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Some news just feels like a win. That’s how NFL fans reacted when ESPN announced that Katie George will join the “Monday Night Football” crew for five games this season. She’s no stranger to a big stage, but this one comes with brighter lights and a lot more acceptance afterall.
George will step onto the NFL sidelines in Week 2 for the Chargers-Raiders matchup, part of ESPN’s doubleheader. For college football fans, she’s already a familiar face. Since 2019, the former Louisville volleyball star has worked in some of the sport’s biggest games for ESPN and ABC, including multiple college football playoff semifinals.
Her resume is quite strong. She earned an Emmy earlier this year for her role in ESPN’s SEC on ABC coverage. She’s covered the NBA. She’s worked regular-season college football games that fans circle on their calendars. And before all that, she dominated the court, earning ACC Player of the Year in 2015 and three first-team all-conference honors.
When ESPN shared the news on Tuesday, the reaction was instant.
Monday Night Football is on the horizon 🌄
🏈 ESPN has extended Lisa Salters, elevated @LauraRutledge's sideline reporting role & added @Katie_George05 & @PSchrags to select games
More on the 2 sideline reporters for all 25 @ESPNNFL games: https://t.co/LnxFfjGUDr pic.twitter.com/aEgGe254qm
— ESPN PR (@ESPNPR) August 12, 2025
“Should have Katie on more,” one fan wrote.
Should have Katie on more .
— AWright (@rawright10) August 12, 2025
Another kept it short: “Congrats Katie George!”
Congrats Katie George! Was worried what would happen after ESPN loses F1!
— Stuart Wright (@S2catz) August 12, 2025
A third summed up the excitement with, “It’s never a bad thing to have more Katie George on ur TV.”
It’s never a bad thing to have more Katie George on ur TV 😍 Thank You @espn
— Matthew🇺🇸 (@AMB429) August 12, 2025
It’s not surprising to see that kind of energy. George’s career blends elite athletic experience, media versatility, and a knack for connecting with audiences. Before joining ESPN, she worked as a sports anchor and reporter at WDRB in Louisville, where her background as a star athlete made her a trusted voice in the community.
Her story doesn’t stop at sports. George also earned the Miss Kentucky USA crown and finished in the top 11 at the Miss USA pageant. She’s been chasing challenges her whole life, and winning them more often than not.
Now, she’s taking on one of the NFL’s most visible broadcasting roles, even if it’s for a handful of games. She’ll keep her college football and NBA assignments, but “Monday Night Football” will give her a different kind of spotlight.
It’s a big step. But based on the early reaction, fans already see her as part of the MNF family. And with a career built on big performances, George seems ready to give them something worth...
