Why has Molly Qerim been absent from First Take? 1 report explains why.

Molly Qerim is, of course, a staple as the host and moderator of ESPN’s First Take every morning, but fans have wondered why she’s been absent all week.

There have been people worried about her health, but there’s one report that indicates why she’s been absent: per The U.S. Sun, she’s missing this week and will be back on October 21 because “she had always planned to have a break ahead of the NBA season. Despite viewers worries, she is thought to be doing well, and is looking forward to a return.”

There you have it. Hopefully, that’s the case and we’ll see her next week.