Owens, known for her outspoken views on various social and political issues, took to her podcast this morning to express her dissatisfaction with Swiftâs increasing visibility in the NFL community. Swift, who has been a frequent attendee at recent NFL games, particularly those of the Kansas City Chiefs, has garnered significant attention not just for her presence, but also for her rumored relationship with star player Travis Kelce.
Owensâ criticism centers on Swiftâs alleged promotion of âwokeâ ideology, a term used by some conservatives to describe progressive social and political movements. âTaylor Swift has become the poster child for everything that is wrong with Hollywood and the entertainment industry today,â Owens said during her podcast. âHer constant virtue signaling and involvement in political activism are poisoning the minds of young Americans. The NFL should ban her from attending games.â
Swift has been vocal in her support for various social justice causes, including LGBTQ+ rights, gender equality, and voter registration efforts. Her activism has made her a polarizing figure, particularly among conservative circles.
Owens continued her tirade by suggesting that Swiftâs presence at NFL games could alienate a significant portion of the leagueâs fan base. âThe NFL is supposed to be a place where Americans can come together, enjoy the sport, and forget about politics. Taylor Swift is bringing her divisive politics into the stadium, and itâs only going to hurt the league in the long run.â
While Owensâ comments have sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with some supporting her stance and others defending Swift, the NFL has yet to make any official statement regarding the issue. Swift, who is currently on the international leg of her âEras Tour,â has not responded to Owensâ remarks.