Dianna Russini’s Return to NFL Reporting with BetUS

Dianna Russini is making a comeback in NFL insider reporting. Her new role was announced Monday, with her show, The Russini Report, debuting on BetUS this Wednesday. BetUS, known for its online sportsbook, has hired Russini as their official NFL analyst. She’ll host a live weekly show, write columns on NFL news, and discuss game matchups, along with interviewing guests.

The initial episode is set for noon ET on Wednesday and will feature Bill Parcells, a former coach for the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, and New England Patriots.

Russini’s return follows her resignation from The Athletic in April. This came after Page Six published photos of Russini with New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel in Sedona, Arizona. Both are married, and the images raised questions about their relationship. The Athletic’s review found a standards violation but no substantial evidence that her reporting was compromised. They noted the connection in some of her stories.

The incident affected Russini’s credibility, prompting her efforts to restore it. She spoke to People Magazine, sharing her experiences since leaving The Athletic. Russini described the past six months as ‘heartbreaking’ and said her husband, Kevin Goldschmidt, supported her throughout.

During her time away, NFL sources frequently checked on her well-being. ‘The loyalty the NFL showed was significant,’ she said, highlighting the league’s constant contact.

BetUS has announced Russini’s show in a press release to OutKick and Fox News Digital. Andres Vargas, BetUS’s head of content, is also involved. BetUS is an offshore sportsbook based in Costa Rica. It began operations in 1994 but lacks a U.S. state-issued license, leading to cease-and-desist orders in several states.

Armando Salguero, a senior writer at OutKick, has been reporting on this development.