Caroline Pineda joins NBC as sideline reporter for Notre Dame football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:07 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Caroline Pineda has been named NBC's sideline reporter for four Notre Dame football games, starting with the opener on September 6 against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field. A 2022 Notre Dame graduate, Pineda previously contributed to Peacock’s coverage of the Pro Day and Blue-Gold Game. She takes over from Zora Stephenson, who served in the role for three seasons. Pineda expressed her excitement for the opportunity, citing her history with Notre Dame football and mentors like Mike Tirico.
- •Pineda replaces Zora Stephenson as sideline reporter.
- •She has experience in Big Ten football and basketball.
- •Her first game will be against Wisconsin on September 6.
- •Pineda has previously covered Notre Dame events for Peacock.
- •She is a 2022 graduate of Notre Dame.
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — NBC adds Caroline Pineda as sideline reporter for Notre Dame football
"A 2022 graduate of Notre Dame, Caroline Pineda has been part of Peacock’s coverage of Notre Dame's Pro Day and the Blue-Gold Game in recent years.
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