Craig Carton surprises FS1 studio with funny Bayless story: "You can laugh, I'm just kidding"

Fox on Fox Crime aimed at passing Bayless was once banned, but in recent weeks, children's gloves appear to have been phased out.

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On Tuesday morning, newly acquired FS1 host Craig Carton made Bayless's first-ever fluffy dog pass of his tenure, even poking fun at co-host Greg Jennings

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Jennings doesn't think Kevin Durant is capable of leading an NBA team with his own help. The shot surprised Carton, prompting him to make a funny

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"That's the hill you want to die on, dude, go over beforehand," Carton told the former NFL wide receiver. “You are one hot shock jock! That's what you've become

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“Oh, we all stopped. You might laugh! I'm just kidding," Carton added, noting the fear that gripped the studio as nearby Fox staff flinched at the mere mention

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While Carton's shaggy dog story becomes something even the pickiest of people should be able to dismiss as no big deal, it's still amazing to hear Bayless

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For the most part, the hosts and Fox's suggestions have kept me from criticizing, mocking, or even talking to me about Bayless. But recently

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In response to Bayless callously questioning how the NFL could delay a Monday night football game in which Hamlin went into cardiac arrest

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