ESPN is signing a TikTok star to join its expansive coverage of NFL and college football.
Katie Feeney, 22, is joining ESPN as a sports and lifestyle content creator.

ESPN is hiring Katie Feeney as a sports and lifestyle content creator[/caption]
Feeney is a 22 year old social media star and boasts over 14 million followers[/caption]
Boasting over 14 million followers across different social media platforms, Feeney is set to contribute short-form video content on ESPN’s overhauled app.
She will also make appearances on ESPN’s NFL and college football shows including Sunday NFL Countdown, Monday Night Countdown, and College GameDay.
“I’m thrilled to announce that I’m joining ESPN as a Sports & Lifestyle Content Creator!” Feeney said in her announcement.
“I’ll be the daily lead for SportsCenter on Snapchat and will be creating content across ESPN’s social platforms.
“I’ll also be a weekly contributor on Sunday NFL Countdown, Monday Night Countdown, and College GameDay.
“Can’t wait to get started!”
Feeney also released a separate statement that was published in ESPN’s press release.
“From capturing Penn State games on the sidelines to now joining the biggest platform in sports, this journey has been incredible,” she said.
“I grew up watching SportsCenter with my family, and I’m proud to now be part of the storytelling that brings ESPN to millions of fans around the world.”
The network is excited to bring the influencer on board as they adapt to a new era of sports media.
“Katie has built an impressive and authentic connection with sports fans by blending access, personality, and Gen-Z culture in a way that feels fresh and engaging,” Kaitee Daley, ESPN Senior Vice President, Digital, Social and Streaming Content, said.
“Her perspective and creativity are a perfect match for how we’re reimagining coverage to meet fans where they are, and we can’t wait to see the energy she brings to ESPN’s daily coverage and live event moments.”
Feeney graduated from Penn State in 2022 and has quickly exploded in popularity.
She became the first-ever social media correspondent for an NFL team after joining the Washington Commanders in 2022.
Feeney has covered premier events like the Super Bowl and the Oscars, and fans are thrilled to see what she does next.

Feeney will make appearances on shows like Monday Night Countdown and College GameDay[/caption]
“You’re so amazing queen!! Congratulations!!!! Super duper proud of you!! Can’t wait to see you crush it,” one fan said.
“THATS AMAZING SHES THE NEXT ERIN ANDREWS,” another fan said.
“Coolest girl ever!” a third fan said.
“She’s absolutely perfect for the job! Congratulations Katie!” a fourth fan said.
“So exciting! Congrats!!” a fifth fan said.