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The NFL schedule announcement could have been an e-mail

The 2025 NFL Draft was paused for an announcement about the NFL schedule announcement, which was met with a very tepid response.

By Matt Yoder OnApr 25, 2025 0
Dan Orlovsky on NFL Live

‘NFL Live’ will feature drawings from Dan Orlovsky’s son Madden in celebration of World Autism Awareness Day

"No matter what you’re seeing on the air, his drawings will be in the background."

By Reice Shipley OnApr 2, 2025 0
A screenshot of a report from Adam Schefter breaking the news of the Texans signing Braxton Berrios

Adam Schefter gives shoutout to Alix Earle in on-air report of Texans signing Braxton Berrios

"I know my daughter cares a tremendous amount about this."

By Reice Shipley OnMar 10, 2025 0
Dec 3, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; SEC Network announcer Laura Rutledge looks on prior to the SEC Championship game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the LSU Tigers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

ESPN re-signs Laura Rutledge to multi-year contract

"ESPN has provided me the support and freedom to build my dream career since I arrived eager to learn and grow."

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 26, 2025 0
Laura Rutledge reports that Georgia is sheltering in place at its team hotel while officials assess the safety of the Sugar Bowl.

Laura Rutledge: ‘It’s incredibly difficult’ to cover college football in NIL, portal era

"I truly understand when fans say it makes it harder to root for my team, who am I actually rooting for, because so much of it changes."

By Brendon Kleen OnJan 19, 2025 0
Laura Rutledge reports that Georgia is sheltering in place at its team hotel while officials assess the safety of the Sugar Bowl.

Laura Rutledge details chaotic Sugar Bowl coverage on New Year’s Day

"I don't even think I had a note in my notebook about anything football related, because that felt so second nature in comparison to the notes I had jotted down."

By Drew Lerner OnJan 7, 2025 0
Mina Kimes accidentally walks in front of camera during NFL Live

Mina Kimes makes hilarious camera blunder on ‘NFL Live’

"Hold on, just have Mina keep walking back-and-forth in that shot. That's excellent television!"

By Drew Lerner OnJan 6, 2025 0
Notre Dame Fighting Irish wide receiver Jordan Faison

ESPN exec details how Sugar Bowl plans shifted in wake of New Orleans attack

"We'll figure out when these different shows could be on. It’s not that big of a deal."

By Drew Lerner OnJan 2, 2025 0
Laura Rutledge reports that Georgia is sheltering in place at its team hotel while officials assess the safety of the Sugar Bowl.

ESPN’s Laura Rutledge: Georgia football team has shelter-in-place following New Orleans attack

Laura Rutledge reports that Georgia is sheltering in place at its team hotel while officials assess the safety of the Sugar Bowl.

By Sam Neumann OnJan 1, 2025 0
Kirby Smart and Greg Sankey

Kirby Smart calls out SEC commissioner Greg Sankey in person after win

"It means rest for a team that Greg Sankey and his staff sent on the road all! … year! … long!"

By Arthur Weinstein OnDec 7, 2024 0
Laura Rutledge and Steve Sarkisian

Steve Sarkisian has very abrupt, awkward halftime interview with Laura Rutledge

"Well, hopefully [the refs] call [Georgia] for a holding one of these times too."

By Sean Keeley OnDec 7, 2024 0
Jim and John Harbaugh share sentimental pregame interviews talking about what their MNF matchup against one another means to them. Photo Credit: ESPN

Harbaugh brothers share sentimental pregame interviews ahead of MNF matchup

"I'd lay down my life for my brother. But I would not let him win a football game."

By Reice Shipley OnNov 25, 2024 0
Laura Rutledge on Paul Finebaum

Laura Rutledge responds to ‘Paul Finebaum Show’ caller who finds her kids ‘irritating’

"What I won't do is apologize for being proud of my kids."

By Sean Keeley OnNov 3, 2024 0
Laura Rutledge breaks away from the "NFL Live" curse by picking the Seahawks against the unanimous 49ers on "Thursday Night Football."

Laura Rutledge purposely avoids ‘NFL Live’ curse with Seahawks prediction

"Usually when we all pick the same team, that team loses."

By Sam Neumann OnOct 11, 2024 0
Dan Orlovsky, famous for his questionable food takes, delivered some sensible advice on cooking bacon Wednesday on "NFL Live." Photo Credit: ESPN

Dan Orlovsky shares thoughts on Philly slang, bacon on ‘NFL Live’

"Can we stop putting the bacon in the air fryer and the oven?"

By Arthur Weinstein OnSep 25, 2024 3
Dan Orlovsky discussing the best way to prepare a hot dog

Dan Orlovsky’s latest food take actually received some positive feedback for once

"Dan is surprisingly not wrong with this take."

By Reice Shipley OnSep 18, 2024 0
A clip from NFL Live showing the entire cast incorrectly predicting the Bengals to beat the Patriots in Week 1

The NFL Live ‘curse’ makes its season debut with Patriots’ upset win over Bengals

"Thought it was a lock."

By Reice Shipley OnSep 9, 2024 0
Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) celebrates with girlfriend Taylor Swift after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Adam Schefter hints at Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce engagement

“The awkward silence right there speaks volumes."

By Ben Axelrod OnAug 28, 2024 4
Oct 30, 2022; London, United Kingdom; ESPN sideline reporter Laura Rutledge reacts during an NFL International Series game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Denver Broncos at Wembley Stadium. The Broncos defeated the Jaguars 21-17. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

When will Laura Rutledge get the opportunity she has earned at ESPN?

Laura Rutledge deserves better from ESPN than being passed over for both Mike Greenberg and Scott Van Pelt the last two seasons.

By Matt Yoder OnAug 21, 2024 6
Mike Greenberg on the set of NFL Draft Countdown.

Candidates emerge to replace Samantha Ponder on ‘Sunday NFL Countdown’

Mike Greenberg and Laura Rutledge are reportedly candidates to replace Ponder on Sunday NFL Countdown.

By Reice Shipley OnAug 15, 2024 11
Laura Rutledge discussing Harrison Butler on NFL Live

ESPN’s Laura Rutledge, Courtney Cronin weigh in on Harrison Butker

"I would just say my opinion is it's really great that you and I get to be women with careers."

By Reice Shipley OnMay 23, 2024 2
Alabama head coach Patrick Murphy (right) and SEC Network's Alyssa Lang (left).

Alabama’s Patrick Murphy praises Alyssa Lang’s ‘SportsCenter’ debut during in-game interview

"We're so proud of you."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 9, 2024 0
Nick Saban ESPN Masters

Nick Saban hoping to add insight from experience to ESPN’s NFL Draft coverage

Nick Saban figures to be an invaluable part of ESPN’s college football coverage. And while Saban might still...

By Sam Neumann OnApr 13, 2024 0
Troy Aikman ESPN Masters

With latest Emmy nomination, Troy Aikman feels like Susan Lucci

Troy Aikman has been nominated for an Emmy Award, channeling his inner Susan Lucci in hopes of finally winning broadcasting's top prize.

By Sam Neumann OnApr 12, 2024 2
Laura Rutledge Masters

Laura Rutledge fulfills dream with ESPN’s Masters coverage

"This is truly a bucket list event for me."

By Sam Neumann OnApr 11, 2024 3

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