The BBC are quoting the Express as saying that Faith is going to be the new lead role in Buffy when SMG leaves...I've got no idea whether this is true or not, I'md be tempted to think No based on other 'scoops' that the Expres have had in the past (Tony Head never wanted to play Doctor Who!)

news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/2756657.stm