Will Stephen A. Smith Be on Democratic Primary Ballot? Oddsmakers Say NO

Stephen A. Smith’s aspirations have transcended the sports desk.

The veteran ESPN host is no longer confining his commentary to the world of athletics, openly entertaining the idea of a future in politics. Now 58, Smith has hinted in recent interviews that he is seriously weighing a presidential bid, shifting public perception from curiosity to genuine contemplation.

Though no official campaign has been launched, his remarks have ignited political buzz and forced observers to take the possibility seriously as the 2028 election cycle begins to take shape.

BetOnline.ag has created four markets surrounding a Smith run, and the odds indicate his chances, at any level, aren’t’ good.

Will Stephen A. Smith be on Democratic Primary ballot?

Yes +400

No -700

Will Stephen A. Smith win any Democratic Primary?

Yes +1600

No -4000

Will Stephen A. Smith be on 2028 General Election ballot?

Yes +800

No -2000

Stephen A. Smith VP Nominee

Shannon Sharpe 25/1

Charles Barkley 33/1

Christopher Russo 33/1

Skip Bayless 33/1

Colin Cowherd 40/1

Kyrie Irving 50/1

Tiger Woods 50/1

Dwayne Wade 50/1

Chris Cuomo 100/1

Sean Hannity 100/1

LeBron James 100/1

Colin Kaepernick 100/1

Cory Booker 250/1

Hakeem Jeffries 250/1

Michelle Obama 250/1

Wes Moore 500/1

Hillary Clinton 500/1

Gavin Newsom 500/1

- BetOnline Press