ESPN Sports Analyst & Podcast Host
Field Yates: Biography at a Glance
- With over a decade at ESPN, Field Yates delivers authoritative insights on breaking NFL news, fantasy football strategy, and draft analysis, making him a go-to expert for sports fans and business audiences alike.
- As host of ESPN2’s Fantasy Football Now and co-host of multiple top-rated podcasts, Yates brings energy, humor, and clarity to complex topics, ensuring engaging and memorable events.
- Having worked for both the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs in scouting and coaching roles, Yates offers rare behind-the-scenes perspectives on leadership, team building, and decision-making in professional sports.
- A regular on SportsCenter, NFL Live, and ESPN Radio, Yates has honed his ability to connect with diverse audiences, from casual fans to fantasy football enthusiasts, through compelling storytelling and sharp analysis.
- Known for his approachable style and deep love of the game, Yates blends expertise with personality, making him an ideal speaker for corporate groups, universities, and events seeking lessons in strategy, teamwork, and adaptability.
Biography
Field Yates is an NFL Insider for ESPN who contributes analysis, breaking NFL news, and fantasy football insight year-round across the company’s multimedia platforms. On NFL Sundays, he hosts ESPN2’s award-winning pregame show Fantasy Football Now.
Yates, who joined ESPN in 2012, also co-hosts ESPN Audio’s popular Fantasy Focus Football podcast, which began streaming live weekdays on Twitter in August 2018. Additionally, Yates co-hosts ESPN Radio’s Primetime and contributes to the Monday Night Football digital pregame show, Monday Tailgate, which debuted in 2020 and streams live on ESPN’s social platforms and the ESPN App.
A regular contributor to NFL Live, SportsCenter, The Fantasy Show with Matthew Berry on ESPN+, and more, Yates also writes for ESPN.com and takes part in ESPN’s annual Fantasy Football Marathon and NFL Draft coverage. In January 2021, he began hosting the First Draft podcast with ESPN Senior NFL Draft analysts Mel Kiper Jr. and Todd McShay.
Previously at ESPN, Yates wrote for ESPN Boston and co-hosted a pair of ESPN Radio shows – Operation Football with Randy Scott and Andrew Hawkins and Football Friendzy with Rachel Lindsay and Bobby Carpenter. He served as an NFL Insider on Fantasy Football Now for five seasons before assuming his role as show host in 2020.
Prior to ESPN, Yates spent two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs and interned for four summers with the New England Patriots front office. During his time in Kansas City, he worked on both the scouting and coaching staffs and split his four summers in New England with coaching and scouting duties as well.
A native of Weston, Mass., Yates attended Wesleyan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Yates and his wife Chapin have two daughters, Kinley, born in January 2022 and Palmer, born in June 2023.
Topics
Inside the Game: Lessons from the NFL on Strategy, Teamwork, and Adaptability
As one of ESPN’s most recognizable NFL Insiders, Field Yates takes audiences beyond the headlines to reveal what really drives success on and off the field. Drawing from his unique career path, working inside the front offices of the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs before becoming a trusted voice across ESPN’s television, radio, and digital platforms, Field shares insights on leadership, preparation, and decision-making at the highest levels of competition. Blending behind-the-scenes stories from the NFL with lessons learned from hosting Fantasy Football Now and ESPN’s top podcasts, he shows how adaptability, teamwork, and communication fuel winning cultures. With energy, humor, and relatable takeaways, Field delivers a talk that resonates with sports fans and business leaders alike, leaving audiences inspired to think strategically, work collaboratively, and embrace change.
FAQs
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Will Field Yates speak at private events?
Yes, Field Yates speaks at private corporate events, executive retreats, board meetings, and exclusive functions.
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How far in advance should I book Field Yates?
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- 2-3 months: Good availability
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- Under 30 days: Limited availability
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