John Eads Biography
John Eads is an American journalist working for WAFB as a sports anchor and reporter since he was promoted in October 2023. He joined the station in July 2023 as a sports reporter and news anchor.
John Eads Education
Eads joined the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University in 2019 after finishing his education at the University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy. In 2023, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism.
While in college, he worked as a co-host of On the Bench, Citrus TV’s half-hour weekly show that sheds light on the latest Syracuse sports in a Sportscenter-style format. He was also a staff member for WAER Sports Talk and WJPZ Radio. He interned at NewsChannel 9 WSYR and the United Shore Professional Baseball League.
John Eads Career
Eads works for WAFB as a sports anchor and reporter. He moved to the sports department in October 2023 after working as a sports reporter and news anchor. In this role, he anchors the sports shows on the weekend, reports on high school sports in South Louisiana, and follows the LSU Baseball team.
Over the years, Eads has broadcast the Tigers’ 2025 National Championship run in Omaha, historic state championships, and occasionally covered big weather events. He and WAFB’s sports team won a LAB Award in 2026 for Best Sports Show in the Television Large Market division for Sportsline Friday Nite, the station’s Friday night high school football show.
John Eads Age
Eads likes to keep his personal life private and hence has not yet disclosed the year and month he was born. It is, therefore, not known when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 20s.
John Eads Height
Eads stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
John Eads Family
Eads is a native of Detroit, Michigan, but has managed to keep his personal life out of the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any information about his parents. It is also not known whether Eads has any siblings.
John Eads Wife
Eads is very private about his personal life; therefore, it is not known if he is in any relationship. There are also no rumors of his being in any past relationship with anyone.
John Eads Net Worth
Eads has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million – $5 million, which he has earned through being a journalist.
John Eads Salary
Eads earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
John Eads WAFB
Eads is working at WAFB, where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters, including;
- Greg Meriwether
- Elizabeth Vowell
- Deon Guillory
- Gabriella Mercurio
- Matt Venezia
- Ethan Tuttle
- Jared Silverman
- Henry Blakes
- Jacques Doucet
- Jeff Morrow