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President Donald Trump was at Super Bowl LIX last weekend to see the Philadelphia Eagles clobber the Kansas City Chiefs, and on Sunday, he is expected to attend NASCAR’s Super Bowl – the Daytona 500.

“The Great American Race” is set to begin at 1:30 p.m. ET on FOX at Daytona International Speedway, which kicks off the 2025 NASCAR season.

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President Donald Trump speaks before the start of the NASCAR Daytona 500 in Florida, Feb. 16, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

It’s the second time Trump is attending the race. He was there in 2020, and given the honor of being the grand marshal of the event as he ran for president. He said then on Fox News that he liked NASCAR because of the bravery of drivers pursuing “pure American glory.”

He said the Daytona 500 is a “legendary display of roaring engines, soaring spirits and the American skill, speed and power that we’ve been hearing about for so many years. The tens of thousands of patriots here today have come for the fast cars and the world-class motorsports. But NASCAR fans never forget that no matter who wins the race, what matters most is God, family and country.”

KYLE LARSON IS ON A TEAR IN 2025. CAN HE KEEP IT GOING WITH A DAYTONA 500 WIN?

Bubba Wallace drives during a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500 on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, in Florida. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace, who got into a spat with Trump during the 2020 season, was asked during the week about the possibility of the president attending the race. He said he “couldn’t care less” if Trump showed up or not.

“We’re here to race. Not for the show,” Wallace added.

Chase Briscoe is on the pole for the race with Austin Cindric next to him on the front row. Wallace is in third.

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Kyle Larson waits while his crew makes adjustments to his car during a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Defending NASCAR champion Joey Logano qualified 10th.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.

February 16, 2025
Jalen Hurts reveals why he wouldn’t smile despite Eagles’ massive lead in Super Bowl LIX

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was not happy with his team’s blowout win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Sunday’s Super Bowl.

With his team up 40-6 late in the second half and his first-ever Lombardi Trophy all but clinched, Hurts pouted and frowned on the sideline in new footage released by the NFL.

In the footage, Hurts’ teammate, tight end Grant Calcaterra, told the quarterback, “You can crack a smile, too.”

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) talks to offensive coordinator Kellen Moore during the first half of the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Hurts responded by explaining he still wasn’t over his last Super Bowl loss, when the Eagles fell 38-35 to the Chiefs in the 2023 Super Bowl.

“I can’t lie to you, bro. The last one changed my soul man,” Hurts said. “This ain’t ever over until the fat lady sings.”

Hurts has been vocal about how motivational the Super Bowl loss was.

WHO’S NEXT? PREDICTING THE NEXT 5 SUPER BOWL MATCHUPS

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts smiles on the podium next to defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) after a win over the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

In the summer of 2023, months after that game, Hurts revealed that the wallpaper on his phone was a picture of him walking off the field disappointed as red and yellow confetti fell to the field.

Prior to the start of the Super Bowl on Sunday, Hurts revealed during an interview on Fox’s pregame show he had kept that image as his phone wallpaper in the two years since the loss.

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The Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, left, and Saquon Barkley (26) celebrate after Hurts ran for a touchdown in the second half in Arlington, Texas, Nov. 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson)

Now, even after winning a Super Bowl, Hurts doesn’t plan on changing the wallpaper.

“I guess people anticipate me to change it, [but] it’s just a wallpaper. It’s a humble reminder for me,” Hurts said Tuesday in an interview on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”

“It’s gonna remain. There’s no urgency to change it.”

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Jackson Thompson is a sports writer for Fox News Digital. He previously worked for ESPN and Business Insider. Jackson has covered the Super Bowl and NBA Finals, and has interviewed iconic figures Usain Bolt, Rob Gronkowski, Jerry Rice, Troy Aikman, Mike Trout, David Ortiz and Roger Clemens.

February 13, 2025
Serena Williams explains Super Bowl LIX halftime show appearance amid criticism: ‘End of story’

Serena Wililams offered a simple explanation to address criticism she received after making an appearance during Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show, calling it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

The tennis legend, who retired from the sport in 2022, posted a video on Instagram showing the behind-scenes leading up to her cameo.

Serena Williams dances during halftime of the Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

In the post, she shared a brief explanation why she accepted Lamar’s invitation.

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“When @kendricklamar and team called and was like ‘we’ve been trying to do something forever, what about this? We loved your crip walk at the Olympics after you won the gold medal.’ I’m like Super Bowl? Are you serious?

“When in the world would I ever be able to dance at a superbowl? (Never) let’s do it!”

Williams’ added that she knew her “winning dance” at the 2012 Olympic Games in London “would pay off one day.”

Serena Williams dances during halftime of the Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

SERENA WILLIAMS’ HUSBAND FIRES BACK AT CRITICS OVER HER SUPER BOWL LIX HALFTIME SHOW CRIP WALK

“End of story,” she added.

Williams’ explanation comes after she faced criticism for her choice of dance and for performing alongside the rival of rapper Drake, with whom Williams was previously involved in a relationship.

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith was among those who criticized Williams, saying he would divorce his wife if she was “trolling her ex.”

Serena Williams dances on stage during halftime of the Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

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But Williams’ husband, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, defended Williams

“Some of y’all have no idea how criticized Serena was for this same dance at Wimbledon 13 years ago and it shows…. This is bigger than the music,” he said in a post on X.

Fox News’ Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report.

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February 13, 2025
Eagles defensive star Josh Sweat believes he ‘should’ve’ been named Super Bowl LIX MVP

The Philadelphia Eagles’ defense shut out the Kansas City Chiefs for most of Sunday’s Super Bowl, giving the team a 34-0 lead before Patrick Mahomes responded late in the second half.

One of the team’s top defensive stars believes his performance was worthy of the MVP award.

The Philadelphia Eagles’ Josh Sweat reacts after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the first half of the Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Mahomes was sacked a career-high six times during Sunday’s beatdown, and veteran edge rusher Josh Sweat led the charge with 2½ sacks, a career best.

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The Chiefs’ offense was limited to 23 yards in the first half, and Mahomes was picked off twice, including rookie Cooper DeJean’s pick-six on his 22nd birthday.

The Eagles’ defense had a field day. And Sweat, whose performance went beyond the stat line, believed that was enough to earn the MVP honor.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) tries to avoid the reach of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Josh Sweat, left, during the first half of the Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

EAGLES’ JALEN HURTS NAMED SUPER BOWL LIX MVP: ‘GOD IS GOOD’

“I should’ve had it,” Sweat said of the Super Bowl MVP, via The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I could’ve had it. It’s all good, though.”

The last defensive player to be named Super Bowl MVP was Von Miller in the 2016 Super Bowl. Miller recorded six tackles, 2½ sacks and two forced fumbles during that game. Sweat registered six total tackles and 2½ sacks in Sunday’s game.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) runs past the Philadelphia Eagles’ Josh Sweat (19) during the second half of the Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

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Instead, quarterback Jalen Hurts was named Super Bowl MVP.

In his second Super Bowl appearance, Hurts completed 17 of 22 passes for 221 yards and two touchdowns and ran for 72 yards and a touchdown to lead the Eagles to a 40-22 win and the team’s second Lombardi Trophy.

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February 13, 2025
Eagles’ DeVonta Smith reaches rare milestones in Super Bowl LIX victory

The Kansas City Chiefs failed to reach the historical milestone of becoming the first team in NFL history to win three straight Super Bowls.

But history was still made in Super Bowl LIX.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson (35) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith, who led the team with 69 receiving yards, scored on a 46-yard touchdown reception on Sunday to give Philadelphia a 34-0 lead. The Chiefs would eventually respond late in the second half, but it wasn’t enough, and the Eagles were crowned Super Bowl champions.

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As a result, the former Alabama standout became just the fifth player in league history to win the Heisman, a national title and the Super Bowl.

He joined Tony Dorsett, Marcus Allen, Charles Woodson and Reggie Bush, according to the Heisman website.

Smith, who was a member of Alabama’s undefeated team in 2020, is also the first Heisman winner to score a touchdown catch in the Super Bowl and the sixth to play in at least two championship games.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Doug Benc)

SUPER BOWL LIX SHATTERS VIEWERSHIP RECORDS AS MILLIONS WATCHED EAGLES WIN

Late in the fourth quarter of the big game, Smith found former Alabama teammate Jalen Hurts, and the two shared an emotional exchange.

“Appreciate you man,” Smith said as he hugged Hurts. “Hey man, this ain’t our last time at this.”

“It’s been a ride man,” Hurts responded. “You deserve it bro.”

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Smith and Hurts have been teammates in Philadelphia for four seasons, and played together at Alabama during the 2017 and 2018 seasons.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) makes a touchdown catch past Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson (35) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

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February 12, 2025
Serena Williams’ husband fires back at critics over her Super Bowl LIX halftime show crip walk

Serena Williams’ husband came to the tennis legend’s defense on social media amid criticism over her decision to participate in Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show and crip walk.

Williams performed the dance move in the midst of Lamar’s diss track toward rival rapper Drake. The retired tennis star also had a previous relationship with Drake, making her appearance during the track even more eyebrow-raising.

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Serena Williams dances during halftime at Super Bowl LIX, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

She was one of a few surprises Lamar had for the show, which also included Samuel L. Jackson dressed as “Uncle Sam” doing social commentary in between the Compton rapper’s songs.

While some criticized Williams, Alexis Ohanian wrote in a post on X that her appearance was “bigger than music.”

“Some of y’all have no idea how criticized Serena was for this same dance at Wimbledon 13 years ago and it shows…. This is bigger than the music,” the Reddit co-founder wrote.

Williams crip-walked while at Wimbledon during the 2012 Olympics in London and drew criticism as well.

STEPHEN A SMITH SAYS HE WOULD DIVORCE SERENA WILLIAMS FOR SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW CAMEO

Serena Williams dances on stage during Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show at Super Bowl LIX, Sunday in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

“Also just wait until some of these folks learn about the illicit/criminal origins of Irish step-dancing or Northern English clog dancing! They’ll be APPALLED I tell you. OUTRAGED, even,” Ohanian added.

Williams appeared to be unbothered by the criticism. She posted several videos of herself before and after the halftime show.

“Let’s go Super Bowl halftime??! I died a little!” she wrote in one post Sunday night.

Williams is one of the most accomplished tennis players in recent memory – man or woman. She won 23 Grand Slam titles – second in women’s tennis history behind Margaret Court.

Serena Williams is cheered after her career-ending match at the U.S. Open in Flushing, New York, on Sept. 2, 2022. (John Conrad Williams, Jr./Newsday RM via Getty Images)

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She retired from professional tennis in 2022.

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February 11, 2025
Jason Kelce opens up about ‘mixed emotions’ after brother Travis Kelce loses to Eagles in Super Bowl LIX

For former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, Super Bowl LIX was an emotional roller coaster through the end.

Kelce was faced with the dilemma of rooting for his former team or his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. In the end, it was the Birds that ended up victorious. While that gave the former NFL player something to cheer about, Jason expressed just how complicated his feelings about the big game were in a lengthy post on social media Monday.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce waves to the crowd after a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

“Congratulations to the Philadelphia Eagles, my former teammates, and friends on being SB LIX Champions!! There were a lot of emotions last night, and now that I’ve collected my thoughts, I’ll attempt to share them in the longest tweet ever,” Jason began in a post on X.

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“That game was odd for me to watch if I’m being completely honest. I knew it was going to be mixed emotions before, during, and after, and I now know what my parents had to deal with two years ago,” he said, referencing Super Bowl LVII where the two brothers played against one another.

“On one hand, I wanted what is best for my brother, and to see his success. And on the other hand, there are so many people, teammates, and coaches, in the Philadelphia Eagles organization that I care deeply about, many of whom I owe my own success to throughout my career.”

Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles speaks with Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs after Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium on Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Jason congratulated his former teammates and coaches, adding that they “proved themselves to be undoubtedly the best team this season.”

EAGLES’ CJ GARDNER-JOHNSON TROLLS TRAVIS KELCE AFTER SUPER BOWL LIX WIN

He also went into detail about Travis and the Chiefs’ accomplishments.

“As for my brother, there isn’t a person I love or care about more. It has been tough to process these feelings, of course I feel for him and am always rooting for him, but I know he does not need, nor want my pity. He has amassed greatness few on this planet could ever dream of, as has his team, and they should feel pride in their accomplishments this season and in the past. I know right now they are still thinking of last night and the shortcomings in the last game, but in time that will fade, and the greatness they have exhibited as a group will remain as one of the most dominant eras of football ever.”

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce adjusts his helmet prior to Super Bowl LIX, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

The Chiefs were chasing history this season, looking to become the first NFL team to ever win three consecutive championships. But the Eagles put on a show to rout the defending champs 40-22.

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“Congratulations Philadelphia, I look forward to the speeches and celebrations that will happen in the coming days. I mean who doesn’t love a parade,” Jason said before adding, “Go Birds.”

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February 11, 2025
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac calls Taylor Swift boos at Super Bowl LIX ‘lame’

Golf influencer Paige Spiranac came to the defense of Taylor Swift on Monday as the pop star was booed when she was shown on the video board during Super Bowl LIX.

Swift was at the game supporting her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs – as she has done for the last two seasons. However, Philadelphia Eagles fans swarmed the city of New Orleans and made their presence felt throughout the game.

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Ice Spice, from left, Taylor Swift, Este Haim and Alana Haim watch during the first half of the Super Bowl LIX football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Eagles fans booed Chiefs players when they took the field and made their feelings about Swift known in the stadium, though Swift is from West Reading, Pennsylvania, and even sang about being a fan of the guys in green and white.

Spiranac gave her thoughts on the boos towards Swift in a post on X.

“It was reported that the NFL’s brand value has increased almost 1 billion dollars since Taylor Swift started dating Kelce,” she wrote. “The NFL is using her popularity to boost their brand. So booing Taylor Swift is lame. She was just showing up to support her significant other. The amount of times she’s shown at a game or posted on social media is out of her control.”

EAGLES’ CJ GARDNER-JOHNSON TROLLS TRAVIS KELCE AFTER SUPER BOWL LIX WIN

Paige Spiranac attends the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2024 Issue Release and 60th Anniversary Celebration at Hard Rock Hotel New York on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit)

The Swift effect was real and talked about a lot during the 2023 season, but all of that tailed off a bit in 2024. She was shown fewer times on television than she was when she and Kelce first started dating and was only shown a handful of times during the Super Bowl LIX broadcast.

Tennis great Serena Williams also defended Swift on X.

“I love you @taylorswift13 dont listen to those booo!!” Williams wrote.

Boos or not, Swift will now embark on an entire offseason with Kelce. Last year, she was still in the midst of her “Eras Tour.” This time, she will get a firsthand look at what the tight end will decide to do about his playing career.

Retirement rumors have swirled around Kelce all season. He said Swift gave him the green light to continue playing if he wanted.

Taylor Swift arrives at the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 in Los Angeles. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

“She’s fully encouraging me to enjoy playing this game,” the 10-time Pro Bowler said last month on “The Stephen A. Smith Show,” adding that Swift loves coming to Arrowhead Stadium for games.

“I got all the support in the world to keep chasing these dreams.”

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Kelce suggested he had contemplated stepping away, but his mind “changes every single day.”

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February 11, 2025
Super Bowl LIX shatters viewership records as millions watched Eagles win

Super Bowl LIX shattered records as NFL fans tuned in or streamed the Philadelphia Eagles’ blowout win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night, 40-22, in New Orleans.

FOX Sports announced on Monday that a projected average of 126 million watched the game across FOX, FOX Deportes, Tubi, Telemundo and NFL Digital properties. The game was broadcast on FOX and streamed live for free on Tubi for the first time ever.

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Philadelphia Eagles players celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Eagles won the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

About 135.7 million viewers tuned in at the peak, which FOX Sports said was between 8 and 8:15 p.m. ET in the second quarter of the game. By that time, the Eagles were already well on their way to a big victory.

Additionally, FOX Sports said 14.5 million streamed the game on Tubi and NFL Digital properties. Tubi received 13.6 million viewers alone.

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Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean, #33, scores a touchdown after intercepting a pass during the first half of Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

The Eagles won the game behind outstanding performances from quarterback Jalen Hurts and the defense, which was able to torment Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and shut down the offense almost completely.

Hurts was named Super Bowl MVP.

“This is the ultimate team game. You can’t be great without the greatness of others. Great performance by everybody — offense, defense, special teams,” head coach Nick Sirianni said. “We didn’t really ever care what anyone thought about how we won, or their opinions. All we want to do is win.”

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, #15, and wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster, #9, walk off the field after a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

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The game also featured the Chiefs’ shot at three consecutive Super Bowl titles, Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance, a Taylor Swift appearance and an historic visit from President Donald Trump, who became the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl.

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February 11, 2025
Eagles’ CJ Gardner-Johnson trolls Travis Kelce after Super Bowl LIX win

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Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson trolled Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce in a post on social media following the team’s Super Bowl LIX victory on Sunday.

Gardner-Johnson, who had an interception return for a touchdown nullified late in the game, posted a message seemingly directed toward the star tight end and his romantic life.

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Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, #8, celebrates after winning Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Feb. 9, 2025. (Geoff Burke-Imagn Images)

“Should’ve stayed w that thick s***” he wrote as the caption.

Gardner-Johnson seemed to reference Kelce’s ex Kayla Nicole and made a comparison towards the tight end’s current flame, pop star Taylor Swift. Both women were on hand to watch the Eagles rout the Chiefs, 40-22.

Nicole was on the field blowing the green and white confetti around while celebrating the Eagles’ win. Kelce was seen after the game going up to Swift’s suite to meet with her before he left with the team. Kelce appeared downcast as he walked off the field following the loss.

CHIEFS’ PATRICK MAHOMES LEAVES OUT TEAMMATE WHILE SHAKING HANDS DURING SUPER BOWL LIX LOSS

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and Kayla Nicole arrive for the 2018 ESPYS at Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles on July 18, 2018. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

The question will be whether Kelce returns to the Chiefs for the 2025 season or whether he walks into the sunset and retires.

For Gardner-Johnson, he will be with the team on Friday when they celebrate their title win in Philadelphia. He had three tackles in the Super Bowl.

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Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, #8, practices before Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Feb. 9, 2025. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)

Gardner-Johnson played in 16 games for the Eagles in 2024. He tied his career high with six interceptions. He returned one during the regular season for a touchdown.

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February 11, 2025