NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has reaffirmed that Bad Bunny will perform at this year's Super Bowl halftime show, despite widespread criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump and some of his supporters.
The decision to book the Grammy-winning Puerto Rican artist, known for his outspoken opposition to Trump and his policies, was met with controversy upon its announcement in September. However, Goodell has stuck by his guns, saying that it was a "carefully thought-through" move that will showcase Bad Bunny's immense popularity on the world's biggest stage.
"We're confident it's going to be a great show," Goodell said, acknowledging that there may be additional talent added to the lineup. "He understands the platform that he's on, and I think it's going to be exciting and a united moment."
Trump, who has made appearances at major sporting events a significant part of his second term in office, expressed his disapproval of Bad Bunny's involvement, saying he had "never heard of" the artist. Trump also criticized the decision as "absolutely ridiculous," blaming a promoter for selecting Bad Bunny over another performer.
Goodell defended the decision, citing Bad Bunny's status as one of the leading and most popular entertainers in the world. The NFL aims to achieve entertainment value on its biggest stage, and Goodell believes that Bad Bunny will deliver that.
In other news, the San Francisco 49ers are hosting the Super Bowl on February 8 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. It is unclear whether Trump plans to attend, but he has made appearances at major sporting events a key part of his presidency.
Goodell also addressed ongoing discussions about potential rule changes, including an effort to ban the quarterback sneak play that was narrowly rejected in the spring. While there have been no formal proposals to revisit the rule change, Goodell acknowledged that the league will continue to monitor and evaluate its impact on the game.
Additionally, concerns about replay reviews and their length were raised during the meeting. However, Goodell reported a decrease in game times through the first seven weeks of the season, despite an increase in kick returns following adjustments to the dynamic kickoff rule.
Finally, discussions about potential changes to the regular season schedule, including an 18-game season, are expected to wait until the union chooses its long-term leader. The current collective bargaining agreement runs through the 2031 league year, and Goodell expects any talks to focus on a range of issues beyond just the 18-game proposal.
The decision to book the Grammy-winning Puerto Rican artist, known for his outspoken opposition to Trump and his policies, was met with controversy upon its announcement in September. However, Goodell has stuck by his guns, saying that it was a "carefully thought-through" move that will showcase Bad Bunny's immense popularity on the world's biggest stage.
"We're confident it's going to be a great show," Goodell said, acknowledging that there may be additional talent added to the lineup. "He understands the platform that he's on, and I think it's going to be exciting and a united moment."
Trump, who has made appearances at major sporting events a significant part of his second term in office, expressed his disapproval of Bad Bunny's involvement, saying he had "never heard of" the artist. Trump also criticized the decision as "absolutely ridiculous," blaming a promoter for selecting Bad Bunny over another performer.
Goodell defended the decision, citing Bad Bunny's status as one of the leading and most popular entertainers in the world. The NFL aims to achieve entertainment value on its biggest stage, and Goodell believes that Bad Bunny will deliver that.
In other news, the San Francisco 49ers are hosting the Super Bowl on February 8 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. It is unclear whether Trump plans to attend, but he has made appearances at major sporting events a key part of his presidency.
Goodell also addressed ongoing discussions about potential rule changes, including an effort to ban the quarterback sneak play that was narrowly rejected in the spring. While there have been no formal proposals to revisit the rule change, Goodell acknowledged that the league will continue to monitor and evaluate its impact on the game.
Additionally, concerns about replay reviews and their length were raised during the meeting. However, Goodell reported a decrease in game times through the first seven weeks of the season, despite an increase in kick returns following adjustments to the dynamic kickoff rule.
Finally, discussions about potential changes to the regular season schedule, including an 18-game season, are expected to wait until the union chooses its long-term leader. The current collective bargaining agreement runs through the 2031 league year, and Goodell expects any talks to focus on a range of issues beyond just the 18-game proposal.
. I mean, come on, Trump can't just dictate who gets to perform on one of the biggest stages in entertainment. The NFL is all about celebrating culture and giving a platform to artists who are pushing boundaries 
. And let's be real, Bad Bunny is a global superstar with a massive following 
. He's not going anywhere, so might as well give him his due moment under the bright lights 
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. like he's a talented artist who knows how to bring the heat 
. Trump can't even be bothered to learn about someone new, instead he just attacks from behind 
. Goodell did his research and thinks it'll be lit 
. why should we care if some rich dude has an opinion on music? let's focus on the game & entertainment value 
️. btw, 18-game season sounds like a good idea to me 
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. I think it's worth exploring, but I'm not convinced it's going to lead to better game times or player safety. The current schedule has its flaws, but changing it up now might just be a bunch of hooey 
. The thing is, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is sticking by his guns, saying Bad Bunny is a "carefully thought-through" move... yeah right 
. How can anyone be so confident in an artist they've never heard of? 
I mean think about it Bad Bunny is like the ultimate symbol of modern Latinx culture and his music is getting people moving all over the world, Trump is just mad cuz he can't control the narrative 
. Trump might not get it, but the rest of us do – we know how big a deal this is 
. The NFL's trying to bring some much-needed cool vibes to the game, and if Bad Bunny's part of that, then I'm all for it 
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? The NFL should be all about celebrating diversity and inclusivity, not just for the fans but for the players too 
Like, dude, if you can't handle some Latin vibes at the biggest sporting event in the US, maybe stay home and tweet from your golf course 