In a viral throwback video from 2017, Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis and sports anchor Molly Qerim were involved in a memorable and controversial moment during a live broadcast on NFL Network. This footage has resurfaced, capturing the attention of social media users and sparking renewed discussions.

Before becoming widely recognized as the host of ESPN’s “First Take,” Molly Qerim was a familiar face on NFL Network’s weekday morning shows, including “NFL AM” and “NFL Fantasy Live.” During her tenure, she often shared the screen with Terrell Davis, Andrew Siciliano, and Darren McFadden.

Terrell Davis and Molly Qerim on the NFL Network.

The video in question shows a live broadcast where Davis, in a moment of apparent spontaneity, attempts to get Qerim to hike him a football while she is dressed in a formal dress. The footage shows Qerim using her right arm to push Davis away, repeatedly telling him to “Get out of here” as she hands him the ball. This awkward exchange highlighted a lack of professionalism that ultimately contributed to Davis’s departure from the network.

The resurfacing of this clip has brought back memories of the turbulent period for NFL Network. Around the same time, the network faced significant controversies involving several of its former analysts. Following an internal investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior, NFL Network fired analysts Donovan McNabb and Eric Davis. These allegations were part of a broader scandal in which Jami Cantor, a former wardrobe stylist at NFL Network, accused numerous male colleagues, including McNabb, Eric Davis, Marshall Faulk, Heath Evans, Warren Sapp, and Michael Irvin, of sexual harassment.

While the viral video of Terrell Davis and Molly Qerim has no direct connection to these allegations, it underscores the challenges Qerim faced in her career at NFL Network. Despite the hurdles, Qerim has moved on to achieve significant success at ESPN.

Interestingly, Qerim’s personal life has also been a subject of public interest. Following her divorce from former NBA player Jalen Rose, rumors swirled about a possible romantic involvement with her “First Take” co-host, Stephen A. Smith. Both Qerim and Smith have publicly denied these rumors, with Smith emphasizing on air that there is “nothing going on” between them.

As the old footage continues to circulate online, it serves as a reminder of how much has changed for Qerim and the sports broadcasting industry. Despite past controversies, Qerim has established herself as a respected sports journalist, while the NFL Network has had to navigate and address issues of workplace conduct. This viral moment remains a fascinating snapshot of a different era in sports media.