Erin Andrews isn’t the type to ride the bench—contract or not, she’s always making plays. With her FOX future still TBD, she just popped up at a major NFL event, not with a mic in hand, but as a game-changer, proving she’s not just covering the sport—she’s helping shape its future. They’re diving headfirst into a whole new era—one that’s all about hyping up women in football.
Fresh off their FOX Sports contracts, the duo Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson just pulled up to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ first-ever “She is Football” Weekend (March 7-8, 2025). And let’s be real—it was legendary. This wasn’t just some regular-degular sports summit; it was a full-on celebration of women breaking barriers in football and proving they belong all over the game.
So, what’s the vibe? “She is Football” was a two-day banger packed with a career summit, a girls’ flag football tournament, a 5K run/walk, and even a market featuring over 50 women-owned businesses. The mission? Hype up women in sports, keep girls in the game, and create real opportunities for them to thrive in football—on and off the field.
One of the biggest mic-drop moments? The Women’s Summit at Raymond James Stadium. Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson hit the stage for a live taping of their podcast, Calm Down with Erin & Charissa. And guess who crashed the party in the best way? Tampa Bay Bucs’ left tackle Tristan Wirfs (#78)! Yeah, an NFL star hopped on stage to back the movement, and the three of them had a fire convo about how the game is evolving and why everyone should be rooting for women in football.
And that was just the start. The Women’s Summit lineup was stacked, featuring total bosses like Michelle Gervais (partner at Blank Rome LLP), Alicia Schulhof (president of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital), Amanda Stevens (CEO of Raymond James Bank), and Andrea Kremer (NFL Network’s chief correspondent). Between mentorship sessions, panel talks, and networking. The whole thing was a major W for women looking to break into sports.
But wait, there’s more. The weekend was loaded with action. The girls’ flag football tourney featured eight Florida high school teams balling out, proving that the next gen is coming in hot. Then the 5K Run, Walk & Stroll had the whole community showing up to raise money for programs that keep girls in sports. And the festival? Total vibe check. Think food trucks, fitness classes, kids’ activities, and live music—because empowerment should always come with a side of fun.
And let’s talk legacy. The Bucs have been running the “She is Football” Scholarship for six years, helping female high school seniors who’ve played football get to college. It’s just another way they’re making sure women keep making moves in the sport—whether on the field, in the front office, or behind the mic.
With “She is Football” officially in the books, the Bucs are setting the tone for something massive. And with Andrews, Thompson, and even NFL stars like Wirfs backing the movement, this is just the beginning of a whole new era for women in football.
Erin Andrews is done with FOX… Or is she?
Alright, so Erin Andrews’ contract with FOX is officially dunzo, but if you think she’s about to fade into the background, nah, not happening. She hasn’t made any big announcements yet, but her latest comments? They’re kinda giving ‘I’ll be back.’
She first hinted at her uncertain future on Calm Down with Erin & Charissa back in September. Saying she was just vibing and soaking up the season since “it’s not gonna last forever.” But fast forward to March, and she’s talking like she’s locking in for another run. While discussing Jimmy Johnson’s retirement, she casually said, “It won’t really feel real until we kick off this season.”
But here’s where things get spicy—what if Andrews isn’t just sticking to the NFL? She pulled up to the LA Kings’ Skate for LA Strong event in February. Chilling with some big names in hockey (including her NHL legend husband, Jarret Stoll). Now, fans are low-key convinced she might be plotting a move to NHL coverage. Would it be a shock? Not really. She’s got the connections, the credibility, and let’s be real—she’d absolutely eat in hockey broadcasting.
That said, FOX would have to fumble hard to let her walk. So don’t keep a surprised face if she’s right back on the NFL on FOX squad. But for now, she’s focusing on her health, which, honestly, is way more important than any sideline gig. The cervical cancer survivor recently had a skin check, got a spot on her arm “burned off,” and started treatment for something on her upper lip. Even though she’s fine, she kept it real: “It’s scary, but you have to go.” A solid reminder for all of us to take care of ourselves.
So, what’s the vibe? NFL? NHL? Something totally new? Whatever it is, one thing’s clear—Erin Andrews isn’t leaving the sports world anytime soon.
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