As America grapples with a severe stock market crash triggered by President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies, ESPN’s Mark Jones is adding a touch of humor regarding his dwindling 401(k) alongside everyone else’s investments.
During a UFL game on Sunday, the Houston Roughnecks faced the Arlington Roughriders in a match broadcast on ESPN. In the second quarter, Jones introduced Erin Dolan, ESPN’s betting analyst, for an innovative live betting analysis.
With the score at 3-0 just before halftime, they discussed how the live total plunged to 23.5, acknowledging that the only viewers tuning in are die-hard football fans and sports bettors. Mark then humorously remarked that the falling live total mirrored “just like my 401(k) right now.”
Mark Jones: “How low is that under now?”
Erin Dolan: “I mean, it’s at 23 and a half… It’s continuing to drop…”
Jones: “Just like my 401(k) right now…” pic.twitter.com/ayOtdRR2di
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) April 6, 2025
The market crash observed last Thursday and Friday is among the worst in history, resonating with past crises like the COVID crash of 2020 and the 2008 financial debacle. The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a staggering drop of over 1,500 points on consecutive days, a historical first, while the S&P 500 shed 10% of its value in just 48 hours.
Come Monday morning, futures remained negative as concerns about the stock market crash intensified due to the uncertainty surrounding Trump’s tariffs. With the president preoccupied with golf over the weekend and offering no reassurances about changes to his policies, anxiety over a potential recession deepened.
If you’re in a situation similar to Mark Jones, with a 401(k) that has diminished significantly, your recovery options are limited. However, it’s advisable not to attempt to recoup losses by betting on UFL over/under totals.
