Many football enthusiasts express their discontent over Taylor Swift’s frequent appearances on television during Kansas City Chiefs games, accusing the NFL and networks of forcing her into the spotlight. Skip Bayless, a former commentator for Fox Sports, appears to share this sentiment. He was notably agitated upon learning who joined the immensely popular singer in her luxury box during Saturday’s AFC Divisional Round match.
WNBA’s Rookie of the Year and rising star for the Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark, was seen alongside Swift as they watched Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and the rest of the two-time reigning champions go head-to-head against the Houston Texans, winning 23-14. Before the Chiefs clinched their spot in the seventh consecutive conference title game, Bayless voiced his irritation regarding their friendship.
Taylor Swift, Caitlin Clark gain attention at Chiefs-Texans game
While many jokingly refer to Swift’s fanbase, known as “the Swifties,” as a cult, Bayless seems to imply that Clark, 2024 All-WNBA First-Team selection, is at risk of being influenced. His passionate remarks are expected to provoke strong responses, particularly given that the 14-time Grammy Award winner is one of the most recognized personas globally. Nevertheless, Clark is a standout in her own right.
The 22-year-old guard and Chiefs supporter averaged 19.2 points, 8.4 assists (set a record with 337 assists), 5.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game with a shooting percentage of 41.7. She was instrumental in guiding the Fever to the playoffs for the first time in eight years. Clark is emerging as a prominent figure with the potential for even greater stardom as her career evolves.
The outing between Taylor Swift and Caitlin Clark is trending and will likely continue to attract attention, regardless of whether Bayless can accept it. No matter who fills the stands at Arrowhead Stadium next Sunday, all eyes will be on the action on the field. The Chiefs are set to host either the Buffalo Bills or Baltimore Ravens, paving the way for a significant showdown.
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