Jalen Hurts Supports Kid Rock's Opinion on Super Bowl Halftime Show: "We Need Real Performers"
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has voiced his agreement with Kid Rock’s controversial take on the Super Bowl halftime show, expressing support for the rock-country rebel’s criticism of the event's current musical direction. Hurts, who has always been vocal about his preferences for authentic and powerful performances, sided with Kid Rock after the musician took to X (formerly Twitter) to criticize the choice of TikTok dancers headlining the iconic show.
Kid Rock’s tweet read: “So now the Super Bowl’s letting TikTok dancers headline? What’s next, a mariachi band doing Drake covers? Bring back real performers, not reggaeton karaoke.” The comment sparked a debate, with fans and celebrities divided on the topic.
Hurts, who has long been an advocate for both sports and music with genuine, hard-hitting roots, offered his support for Kid Rock’s viewpoint. “I get where Kid Rock’s coming from. The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the biggest stages in the world, and it’s an opportunity to showcase real, raw talent. I think the performers should reflect that energy and authenticity,” Hurts said in a recent interview.
The Eagles' quarterback added that while he appreciates all forms of music, he feels strongly that the Super Bowl stage should be reserved for musicians with a lasting impact, those who have shaped the industry with their artistry and hard work.
“Music is all about expression and creativity, and we should celebrate all genres. But at the Super Bowl, we want to see icons, the real legends who have stood the test of time,” Hurts continued. “I support Kid Rock’s call for more authenticity. It’s about giving fans the real experience they deserve.”
As the debate continues over the direction of the Super Bowl halftime shows, Jalen Hurts’ endorsement of Kid Rock’s stance adds another layer to the conversation. Fans are now left wondering whether future performances will continue to cater to newer trends or return to the classic, high-energy performances that made the halftime show iconic.
Injury Update: Deebo Samuel a Game-Time Decision for Commanders vs. Chicago Bears
The Washington Commanders will help close out Week 6 of the 2025 NFL campaign on Monday Night Football when they take on the Chicago Bears. After pulling off a big win over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 5, the Commanders are feeling good about themselves right now, but injuries could change that feeling very quickly.
Washington has been hit hard by the injury bug early in the new season, and while it has quarterback Jayden Daniels back under center, he’s running out of guys to throw the ball to. Both Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown have been ruled out for this game, and hours before kickoff, they received a murky update on Deebo Samuel‘s injury status.
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If Samuel can’t suit up, picking up a win could suddenly become much more difficult for the Commanders. That would leave an inexperienced trio of Luke McCaffrey, Jaylin Lane, and Chris Moore as the team’s only wide receivers, with Zach Ertz also factoring into the mix at tight end. Running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. is also questionable, which could present more issues for Washington.
The Bears aren’t necessarily the best team in the league, but they are coming off a bye week, which has allowed them to get a bit healthier for this game than the Commanders. Beyond that, they have also won their past two games, so they clearly have some positive momentum heading into this one. Washington will be closely monitoring Samuel’s status ahead of its 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff, and his availability could play a huge role in determining who wins this game.
