Captain America will be hosting the ESPYs this year as Anthony Mackie was tabbed by ESPN. The announcement came through this week as the actor had his hands full with a national commercial campaign with his Avengers co-star Elizabeth Olsen. Mackie is no stranger to the world of sports as he’s a die-hard Louisiana State University Tigers fan. In the run-up to their most recent National Championship appearance, the Sam Wilson actor offered a stirring voice-over as Joe Burrow and the football team dominated that game. You can expect some Marvel gags in there to be sure, but a lot of fans just want more of that charming banter between the new Captain America and the best the sporting world has to offer. July 10th is the big day on ABC and things get going in primetime. Check out the image they released down below:
.@AnthonyMackie is the host for this year’s ESPYS!
📺 July 10 at 8 PM ET on @ABC pic.twitter.com/oD6MfftK4e
