NFL Reporter Joins ESPN as SportsCenter Anchor
Madelyn Burke is leaving her long-running New York Giants beat to join ESPN as a SportsCenter anchor. She will begin hosting SportsCenter in April.
Media coverage has already used the phrase NFL Reporter Joins ESPN as SportsCenter Anchor to describe the move. The announcement follows nearly a decade of Burke covering the Giants.
Background and experience
Burke spent almost ten years reporting on the New York Football Giants. She worked most recently with MSG Network and Filmogaz.com.
Her resume includes stints at CBS Sports HQ and a college football show on FOX called Running with the PAC. She has also reported on the NBA, including coverage of the Los Angeles Clippers for Sports Illustrated.
Burke is a Los Angeles native and an alumna of Arizona State University. Her coverage has spanned the NFL, college football, and professional basketball.
Reaction and comments
Burke said she feels honored to join ESPN and to contribute to SportsCenter’s long legacy. She added that she plans to bring energy, joy, and a clear love of sports to every broadcast.
ESPN Senior Vice President Mike Foss praised her versatility and connection with fans. He highlighted her multi-platform experience and strong storytelling skills as assets for the program.
Last week Burke signaled that she was ready for a new chapter after a decade with the Giants. She reflected on friendships, meaningful memories, and the hope of leaving a positive mark on the fan base.
What to expect on SportsCenter
Burke will appear as an anchor beginning in April. Viewers can expect a polished on-air presence shaped by years covering major teams and events.
- MSG Network and Filmogaz.com – Giants coverage
- CBS Sports HQ – studio work
- FOX – host of Running with the PAC
- Sports Illustrated – Clippers reporting
- Arizona State University – alma mater
ESPN gains a reporter with broad experience across leagues and platforms. The network will introduce her to SportsCenter audiences this spring.
