Laura Rutledge announced Tuesday that she is leaving SEC Network’s “SEC Nation” after more than a decade on the show. The ESPN host and reporter penned a heartfelt goodbye to “SEC Nation,” sharing that “it became one of the most meaningful chapters of my life” in a release on ESPN Front Row. Rutledge will continue … Read more
Laura Rutledge has been battling inner demons during her time with ESPN. Rutledge, a host for ESPN, ABC and the SEC Network, opened up about facing anxiety, especially after switching into a full-time role as a sideline reporter with “Monday Night Football” last season. Laura Rutledge took over full-time ESPN sideline duties in 2025. “I … Read more
Justin Herbert just wanted to be left alone after a big win. In the moments immediately following the Chargers’ critical 22-19 overtime win over the Eagles on “Monday Night Football,” Los Angeles’ superstar quarterback appeared to want nothing to do with a Laura Rutledge on-field postgame interview. “Yeah, I’m trying to celebrate with my team,” … Read more
Through thick and thin. ESPN reporter Laura Rutledge refused to sit by idly when fans would lob insults toward her husband Josh, who played six seasons in MLB from 2012-17. But not wanting to be conspicuous, she created a burner account on Twitter to address Josh’s critics. “When he was with the Angels, I made … Read more
Laura Rutledge will have even more on her plate this fall. The “NFL Live” host will now have a permanent role on ESPN’s No. 1 “Monday Night Football” crew, joining Lisa Salters on sideline duties throughout the 2025 season, the network announced Tuesday. Rutledge and Salters, whose contract was extended, will work all 20 games … Read more