Erin Andrews, the beloved NFL sideline reporter, is keeping fans on their toes as she waits for word on her next FOX Sports contract. After a whirlwind 2024 season capped by Super Bowl LIX, Andrews is diving into the off-season with a mix of reflection and excitement-especially after an unforgettable Patrick Mahomes moment that left her reeling. As of today, her future with FOX remains up in the air, but she’s not sitting idle, sharing glimpses of her plans while the clock ticks on her next big career move.
The Mahomes moment that rocked Andrews came during FOX’s coverage of the Eagles’ 40-22 blowout of the Chiefs. She snagged a rare pre-game chat with the star quarterback, calling it a “pinch-me moment” on her Calm Down podcast with Charissa Thompson. “I interviewed Mahomes right before kickoff… it was just really, really cool for me,” she said, admitting she got “emotional” over the access granted by Mahomes, the Chiefs, and the league.
But the game turned sour-Mahomes was sacked six times, and Andrews hugged a distraught Travis Kelce post-loss, whispering, “I’m so sorry. I love you.” That raw exchange stuck with her, amplifying the season’s highs and lows.
With her FOX contract expiring after the Super Bowl, Andrews isn’t sweating the wait-at least not publicly. She’s been open about savoring every gig, telling Thompson last year, “Enjoy it, because it’s not going to last forever, especially when your contract is up-and mine is.”
From Mahomes to hockey? Andrews’ off-season plans unveiled
Now, she’s leaning into off-season vibes, joined Skate for LA Strong on February 23. The charity event, raising funds for the L.A. Fire Relief Fund, hints at a possible pivot toward hockey coverage-fans on X are already speculating she might trade NFL sidelines for NHL rinks.
Andrews, a 12-year FOX veteran since jumping from ESPN in 2012, isn’t just twiddling her thumbs. She’s juggling her podcast, parenting her toddler with Stoll, and advocating for cancer screenings-a cause close to her heart after her own health battles. “I’m so inspired,” she posted on Instagram about the skating gig, showing her knack for blending passion with purpose.
Whether she re-signs with FOX or explores new paths-think Prime Video or NBC-her next chapter’s a hot topic. For now, she’s soaking up the downtime, still buzzing from that Mahomes moment that reminded her why she loves the game.
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