While the NFL season is still a month away, CBS sideline reporter Melanie Collins is already turning heads—this time on the golf course. The veteran journalist, known for her sharp reporting alongside Kevin Harlan and Trent Green, traded her press pass for a putter and a jaw-dropping golf outfit that has fans buzzing.
Collins posted a photo from Ballyhack Golf Club, captioning it: “This close to my first hole-in-one but hit the base of the pin and lipped out.” The snap shows her in a chic golf ensemble, blending sporty elegance with a touch of glamour—a look that’s a far cry from her usual sideline attire but just as captivating.
From Sidelines to Fairways
Since joining CBS in June 2018, Collins has become a familiar face on NFL Sundays, but her resume extends far beyond football. She’s covered everything from the Winter Olympics and FIFA World Cup to the Super Bowl and NBA Finals for ESPN and Yahoo Sports. Her Paramount bio notes she’s also hosted “SportsNation” and “First Take” on ESPN, making her one of the most versatile reporters in the business.
A Penn State graduate with a degree in Broadcast Journalism—and a second degree in Interior Design—Collins brings a unique blend of polish and passion to every assignment. Her golf outing is just the latest example of how she spends her offseason: staying active and keeping fans engaged.
The photo has sparked comparisons to other sports figures who’ve made headlines with their off-field style, like Julianne Hough's beachside snap that had fans buzzing earlier this year. Collins’ golf look, however, is pure sporty chic—a reminder that even in downtime, she’s always camera-ready.
What’s Next for Collins?
While some fans joked she might be auditioning for a PGA Tour sideline role, Collins is expected to return to her NFL duties when the season kicks off. Her Week 1 assignment should be announced in the coming weeks, and given her track record, she’ll likely be back in the thick of the action, microphone in hand.
For now, though, Collins is enjoying the fairway life—and proving that whether she’s reporting from the sidelines or teeing off on a par-3, she knows how to make an entrance. As one fan commented on her post, “Even your near-misses are stunning.”
With the NFL season just around the corner, Collins’ golf game is a fun reminder that even the busiest reporters need a break. And if her near-hole-in-one is any indication, she might just have a future in golf—or at least a very stylish one.
