After audio of the incident spread on social media, ESPN 850 WKNR quickly issued a statement indicating that it would be suspending longtime Cleveland journalist Tony Grossi.
A Cleveland sports radio station has suspended a Browns analyst after a hot microphone caught him using a derogatory term in reference to Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield.
After audio of the incident spread on social media, the station quickly issued a statement indicating that it would be suspending Grossi. “We are addressing this matter with Tony directly, and while we normally do not comment on personnel matters, we do want to share that we have made the decision to immediately and indefinitely suspend Tony Grossi. In addition, we will pursue sensitivity and inclusion training for everyone on our content teams across our company.Little People of America, a dwarfism support organization,Grossi then posted a message to his verified Twitter account to apologize for using the derogatory term.
"It is well known that Baker and I have had our differences, and in the course of this experience, I've had to question my role in the erosion of our relationship. I have always endeavored to report and comment on him and the team fairly, and am shaken by these events. I will strive to be a better person and professional.
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