Prime Highlights:
Devan Kaney took over as the Philadelphia Eagles‘ sideline reporter for SportsRadio 94 WIP-FM in December 2024, succeeding Howard Eskin.
Kaney shared a touching moment when her mother sent her a photo of her as a 15-year-old “fan of the game” at Lincoln Financial Field, reflecting on her journey from shy teen to sideline reporter.
Kaney reached out to WIP when she heard about Eskin’s departure, pitching herself as the ideal candidate based on her experience in sideline reporting and sports hosting.
Key Background:
Devan Kaney is embracing the opportunity of a lifetime as she takes over as the new sideline reporter for the Philadelphia Eagles, joining SportsRadio 94 WIP-FM in late December 2024. The transition came after longtime sideline reporter Howard Eskin’s departure, and Kaney’s background in sideline reporting, hosting, and sports journalism made her an ideal candidate.
In a reflective moment, Kaney recalled a photo her mother sent her prior to her first game, showing a 15-year-old Kaney as “fan of the game” at Lincoln Financial Field. “I knew deep down this is what I wanted,” Kaney said, expressing pride in her journey from a shy teen to an established broadcaster covering the Eagles.
Kaney’s proactive approach led her to reach out to WIP when she learned of Eskin’s exit. She highlighted her prior experience with the station’s Turkey Bowl coverage alongside Eskin, which solidified her qualifications for the position. Three days before the Eagles’ game against the Dallas Cowboys, Kaney received the call confirming she had secured the role. Her first game proved memorable, with standout moments, including a dominant win over the Cowboys.
Kaney credits the Eagles’ public relations team and the station’s support for easing her transition into the role mid-season. “Earning trust through thoughtful and intentional reporting is key,” she explained. Kaney, who has worked for various media outlets including Fox29 and Audacy’s BetQL Network, expressed excitement about the growth opportunities in the NFL, which she views as a significant career step.
While Kaney has enjoyed positive reception from fans, she acknowledged the challenges women face in sports broadcasting, especially on social media. With unwavering support from colleagues, including Eagles broadcast legends Merrill Reese and Mike Quick, she is eager to continue her work and hopes for a long playoff run to prove her capabilities. As a lifelong Eagles fan, Kaney is proud to cover the team she grew up watching, with aspirations of making her sideline reporting role a permanent part of her career.
