Honestly, I don't think Sony has a choice but to ride this out, at least through the season. I'm sure today was a very awkward day on set for Mike, especially after he just had to issue a statement to Jeopardy staff less than a month ago.
While I don't think this is a decision that should have ever been based on the will of the people, there were so many choices that would have ranged from "perfect fit" to "they'll do" that this is looking more like the "Biff Tannen's Pleasure Palace" timeline for Jeopardy.
Kinda feel bad for Harry Friedman, who's had to sit at home and watch while The Gilded Lady crashed into the rocks.
That's enough movie references for now.