Star Philadelphia running back Saquon Barkley took to the airwaves on Wednesday to address the recent spectacle at the Super Bowl involving Taylor Swift, the girlfriend of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. Barkley urged fans to show some restraint and not boo Swift, who was merely supporting her significant other from the bleachers at the game in New Orleans.
During an appearance on “The Howard Stern Show,” Barkley was prompted about the possibility of Kelce and Swift tying the knot. Barkley remained neutral on the subject, quickly pivoting to express his bewilderment at why the pop star faced backlash from the crowd when her image was displayed on the Jumbotron.
“I don’t understand it,” Barkley remarked, emphasizing that Swift’s presence at the game played a role in expanding the sport’s reach and appeal. He emphasized the importance of embracing inclusivity and growing the game on a global scale, highlighting Swift’s contribution to the sport’s popularity.
The Philadelphia Eagles, led by Barkley and Jalen Hurts, triumphed over the two-time defending Super Bowl champions in a stunning upset on Sunday. The victory marked the end of an era as the Eagles shattered the hopes of the Kansas City Chiefs to secure an unprecedented third consecutive Super Bowl win.
Following their historic win, Barkley and Hurts made the rounds on various talk shows, including a lively appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” The host teased the guests with footage of New York Giants management lamenting Barkley’s departure to Philadelphia as a free agent. However, Barkley chose to take the high road, expressing gratitude towards his former team for giving him the opportunity to flourish in the league.
Acknowledging his six seasons with the Giants, Barkley emphasized his eagerness to forge a new legacy as an Eagle. Drawing a parallel to Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk, who is primarily associated with the St. Louis Rams despite his time with the Indianapolis Colts, Barkley embraced his new role in Philadelphia and aspired to leave a lasting mark with his new team.
