Laura Rutledge leaving ‘SEC Nation’ in huge ESPN change
Laura Rutledge is leaving SEC Network's 'SEC Nation' after over a decade. She expressed gratitude for the experience, calling it one of the most meaningful chapters of her life. Rutledge will continue to expand her NFL assignments with ESPN.
- ▪Laura Rutledge announced her departure from 'SEC Nation' on May 26, 2026.
- ▪She joined ESPN in 2014 and has been a significant part of the SEC Network.
- ▪Rutledge will continue her involvement in college football and expand her NFL roles.
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Sports Entertainment Laura Rutledge leaving ‘SEC Nation’ in huge ESPN change By Jenna Lemoncelli Published May 26, 2026, 5:08 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Laura Rutledge announced Tuesday that she is leaving SEC Network’s “SEC Nation” after more than a decade on the show. The ESPN host and reporter penned a heartfelt goodbye to “SEC Nation,” sharing that “it became one of the most meaningful chapters of my life” in a release on ESPN Front Row. Rutledge will continue to expand her NFL assignments with ESPN as the Worldwide Leader is the broadcast home of Super Bowl 2027, said Burke Magnus, ESPN President of Content.
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