IU’s Cignetti: Stoic sideline presence about setting example

Adam RittenbergJan 8, 2026, 10:50 AM ET Close College football reporter; joined ESPN in 2008. Graduate of Northwestern University. ATLANTA — Despite what he looks like on the sideline, Indiana coach Curt Cignetti is enjoying the College Football Playoff ride. Cignetti’s demeanor during games — furrowed eyebrows, steely eyes — has made the transformative Hoosiers … Read more

How ESPN’s Laura Rutledge turns from sideline reporter to halftime host in two minutes

Laura Rutledge has become a do-it-all personality for ESPN. In addition to her hosting duties on “NFL Live” and “SEC Nation,” Rutledge is a full-time sideline reporter for “Monday Night Football” and prime-time college football games. At Thursday’s College Football Playoff quarterfinal between Georgia and Ole Miss, Rutledge pulled off quite the feat. Just after … Read more

NFL Sideline Reporter’s ‘Monday Night Football’ Outfit Sparks Debate

ESPN sideline reporter Laura Rutledge went viral for her outfit on “Monday Night Football” this week.. The Atlanta Falcons took on the Los Angeles Rams on ESPN’s “Monday Night Football.” The Falcons topped the Rams in a surprising result. Atlanta topped Los Angeles, 27-24. The Falcons improved to 7-9 on the season with a win, … Read more