"Former Sunday Night Football sideline reporter Michele Tafoya is considering a run for a U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota. According to report from OutKick on Monday, Tafoya met with the National Republican Senatorial Committee last week. Sources also told the outlet that Tafoya is expected to make a final decision in early 2026. The report went on: Tafoya met with the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC), Senate Leadership Fund, and other stakeholders in Washington, D.C. last week."
"The NRSC has been recruiting her to run for the Senate race in Minnesota, where the Democratic primary has pitted progressive favorite Peggy Flanagan against Chuck Schumer-backed Angie Craig. The ex-sideline reporter worked her final game at Super Bowl LVI in 2022. Since then, Tafoya has worked to establish herself as a political commentator. Tafoya joins a growing list of prominent sports figures eyeing public office."
Michele Tafoya is considering a run for the U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota after meeting with the National Republican Senatorial Committee, Senate Leadership Fund, and other Republican stakeholders in Washington, D.C. She is expected to make a final decision in early 2026. The NRSC has been recruiting her for the Senate race where the Democratic primary features Peggy Flanagan and Chuck Schumer-backed Angie Craig. Tafoya worked her final sideline game at Super Bowl LVI in 2022 and has since worked to establish herself as a political commentator. Other sports figures exploring public office include Paul Finebaum and former MLB player Mark Teixeira.
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