Cynthia Frelund

Cynthia Frelund (born August 24, 1983) is an American television sports analyst and writer who works for NFL Network, the broadcasting arm of the National Football League. A specialist in predictive analysis, Frelund has worked previously for ESPN and the NFL's League Office.

Biography Early years and education Cynthia Frelund was born August 24, 1982, in Okemos, Michigan. She is a graduate of Okemos High School, where she lettered in soccer and volleyball. She grew up as a fan of the National Football League (NFL) and the star running back of the Detroit Lions, Barry Sanders. From there she was hired by the league office of the NFL, where she held a position working as an analyst for the NFL's Chief Financial Officer, Anthony Noto. At the time of her hiring, Mark Preisler, executive vice president of Pegula Sports and Entertainment, producer of the preseason telecasts, called Frelund a "rising star" and noted his company's desire to "get away from a typical sideline reporter" in favor of making use of an expert to add in-game commentary about "next gen stats and trends."

Frelund's association with the Bills was slated to continue through the 2021 season with at least one appearance a week on the team's One Bills Live program.

Personal Frelund is a certified Pilates and group fitness instructor, gaining her credential in 2005.

Frelund is a lifelong fan of Detroit Lions.

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