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Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson have spent more than a decade at the center of Fox’s NFL coverage, with Andrews on the sidelines and Thompson hosting pregame.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / September 12

'I Felt So Guilty': Charissa Thompson Reveals Emotional Struggle From a Major Loss in Her Past

Charissa Thompson has spent years turning her off-seasons into something most NFL broadcasters wouldn’t think to build: a working animal sanctuary. On a new Instagram Story, the FOX Sports and Amazon Prime Video host opened up about the grief that quietly started the whole thing.

Charissa Thompson explains problem she had with her dress at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding

Sportscaster Charissa Thompson has opened up about her experience at Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding. The NFL superstar married Swift last month at Madison Square Garden with around 1,000 people invited to watch them tie the knot.

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The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Total Pro Sports / May 22

Charissa Thompson Receives Emotional Support After Tragic Death Left Her ‘Heartbroken’

Charissa Thompson has received a lot of support after sharing the heartbreaking loss of her dog, Willis. The longtime FOX Sports host posted an emotional message on Instagram this week as she said goodbye to the companion who stayed by her side for 12 years.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / The Spun / May 21

NFL Host Charissa Thompson Announces Heartbreaking Death

NFL host Charissa Thompson is mourning the loss of her "best friend." Thompson, who covers the league for FOX and Amazon Prime, took to her Instagram page on Wednesday night, to announce the heartbreaking death of her beloved dog, Willis.

NFL News / The Spun / May 13

NFL Host Charissa Thompson Not Happy With Boyfriend

NFL host Charissa Thompson is calling out her boyfriend after seeing Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. The popular NFL host, who works for Fox Sports and Amazon Prime, is gearing up for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 6

NFL Reporter Charissa Thompson Does Not Hide Her True Feelings on Laura Rutledge

Charissa Thompson and Laura Rutledge are two of the most respected sportscasters in the NFL today. Thompson currently works with Fox Sports on “Fox NFL Kickoff” and with Amazon Prime Video as the host of “Thursday Night Football.” Rutledge, on the other hand, has been with ESPN for many years now.

NFL News / The Spun / July 12, 2025

NFL Host Charissa Thompson Shares 'Gorgeous' Vacation Photos

It's been an eventful week for "FOX NFL Kickoff" host Charissa Thompson, that's for sure. Thompson has been a key contributor at FOX since joining the network back in 2013.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 8, 2025

FOX Sports locks up leading ladies Erin Andrews, Charissa Thompson amid recent contract speculation

Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson aren't going anywhere. Front Office Sports reports that FOX Sports has signed the two to "lucrative contract extensions" before the start of the 2025 NFL Season. Andrews' contract was up after the 2024 NFL season, and she was set to become a free agent for the first time in her career.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 3, 2025

Charissa Thompson Sends Four-Word Message to Jimmy Johnson After Career Decision

Fox Sports reporter Charissa Thompson recently took to social media to share a message for Jimmy Johnson following his recent announcement. On Monday,

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / The Spun / February 27, 2025

Charissa Thompson Shares Offseason Photos Amid Uncertain Future

During a recent episode of her "Calm Down" podcast with Erin Andrews, NFL reporter Charissa Thompson shared that her contract with FOX had expired. Thompson has been a part of FOX's NFL coverage for several years, settling into a role on the Sunday pregame show while also doing sideline work.

NFL News / The Spun / December 26, 2024

Charissa Thompson Made Heartbreaking Admission About Women In Sports Media

Fox Sports broadcaster Charissa Thompson was the last guest of Kylie Kelce's top-rated podcast Not Gonna Lie and she offered some upsetting insight in to how tough it's been climbing the ladder.