Robert Kraft Supports Kid Rock's All-American Halftime Show with Turning Point USA, Declares Strong Message for America
Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, has publicly supported Kid Rock’s All-American Halftime Show in partnership with Turning Point USA, praising the event for its patriotic tone and clear message of American values. With tickets sold out within hours and a crowd of passionate fans chanting slogans like "Hold the Line, Skip the Bunny," Kraft highlighted how the event resonates with the current cultural climate and the importance of freedom and individuality in America.
“I’m fully behind Kid Rock’s All-American Halftime Show,” Kraft said in a statement. “It’s a celebration of what makes America great — our love for music, our appreciation for freedom, and our unwavering support for values that unite us as a country. This event, along with Turning Point USA’s involvement, is exactly the kind of positive, patriotic message that America needs right now.”
The All-American Halftime Show, which is set to be a major spectacle, has sparked significant excitement among fans, especially those who feel that traditional American values are being overlooked in mainstream entertainment. The event's growing popularity has led to a wave of support, as crowds flocked to buy tickets, eager to be part of the celebration of freedom and independence.
Kraft, who is known for his strong opinions on various cultural issues, emphasized that the show represents more than just a performance. “It’s a message. A loud and clear message to the NFL and to everyone watching that America is choosing guitar over political correctness, passion over censorship, and freedom over division,” he said.
The chant, "Hold the Line, Skip the Bunny," was widely understood to be a direct response to the cultural and political debates currently unfolding in the country, especially in relation to the entertainment industry. The phrase symbolizes a rallying cry for those who want to preserve traditional American values in the face of changing trends in media and entertainment.
“Events like this remind us of the power of music, unity, and standing up for what you believe in,” Kraft continued. “It’s not about divisiveness; it’s about bringing people together under a shared love for our country.”
As the countdown to the All-American Halftime Show continues, Kid Rock and Turning Point USA are gearing up to deliver a performance that promises to stir up conversation, inspire patriotism, and send a powerful message to the NFL and beyond. Kraft’s endorsement reflects the growing movement of Americans who are eager to reclaim their cultural space and stand strong for the principles they believe in.
Buccaneers Reveal Shocking News on WR Jalen McMillan’s Neck Injury
If you had to stop and say “Wait, what?” with the recent news on Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan’s neck injury, that’s OK. You’re not alone.
With the Buccaneers on a bye in Week 9 and McMillan still out with what was thought to be a severely strained neck, Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles revealed that it wasn’t actually a strained neck.
Bowles disclosed McMillan’s injury was actually a fractured neck during an interview on The Ira Kaufman Podcast.
McMillan hurt his neck in a preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 16 and was initially projected to be out for at least the first 8 games of the regular season. In October, that was amended to McMillan not being able to return until at least Week 14.
“Bucs receiver Jalen McMillan remains in a neck brace two months after his severe sprain in August, but hasn’t had any setbacks,” Fox Sports NFL Reporter Greg Auman wrote on his official X account on October 13. “On course for a December return right now. Some of the original reporting on McMillan’s timetable had mentioned a Week 10 return after the Bucs’ bye, but the expectation was a December return and still is.”
ESPN’s Jenna Laine had perhaps the clearest take on the confusion around the McMillan injury.
“Adding … Jalen McMillan did not require surgery for this,” Laine wrote on her official X account on November 1. “Unclear why it was a ‘significant neck strain’ in August but a fracture now. The MRI would have revealed the ligament damage and the fracture … It’s unclear whether the structural damage was part of the original diagnosis and that information was withheld or whether it was revealed later through additional testing.”
Wide Receiver Injuries Rampant on Bucs
McMillan’s injury has been part of the bigger injury storyline for the Buccaneers this season of traumatic injuries to their wide receivers.
As of Week 9, all 3 of the Buccaneers’ starting wide receivers from last season were not available due to injuries.
NFL All-Pro Mike Evans is on injured reserve after he broke his collarbone in a Week 7 loss to the Detroit Lions, and that came after already missing 3 games with a hamstring injury.
NFL All-Pro Chris Godwin returned from a gruesome dislocated ankle suffered in Week 7 of the 2024 regular season, but only played 2 games before irritation in that same ankle flared up. He’s missed 6 games this year.
Rookie wide receiver and 2025 first round pick Emeka Egbuka has been the one who has picked up the most slack — he leads the Buccaneers with 34 receptions for 562 yards and 5 touchdowns.
McMillan Ended Rookie Year Looking Elite
McMillan, a 2024 third round pick (No. 92 overall), had 37 receptions for 461 yards and 8 touchdowns as a rookie. He put up the bulk of those stats down the stretch with 24 receptions for 316 yards over the final 5 games of the regular season — a stretch in which he led the NFL with 7 touchdowns.
From the Buccaneers’ official X account in December 2024: “J Mac’s 4 straight games with a TD grab is tied for the fourth-longest streak by a rookie in NFL history.”
