University of Florida alumni Laura Rutledge joined Steve Russell to talk about all things college football. Florida’s Assessment Although Rutledge has ties to the Gators, she says she “tries to take her fandom hat off” when asked to speak on the team. When asked to assess the Gators season, Rutledge …
Read More »ESPN’s Laura Rutledge Talks Current Events Around the CFB and NFL World
Former University of Florida alum Laura Rutledge is a reporter for ESPN and SEC Network. She also worked at CNN, where she reported and hosted for CNN International and served as a sports anchor. She obtained her degree in broadcast journalism and won the Red Barber Award for Excellence in …
Read More »Florida Georgia faceoff, Gators take on the nation’s best Bulldogs
The Florida Georgia game. One of the most iconic college football rivalries. This time around, Georgia is number one in the nation. This is the first time one of the team has been number one when playing each other since 2009. The Florida Georgia rivalry this year The Georgia Bulldogs …
Read More »Laura Rutledge Talks NFL Draft and College Football
Laura Rutledge, Florida Gator alum and host for ESPN and SEC Network, joined Steve Russell on “Sports Scene” to discuss the 2021 NFL draft and various other topics. Rutledge also voiced her opinion on the Jacksonville Jaguars signing a one-year deal with Tim Tebow as a tight end. Here is …
Read More »SEC: weighing the effects of the recent vote to open athletic facilities
It just means more in the SEC. Nothing means more to the conference at this moment than the recent decision to open up campuses for athletes. On May 22, the SEC voted to allow schools to open their athletic facilities for individual workouts for football and basketball players. SEC commissioner …
Read More »How Will College Football Return Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic?
2020 College Football Season Amidst the coronavirus outbreak, questions circle around the return of sports, particularly college football. As fall approaches, the NCAA faces the challenge of getting through an entire season of college football. As it appears now, the likelihood of the season starting on time is questionable as …
Read More »Laura Rutledge Talks College Football Season
While the sports world has been shut down, the NCAA has began its talks on the fall season. Namely, what could college football look like? Is a 2020 college football season even possible? Right now, there’s no clear answer due to COVID-19, but ESPN’s Laura Rutledge discussed some factors that …
Read More »Laura Rutledge’s take on the NFL Draft
Sports reporter Laura Rutledge discusses her prediction for the upcoming 2020 NFL draft. Career Rutledge kicked off her professional journalism career with sideline reporting at Fox Sports. She first started broadcasting Tampa Bay Ray games and then moved on to cover the San Diego Padres. She also worked with College …
Read More »Laura Rutledge on SEC Nation’s visit to Florida-Georgia
It’s that time of year again, as the Gators prepare to do battle with Georgia in Jacksonville on Saturday. Florida vs. Georgia Media take The annual Florida-Georgia game takes place this weekend with a lot riding on the result. The game commonly referred to as the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail …
Read More »Tebow Speaks Ahead of Ring of Honor Induction
Former Florida Gators quarterback Tim Tebow spoke to the media on Friday ahead of his induction to the Ring of Honor at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during Saturday’s matchup with LSU. Tebow and his teammates on 2008 National Championship will also be honored Saturday. Laura Rutledge SEC Network reporter Laura …
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