Kaylee Hartung will make her Super Bowl sideline reporting debut when NBC broadcasts the NFL’s championship game on February 8. According to a report by the Associated Press, Hartung joins veteran sideline reporter Melissa Stark for the game, marking only the second time NBC has deployed a two-reporter setup for Super Bowl coverage.
This weekend, Hartung will cover the Chicago Bears’ sideline during NBC’s broadcast of Sunday’s divisional round matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. This will be her fifth NFL playoff assignment with the network, continuing a rapid rise within NBC’s football coverage.
Hartung’s role extends beyond the gridiron. She will report from the aerials and moguls freestyle skiing competitions at the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, a testament to her versatility as a sports journalist.
Since 2022, Hartung has served as a sideline reporter for Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football and has been a correspondent for NBC’s “TODAY” show, giving her a range of experience across both live sports and general reporting. Her transition to the Super Bowl sidelines represents a significant milestone in a career already marked by high-profile assignments.
NBC’s decision to assign two sideline reporters for the Super Bowl mirrors a broader trend in sports broadcasting to provide richer, more detailed coverage from multiple perspectives. Hartung has drawn praise for her reporting style, which combines clear, concise updates with engaging, human-interest storytelling. Her work on Thursday Night Football demonstrated an ability to navigate high-pressure live environments while providing context that enhances the viewer experience.
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