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Katie George and Peter Schrager exit ESPN's No. 2 NFL sideline team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Katie George and Peter Schrager exit ESPN's No. 2 NFL sideline team

Summary

Katie George and Peter Schrager will not return as sideline reporters for ESPN’s No. 2 NFL broadcast team this season. Molly McGrath will take over, expanding her role to be the sole sideline reporter following ESPN's recent acquisition of NFL Network. She expressed excitement about showcasing her skills during the pivotal season, which includes coverage of the Super Bowl. The previous sideline arrangement lasted one season, as ESPN restructured its broadcast teams for new international commitments. Schrager may still appear occasionally during doubleheaders, while George may transition to a college football role.

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Status Watch

•Molly McGrath replaces Katie George and Peter Schrager as sideline reporters.
•McGrath to serve as sole sideline reporter for new NFL coverage.
•Schrager could still work sideline for potential doubleheaders.
•George may shift to a role in ESPN's college football coverage.
•ESPN's Monday Night Football package remains led by Joe Buck and Troy Aikman.

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10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Katie George, Peter Schrager not returning as ESPN’s No. 2 NFL sideline reporters

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Katie George and Peter Schrager will not return as sideline reporters for ESPN’s No. 2 NFL broadcast team this season, according to Sports Media Watch. Molly McGrath is taking over the job in their place, moving to the NFL beat for the Worldwide Leader to serve as the sole sideline reporter for the network’s new…
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