NFL fans express frustration as NBC’s excessive coverage of Taylor Swift during the Jets-Chiefs game draws criticism.
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NFL fans tuning in to watch the Jets-Chiefs game on Sunday night were in for a surprise as Taylor Swift became a focal point of the broadcast. Swift, who was in attendance to watch her rumored boyfriend Travis Kelce play, was featured on screen multiple times throughout the game, leading to backlash from viewers who felt the coverage was excessive.
NBC anchor Mike Tirico made mention of Swift’s presence as soon as the cameras spotted her in the stands, and the network cut to her 17 times during the broadcast. Fans took to social media to voice their frustration, with some stating that the constant cutaways to Swift were “destroying football.”
The most contentious moment came after the Chiefs scored their first touchdown, and NBC’s cameras immediately cut to Swift hugging her friends. This led to criticism as fans believed the focus should have been on the players celebrating on the field.
Swift’s presence at NFL games has generated significant attention in recent weeks, with rumors swirling about her relationship with Travis Kelce, the Chiefs’ tight end. Their appearances together at games have fueled speculation about their relationship status.
While some fans expressed annoyance at the coverage of Swift, it’s worth noting that the Chiefs-Bears game she attended the previous week was the most viewed of the weekend, with an average of 24.3 million viewers tuning in on Fox.
Swift is currently on a break from her Eras Tour, which will resume in November. Her decision to watch Kelce play has not only generated media attention but also boosted Kelce’s jersey sales significantly.
As fans continue to debate the role of celebrities in sports broadcasts, it remains to be seen how networks will balance coverage to satisfy both football enthusiasts and celebrity followers.
