In the Mid-1990's on the popular
ESPN2 talk show,
Talk2,
quarterback Jim Everett came to blows with the
host of the show,
Jim Rome. Everett, who retired in 1998 after playing twelve years in the
NFL, was playing for the
New Orleans Saints at the time. Everett at that time was being scrutinized by the
national media for his poor
work ethic, poor play with the Saints, and his inability to take his previous team, the
Los Angeles Rams, to the
Superbowl.
During the interview, Rome referred to Everett as "Chris" or "Chrissy" after the female
tennis star,
Chris Evert. Everett repeatedly asked Rome to stop. Everett warned Rome one last time, Rome persisted and called Everett “Chris” again. Everett left his seat, upended the table between he and Rome, and a
melee ensued. Rome and Everett both had to be restrained after a brief struggle.
Jim Rome continues to deny that the whole event was
staged.