Jayne Kennedy Overton: Trailblazing Pioneer of The NFL Today

In 1978, Jayne Kennedy Overton walked onto the set of The NFL Today and made history. She was the first Black woman to appear on the iconic pre-game show.

The path wasn't easy. She faced racial and gender discrimination in a male-dominated industry. But she persisted—from Miss Ohio to national television to the National Museum of African-American History and Culture, where her contributions are now preserved.

In her memoir, Plain Jayne, she reflects on the importance of representation and the pride she carries as a pioneer for her community and family.