Stanford Steve

Steve Coughlin, also known as ‘Stanford Steve,’ grew up in Ansonia, CT, and pursued his passion for football at Stanford University, where he played as a tight end. His career in sports media began in 2004 when he joined ESPN as a production assistant. Over the next five years, Coughlin developed his skills and understanding of sports broadcasting, leading to a significant role in ESPN Radio. In 2009, he started working with Scott Van Pelt and Ryen Russillo on their ESPN Radio show, a partnership that would shape his future visibility within the network.

Coughlin’s career reached a new phase in 2015 when he transitioned to television, joining SportsCenter as a commentator and segment producer for the midnight show with Scott Van Pelt. In this role, he became a familiar face to viewers, known for his appearances on segments such as “Bad Beats” and “Where in the World isn’t SVP?” He also extended his collaboration with Van Pelt to the weekly SVPodcast, further cementing their on-air chemistry. Beyond his television duties, Coughlin established himself as a sports betting analyst, contributing editorial content as an ESPN.com columnist, including a weekly picks column during the college football season.

In recent years, Coughlin has expanded his analytical contributions to include ESPN’s golf coverage as a betting analyst. His expertise in sports betting has also led to appearances on ESPN BET Live, a daily sports betting program, and a cast member role on College GameDay Built by The Home Depot. These roles highlight his progression from a production assistant to a central figure in ESPN’s sports analysis, particularly in the growing field of sports betting.