With the NFL season still months away, CBS sideline reporter Melanie Collins is making the most of her downtime—and she's sharing the vibes with fans. The Penn State graduate posted a swimsuit selfie on Instagram over the weekend that immediately grabbed attention across the sports world.
Collins, who joined CBS in June 2018 after stints with ESPN and Yahoo Sports, has become a familiar face to football fans. She works alongside play-by-play announcer Kevin Harlan and color commentator Trent Green, reporting from the sidelines during the season. Her journey to the NFL included covering college football and college basketball for CBS Sports Network, as well as filling in on shows like SportsNation and First Take on ESPN.
Before CBS, Collins was the face of Yahoo! Sports, where she reported from major events around the globe, including the Winter Olympics, FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, NCAA Football National Championship, Stanley Cup Playoffs, NCAA Basketball Final Four, NFL Draft, NBA Finals, and the World Series. She also hosted Golf Channel's Big Break and Driver vs. Driver, along with the weekly Yahoo! Sports show Fantasy Football Live.
Collins wrapped up the 2025 season by covering the NFC Championship Game between the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks. It won't be long before she's back on the sideline for CBS, but for now, she's taking time to relax and enjoy nature.
On Saturday afternoon, the sideline reporter shared a swimsuit selfie on Instagram that set social media abuzz. The photo shows Collins soaking up the sun, a reminder that even the busiest sports journalists need a break. Collins has previously spoken about the grueling travel schedule of the NFL season, saying she spends many hours on airplanes. This offseason selfie is clearly a chance to recharge before the chaos resumes.
Collins isn't the only sports personality turning heads with summer photos. Recently, WWE star Izzi Dame turned up the heat in a white swimsuit ahead of summer, while Claudia Schiffer, 55, ignited summer with a stunning swimsuit photo. And Grace Hayden sizzled in stunning swimsuit photos from a Florida getaway. The trend of athletes and personalities sharing vacation snaps continues to captivate fans.
Collins' Instagram post is a lighthearted reminder that even the most dedicated professionals need time off. As the NFL offseason winds down, fans can expect to see her back on the sidelines, ready to bring energy and insight to another exciting season.
