NFL Defends Coverage Of Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Amid Backlash For ‘Pop Cultural Moment’
The NFL found itself at the center of controversy after its extensive coverage of pop sensation Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce sparked backlash, even from Kelce himself, who expressed that the league was going too far in highlighting their rumored romance.
In recent weeks, Taylor Swift has made appearances at two Chiefs games, including their notable 23-20 victory over the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. The game garnered massive viewership, becoming the most-watched Sunday show since the Super Bowl, with an average of 27 million TV viewers, according to NBC Sports.
During the broadcast, ads for Taylor Swift's upcoming concert film, "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," were featured, and the cameras frequently cut to Swift, who passionately cheered on the Chi...