Kelly Clarkson defended her comments about the NFL’s coverage of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s romance after facing backlash. On The Kelly Clarkson Show, she joked about how the NFL’s focus on Swift felt like “watching Housewives” instead of football, noting that commentators seemed more interested in gossip than the game itself. Some fans criticized Clarkson, calling her jealous, while others defended her, agreeing that the NFL’s coverage was excessive.
Swift’s presence at Kansas City Chiefs games has boosted the NFL’s viewership, particularly among women, with a reported $331.5 million increase in value for both the team and the league. Despite the praise, not everyone was pleased with the media attention, and Clarkson was among the voices expressing frustration.
Clarkson later clarified that her comments were meant to be lighthearted and not to take away from Swift’s impact. The NFL defended its coverage, calling it a cultural moment that intersected with both sports and entertainment, and pointing to the positive attention it brought to the league.
While some viewers enjoy the attention Swift and Kelce’s romance brings to the NFL, others, like Clarkson, feel the focus has overshadowed the actual game.
