For many, the Super Bowl is all about dazzling plays and bone-crushing tackles, but the off-field drama often steals the show. As the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs clash in New Orleans, here’s what else to watch for:
Will Kendrick Lamar Perform His Drake Diss Track?
Fresh off a Grammy-winning year, Kendrick Lamar headlines the halftime show alongside SZA. Fans are eager to see if he’ll perform Not Like Us, his scathing diss track aimed at Drake. With Drake recently filing a lawsuit alleging defamation and harassment, will Lamar take the high road or double down on the beef in front of a record-breaking audience?
Taylor Swift’s Engagement Rumors
Travis Kelce is chasing his fourth Super Bowl ring—and maybe planning to give one to Taylor Swift. Swifties will be watching closely for a post-game proposal, fueled by Kelce’s coy response when asked about it: “Wouldn’t you like to know?â€
David Beckham & Matt Damon’s “Brotherhoodâ€
Super Bowl ads are as iconic as the game itself. This year, Stella Artois is pairing David Beckham with an unexpected long-lost twin—Matt Damon. Meanwhile, Sydney Sweeney recreates When Harry Met Sally for Hellman’s, and Gordon Ramsay sells cookware in a fiery fashion.
Donald Trump Makes Super Bowl History
For the first time ever, a sitting U.S. president will attend the Super Bowl. Trump, now in his second term, has had a rocky history with the NFL, from clashing with commissioner Roger Goodell to criticizing players’ national anthem protests. Fox will also air an exclusive interview covering his first 100 days back in office.
NFL Changes Its Social Justice Messaging
The “End Racism†slogan—used in previous Super Bowls—will be absent this year. Instead, the league is opting for “Choose Love†and “It Takes All of Us,†citing recent tragedies rather than political pressure from the new administration.
National Anthem and Other Performances
Grammy winner Jon Batiste will sing The Star-Spangled Banner, with America the Beautiful and Lift Every Voice and Sing also on the pre-game setlist. Bettors will be watching the clock, as the length of the anthem is always a popular wager.
Super Bowl 59 promises unforgettable moments both on and off the field. Will the Chiefs make history with a three-peat, or can the Eagles take revenge for their last Super Bowl loss? One thing’s for sure—the drama won’t be limited to football.