contracted the illness but many fans had questioned why he was left of ESPN’s draft day coverage list that was released a few weeks ago.
ESPN and NFL Network will combine to offer a singular presentation of the 2020 NFL Draft. Here’s the plan: pic.twitter.com/ZaavHYWEhh
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) April 13, 2020
Journalists, players, and fans came out and wish McShay well.
We miss Todd and are thinking of him, constantly. Get well soon! https://t.co/ZknBnQUgan
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 23, 2020
We got you @McShay13 … and as you know nothing actually keeps @MelKiperESPN in line. Be well , be strong and get back when you are ready. Love you buddy https://t.co/1VwoXxK79G
— trey wingo (@wingoz) April 23, 2020
We will miss you dearly, Todd, but you’re doing the right thing and I’ve got your hard work nearby for reference. It won’t be the same but we continue to pray for your complete recovery.🙏🏻 https://t.co/Ipjs7iWP3N
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) April 23, 2020
Todd McShay was kind of enough to come on with me at Teddy Bridgewater’s pro day in 2014 and was one of the nicest dudes and has been since then. Todd knows his stuff. Feel better soon, Todd. We will miss you this year on the draft! https://t.co/zxJg0A11xY
— Jared Stillman (@JaredStillman) April 23, 2020
Oh my goodness. The NFL draft without Todd McShay?! https://t.co/d5Na1nd9UB
— Jill Martin (@ByJillMartin) April 23, 2020
Todd McShay is recovering from coronavirus and won’t be on draft coverage tonight. Get well soon, Todd! https://t.co/4Pmr0IPS9V
— David Gardner (@byDavidGardner) April 23, 2020
Wow – you will be missed, but you are doing the most important thing you could be doing – taking care of your health. Rest up and hope you feel better soon.
— Michele Steele (@MicheleSteele) April 23, 2020