ESPN Issues Apology to SEC Commissioner For Criticism Levied by Political Commentator James Carville on Game Day

ESPN has an anchor issue an on-air apology to Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey after political commentator and LSU fan James Carville accused the league of favoring Alabama during “College GameDay.”

LSU was the site of “GameDay” on Saturday morning with No. 1 Alabama playing No. 4 LSU at night.

Carville – echoing the sentiment of many Tigers – complained about the first-half suspension of LSU star linebacker Devin White, who was called for targeting in the second half of the Tigers’ last game. Carville also wore a sweat shirt with “Greg Sankey (heart) Alabama” printed on it.

After “GameDay” ESPN anchor Chris Cotter issued an apology to Sankey from the network, calling Carville’s actions “over the top.”

ESPN partners with the conference on the SEC Network.

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