First Take (5/5/26) - Live Stream
Watch the First Take live stream from ESPN2 on Watch ESPN. First streamed on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
www.espn.comHere’s the latest I could gather based on current publicly available sources:
- First Take remains a high-profile sports talk show on ESPN, featuring Stephen A. Smith and a rotating lineup of analysts and guests, with daily discussions on the day's top stories.[5]
- Recent episodes have covered major NFL and NBA storylines, including reaction to trades, player extensions, and major game outcomes, along with reactions to college and international sports news.[2][6]
- The show is also available via ESPN platforms and streaming partners, with episodes and highlights posted on ESPN Watch, podcast feeds, and popular podcast platforms.[3][4][6]
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Citations:
- First Take overview and availability on ESPN platforms.[6][5]
- Episode highlights and guest discussions on ESPN Watch and related podcast feeds.[4][3][6]