Devan Kaney, the sideline reporter who brought Philadelphia Eagles fans closer to the action on 94.1 WIP, is packing her bags. After a stint as a weekend anchor at FOX 29, she’s heading to a larger market, leaving the City of Brotherly Love behind.
Kaney broke the news on X (formerly Twitter) last week, writing, “Last week was my final sportscast at @FOX29philly. I’m so excited to share what’s next for me.” She thanked her support system, adding, “Change is never easy, but I’m grateful for the people in my life who make sure I know that I am never alone.”
Fans might remember Kaney from her days covering the Eagles for 94.1 WIP, a role she held until Audacy cuts laid her off. But she’s not leaving sports media—she’s leveling up. In a follow-up post, she teased, “I am leaving for a bigger market, it was my choice but don’t worry you can prob still catch me on Fox airwaves 😏.”
Philadelphia is already a major market, so the leap to a bigger one likely means a destination like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, or Dallas. That’s a huge step for any sports journalist, and it echoes the trajectory of other sideline reporters who’ve moved up, like Grace Hayden, who made waves at just 24.
Kaney’s departure comes amid a wave of changes in sports media. Recently, Hailey Hunter was cut by the Penguins shortly after tying the knot, a reminder of how unpredictable the industry can be. But Kaney’s move is all about opportunity, not upheaval.
She’s not completely done with Philly, though. Kaney promised to keep podcasting about the Phillies, saying, “It’s not goodbye Philly it’s see ya later! I’ll still be around and podcasting about our Phillies and I hope you follow along as I embark on my next chapter. stay tuned. go birds.”
Timing is key here. With the 2026 NFL season just around the corner, Kaney could land her new role just in time for kickoff. Whether she returns to sideline reporting or takes on a bigger anchor desk, her fans are eager to see where she ends up.
Kaney’s journey is a testament to resilience in sports media. After being laid off, she didn’t just bounce back—she aimed higher. That kind of grit is what makes a sideline reporter stand out, much like the World Cup reporter who faced wardrobe scrutiny but kept her focus on the game.
For now, Philly says farewell to a familiar face, but the sports world watches closely. Kaney’s next chapter is sure to be a big one—literally.
