Laura Rutledge Received Rave Reviews For Her NFL Draft Performance
Laura Rutledge was arguably ESPN's best part of The Masters earlier this month. The same could be said of her role at the NFL Draft.
The 37-year-old was part of ESPN's three-day coverage of the NFL Draft, live from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania over the weekend.
Rutledge, a University of Florida grad, rocked a special all-red outfit for the occasion. She was a premier part of ESPN's Day 1 coverage, which also featured Mike Greenberg, Mel Kiper Jr., Louis Riddick and Booger McFarland.
Rutledge was highly praised for her performance during the 2026 NFL Draft.
"What you did to night what so much more difficult than people watching will ever realize unless they've done it. You are remarkable. BEYOND impressed by you girl. 👏🏼👏🏼," one wrote.
"Great job last night Laura! Crushed it as usual!🙌❤️," one shared.
"You did so fire 🔥," one shared.
"Always crushing it!" one added.
Rutledge was extremely grateful for the opportunity, as well. She posted several photos from her time in Pittsburgh over the weekend.
Rutledge has been a rising star for several years now, as ESPN continues to prioritize her with big-time events coverage.
The longtime ESPN host and reporter will be a key part of the network's football coverage in 2026.
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This story was originally published April 27, 2026 at 7:51 AM.