Erin Andrews is bringing her signature sideline determination to one of life's most personal challenges. The celebrated NFL reporter, known for her tough questions and resilient spirit, is now channeling that energy toward expanding her family—and she's not letting statistics or age stand in her way.
At 47, Andrews continues her fertility journey with husband Jarret Stoll, the former NHL star. The couple, who married in 2017, became parents to son Mack via surrogate in June 2023. Their path to parenthood has been marked by both joy and heartbreak, including Andrews' public battle with cervical cancer and multiple rounds of IVF treatments.
"I know what history says. It's not great with producing eggs and the viability of your eggs," Andrews admitted during a recent episode of her podcast "Calm Down With Erin & Charissa." But true to form, she followed that acknowledgment with characteristic defiance: "There's just something in me that I'm like, watch, watch me do it. It's like a weird addiction I have."
Her co-host Charissa Thompson perfectly captured Andrews' competitive nature, noting it's both "a blessing and a curse." Thompson observed that Andrews is "the kind of person that is going to try to do something until it's made clear that it's physically impossible"—and that stopping point hasn't arrived yet.
The sports world has rallied behind Andrews' openness about her struggles and goals. Claire Kittle, wife of 49ers star George Kittle, called Andrews "Superwoman," while fans flooded social media with messages of support. One shared: "I'm about to turn 43. It's never too late to have everything you want. We're all rooting for you!"
Andrews' willingness to discuss fertility challenges publicly has resonated deeply, breaking down stigma around the topic. "So many people feel shame around fertility issues," noted one fan. "It's beautiful to watch you fight."
Even while navigating this emotional journey, Andrews maintains her trademark humor. Referencing her age in athletic terms, she joked: "I'm really in the fourth quarter. I may be in OT." This isn't the first time Andrews has been transparent about personal challenges—she previously opened up about her family's 'hellacious' holiday heart attack ordeal, showing the same vulnerability that makes her reporting so compelling.
The support extends beyond personal messages. Andrews remains a powerhouse in sports media, with her sideline salary outpacing multiple NFL players' paychecks and her passionate commentary occasionally sparking social media firestorms. Her professional success mirrors the determination she's applying to her personal life.
While Andrews continues her IVF journey, she represents a growing number of women pursuing motherhood later in life—and doing so on their own terms. Her story intersects with broader conversations in sports about family, timing, and perseverance, much like other athletes making headlines for personal announcements, from Mo'ne Davis's career moves to various athletes' off-field ventures.
As the NFL season approaches, Andrews will return to the sidelines with her usual professionalism—but now with an even deeper understanding of what it means to fight against the odds, both on and off the field.
