Laura Rutledge departs SEC Nation to expand NFL coverage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 8:35 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Laura Rutledge announced her departure from "SEC Nation" on Tuesday, a program she helped elevate to prominence in college football. Rutledge, a University of Florida alumna, will remain with ESPN as the host of "NFL Live" and a sideline reporter for Monday Night Football, and she will take on expanded responsibilities in NFL broadcasts. She expressed gratitude for her time on "SEC Nation," referencing the connections and experiences gained during her tenure. Following her exit, Matt Barrie was named the new anchor of "SEC Nation."
- •Rutledge leaves SEC Nation after building its reputation.
- •She will host NFL Live and report for Monday Night Football.
- •Matt Barrie replaces Rutledge as SEC Nation anchor.
- •Rutledge acknowledged the show's familial atmosphere.
- 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Laura Rutledge expands NFL coverage, departs SEC Nation
"Laura Rutledge helped build SEC Nation into one of the nation's top college football morning shows. She said goodbye to the program on Tuesday.
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