Things Have Gotten So Wild With Bad Bunny Super Bowl Backlash, The NFL Commissioner Actually Had To Weigh In

The NFL season is brand new, but people are already talking about the Super Bowl. While we don’t know which teams will compete in Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California, we do know who will perform at halftime – and that announcement has caused quite a bit of debate.

The choice of Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl halftime performer has sparked considerable criticism, even leading to a petition requesting country star George Strait take his place. The issue has reached NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who recently addressed the controversy in a press conference (according to NFL.com). He stated that facing backlash over the halftime show is a common occurrence.

We put a lot of consideration into this decision. It’s rare when we choose an artist without receiving some negative feedback or criticism – it’s difficult to avoid when you’re dealing with such a large audience, hundreds of millions of people.

Although the NFL is based in the United States, football is becoming increasingly popular worldwide. This has led to games being played internationally and a larger global fanbase. As NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell points out, with so many viewers, it’s simply impossible to satisfy everyone.

Roger Goodell isn’t the only one discussing Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance. The President also voiced his disapproval, calling the choice “crazy” and admitting he didn’t recognize the artist. Goodell responded by noting that while the President may not follow popular music, Bad Bunny is a global superstar, which is why he was selected for the show. Goodell then continued speaking…

He’s a hugely successful and well-loved performer globally, and that’s the level of success we’re aiming for. This event is a key part of our efforts to deliver great entertainment.

Some people are disappointed Bad Bunny is performing at the Super Bowl halftime show instead of Taylor Swift. Swift is incredibly popular worldwide, just like Bad Bunny, and her fans were hoping to see her perform, especially since her fiancé, Travis Kelce, might be playing in the game as well, making the event even more special.

Although Roger Goodell didn’t respond to calls for Bad Bunny to be removed from the Super Bowl performance, it’s doubtful the NFL will change its mind. The current criticism might lessen temporarily, but it’s likely to resurface and intensify as the Super Bowl approaches.

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2025-10-23 17:38