ESPN Has Re-Signed Laura Rutledge to Multi Year Contract

Rutledge will continue hosting NFL Live year-round and join the broadcast team for key NFL and college football games, as well as major events like the NFL Draft, the Masters, and SEC Kickoff.

ESPN has extended Laura Rutledge's contract for several years, continuing the association with the versatile and well-regarded host and reporter who has been a significant presence since 2014.

What’s Happening:

  • ESPN has extended Laura Rutledge's contract for several years, guaranteeing her ongoing impact as a host and reporter, a position she has held since 2014.
  • With this new deal, Rutledge will continue her year-round hosting responsibilities for the Emmy-nominated NFL Live and will be part of the broadcast team for important NFL and college football games, as well as major events such as the NFL Draft, the Masters, and SEC Kickoff.
  • Furthermore, she will keep hosting SEC Nation every Saturday morning during the football season, a role she has filled since 2016.
  • In addition to on-air responsibilities, Rutledge also acts as a company representative at important industry events.
  • Additional duties may be assigned during the duration of the agreement.

What They’re Saying:

  • Burke Magnus, ESPN President of Content: “Laura is a consummate professional and wonderful teammate. Her versatility allows us to utilize her in multiple roles, across numerous sports, throughout the year. We are fortunate to have her."
  • Laura Rutledge: “ESPN has provided me the support and freedom to build my dream career since I arrived eager to learn and grow. I appreciate its continued faith in me and hope they recognize the gratitude and pride I have working for the company.  On a personal level, so many colleagues have become mentors and dear friends during my 10 years and I have relationships with them that will always be special, including my NFL Live team who I consider family."

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Tricia Kennedy
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