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Are you ready for some… emo?! The NFL announced on Wednesday (April 19) that Fall Out Boy will join metal legends Mötley Crüe and bass thumper Thundercat at next week’s NFL Draft Concert Series. The series of shows will take place next week at the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City from April 27-29.
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FOB will be first on the field, hitting the stage after the conclusion of the opening round of the draft on April 27, followed by the Crüe, who will headline after round 3 on April 28. Day three will feature bassist/singer Thundercat, during which the NFL said he will curate a special performance that will “pay tribute to the rich music history and the legacy of jazz in Kansas City.”
All the performances will take place at the Draft Theater in front of the city’s iconic Union Station. General admission fan viewing will be on a standing-room-only, first-come, first-served basis on the North Lawn of the National WWI Museum and Memorial; the lawn will stay open during the draft and for general fan viewing of the Draft Concert Series, which is free with registration.
The performances will be streamed in full here and live on the NFL Facebook and YouTube pages each night. Parts of the performances will also be televised on the NFL Network and ESPN.
Grammy-nominated singer and KC native Oleta Adams will perform the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” and country singer Brittney Spencer will sing the National Anthem live from downtown during the opening festivities. KC-based party band Lost Wax will be the house and at the Draft Theater and perform between draft selections each day.
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New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft revealed that Meek Mill reached out to encourage him to trade for star Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.
As the National Football League held its annual meeting in Phoenix, Arizona on Monday (March 27th), Kraft spoke to reporters and revealed that he had a conversation via text with the “Dreams & Nightmares” rapper three days earlier. “Meek Mill texted and said, ‘Lamar Jackson wants to come to the Patriots,’ Kraft said before adding, “I said, ‘That’s Bill Belichick’s decision.’” When asked about the conversation, Belichick responded in his famously terse manner, “I’m not going to talk about players on any other team.”
Jackson, who’s been the quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens since being drafted by them in 2018, announced that he requested a trade from the team on March 2nd. He related the news of his decision via his Twitter account on Monday, asking fans to personally ask him questions.
This comes 20 days after the Ravens applied a non-exclusive franchise tag after failing to come to terms with him on a long-term contract. That tag means that teams can negotiate with Jackson, but if he signs an offer sheet Baltimore has the right to match it or demand two first-round picks in return.
The 26-year-old quarterback is finding no takers for his services, as he is reportedly seeking a fully guaranteed contract similar to the $320 million contract Deshaun Watson signed with the Cleveland Browns. Many have speculated that the Patriots could make a deal with the Ravens despite their often-bitter rivalry with the franchise, but Kraft and Belichick have expressed support for their current QB, Mac Jones.
Meek Mill’s reported involvement sparked a buzz among industry observers, as it is well-known that he and Kraft have a close relationship. Another reason is that Jackson is not represented by an agent, and the NFL has already sent out an internal memo to all 32 teams to remind them not to engage an “unauthorized representative” by the name of Ken Francis in talks concerning a trade for Jackson.
It was soon revealed that Francis is a business partner of Jackson’s in a fitness equipment business. When contacted by ESPN, Francis denied any negotiating efforts, saying: “I don’t speak for Lamar.”
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Damar Hamlin is still on the mend and looking good after suffering a severe injury during an NFL game early this year. Hamlin looked healthy when he attended the Super Bowl last Sunday, but not everyone appreciated everything about his appearance.
In fact, NFL running back Adrian Peterson took issue with a jacket Damar Hamlin was wearing, which he, apparently, considered to be “disrespectful” to his deity.
From TMZ Sports:
Adrian Peterson’s furious with the jacket Damar Hamlin wore at the Super Bowl, emblazoned with a crucifix with an altered Jesus head, unloading on the 24-year-old in a social media post, calling it “Blasphemy!!” 24-year-old Hamlin was at the game, sitting with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Donna Kelce. Before kickoff, first responders who saved Damar’s life were honored … and the 24-year-old defensive back was on the field to watch.
Damar was wearing a $3,150 Takashi Murakami “Travis Jesus” jacket with the crucifix … and it really ticked Peterson off. “You should be thanking God son! This is Blasphemy!! We all fall short but cmon man! I find this disrespectful!! #grateful #goddid”
Former running back Fred Taylor tried to reign Peterson in a bit by noting that this was a matter that would be better handled privately. “You should DM him bro…I’m sure (he’d) listen to your opinion,” Taylor replied to Peterson’s Instagram post. “Posting it doesn’t help anyone. He’s young, young ppl don’t always think before they wear things just like people who wear skulls and other things that doesn’t align with Christian beliefs. Try to reach him.”
“But this was different!” Peterson responded. “I know young people don’t think at times, older as well! But with everything surrounding his situation!! This isn’t one of those moments where it’s a young guy not thinking!”
Now, one could argue that, in 2023, it’s long past time folks get over to the fact that not everyone feels the same way about the Christian messiah (or any religious figure for that matter) or how he’s depicted. One could also argue that under no circumstances does Peterson get to tell Hamlin how to feel about his own morality after his own life-threatening experience.
Or, whatever, maybe Hamlin’s jacket was disrespectful.
Either way, it appears that Hamlin and Peterson took the issue to the table and are back to being cordial
“So I spoke with [Damar], and we were able to discuss our thoughts as men. I want to be clear, I’m the last person to judge anyone, and that was never my intention,” Peterson wrote in a follow-up post.
“However, I do feel as if the jacket was disrespectful and it was something that I needed to share. I do realize everyone makes mistakes and falls short at times, so again, my intention was never to judge, just to share my opinion.” (I mean, it’s still hella presumptuous for Peterson to call it a “mistake” based solely on how he felt about it, but, again, whatever.)
“Damar, I have respect and love for you and I wish you nothing but the best, but I just can’t rock with that jacket,” he continued. “I feel like there are a lot of people, young and old, looking up to you and with power and influence comes great responsibility. I apologize for offending you.”
This man is really out here paraphrasing Spider-Man while simultaneously lecturing and apologizing to Hamlin.
We’re glad Damar Hamlin Adrian Peterson worked things out though.
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Rihanna took to the stages at State Farm Stadium at Super Bowl LVII at halftime and delivered a set that enraptured audiences in attendance and at home. As most who saw the show noticed, the Barbadian superstar appeared to be with child and the news was confirmed by her rep shortly after.
Rihanna, who turns 35 next week, showed off her signature bold style in a red outfit with a matching bustier and was back in an element her fans rarely get to see her in these days. Rihanna opened with “B&tch Better Have My Money” and hit other crowd-pleasing moments with “Umbrella” and “Work” among them.
According to Variety, a representative for the Savage X Fenty boss confirmed that she is expecting a second child after delivering a baby boy in May of 2022. As the outlet notes, it had been five years since Rihanna touched a stage in this fashion although she has enjoyed plenty of time in the limelight via her beauty and fashion brands.
Congratulations to Rihanna!
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Countdown to game day! Whether you’re rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles, the Kansas City Chiefs or Rihanna’s halftime show, it’s time to stock up on gear for Super Bowl LVII.
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Sports lovers can find a wide selection of Super Bowl merch at the NFL Shop, Fanatics, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Savage x Fenty and Mitchell & Ness. To make the process a little easier, we’ve put together a list of more than a dozen items that you can order online before, and after, Super Bowl Sunday.
Below, find a roundup of Super Bowl merch to celebrate the big game.
Homage
Philadelphia Eagles Helmet Retro Hoodie
$72
Any Eagles fans in the building? Scoop up this comfy hoodie featuring a retro helmet design. The sweatshirt is available in charcoal and green in sizes XS-3XL.
Fenty
Fenty Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick: Showstopp’r Edition
$29
From clothing to beauty, the Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick is one of the products that Fenty Beauty dropped for the Super Bowl. This velvety lipstick has a creamy, whipped texture that “hugs your lips with intense color in one precise swipe.” Click here to shop the entire collection, including the Showstopp’r Kit ($76), the NFL Stadium Bag ($25) and Mini Gloss Bomb & Keychain ($12).
NFL Shop
Men’s Philadelphia Eagles Jalen Hurts Nike Gray Super Bowl LVIII Patch Game Jersey
$149.99
This Jalen Hurts jersey is a bestseller at the NFL shop. The special-edition, gray jersey comes complete with a Super Bowl LVII patch and available in sizes S-3XL. Click here to shop Jason Kelce and A.J. Brown jerseys and here for Kansas City Chiefs jersey (use code NFL34 fo free shipping, offer ends tonight!).
NFL Shop
Men’s Super Bolw LVII G-III Sports by Carl Banks Navy Full-Snap Varsity Jacket
$175.99
Varsity jackets are always on trend and they’re perfect for layering up on a cold day. This Super Bowl LVII midweight, polyester jacket features a stand-up collar, satin lining, two front pockets, embroidered fabric appliques and rib-knit striping on the cuffs. It’s almost sold out at the NFL shop (sizes L, XL and 2XL are still in stock).
Fanatics
Rihanna Savage x Fenty Unisex Game Day LVII Joggers
$99.99
Need a pair of sweats? Perfect for a casual Super Bowl party, lounging around the house or running errands, the Savage Fenty Unisex Game Day Fleece Joggers are made from a blend of cotton and polyester. The drawstring sweats feature pockets on each hip (available in sizes XS-4XL).
Amazon
NFL Short Sleeve Charcoal T Shirt, Adult Sports Tee, Team Gear for Men and Women (Kansas City Chiefs – Black, Adult X-Large)
$24.95 $29.95 17% OFF
Show your love for the Chiefs, Eagles or another NFL team in this cotton tee, which is currently on sale at Amazon and available at Amazon in sizes S-XXL.
Amazon
Las Vegas Raiders NFL Womens Low Top Tie Dye Canvas Shoes – 6/S
$44.99
These FOCO team logo canvas sneakers are available in multiple designs such as glitter, repeat print and tie-dye. And various team logos.
Amazon
Red Kansas City Chiefs Topanga Cooler Tote
$43.99 $52.99 17% OFF
Great for a picnic or tailgating, this cooler tote bag can store up to 24 cans and features a separate storage pocket (the bag measures 14 x 2.5 x 10 inches). If you want a more standard design, click here to shop Igloo’s NFL Cooler Collection featuring all 32 NFL teams.
Fanatics
Philadelphia Eagles Comforter Set
$94.99
Need to spruce up your bedroom? This three-piece set includes a Queen/Full comforter with the Eagles logo and two pillow shams.
Amazon
YouTheFan NFL Philadelphia Eagles Boasters
$19.73 $24.99 21% OFF
If you plan on drinking a cold beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage on game day, don’t forget to use a coaster! The NFL team coaster set is made from stainless steel with a cork backer and available in different team logos. Click here for beer holders.
FOCO
Len Dawson & Patrick Mahomes Kansas City Chief Bobblehead (Pre-order)
$85
Two iconic Kansas City QB in one! This collectible set features Len Dawson and Patrick Mahomes Kansas City Chiefs Then & Now Bobblehead. The set is available for pre-order and will ship in July. Click here to shop more Bobbleheads.
NFL Shop
Unisex Fenty for Mitchell & Ness Black Super Bowl LVII Icon Pullover Hoodie
$119.99
This unisex sweatshirt is a part of Rihanna’s Mitchell & Ness collab, which you can score on a discount at NFLshop.com. The hooded sweatshirt comes in black or white and in sizes S-2XL.
NFL Shop
Save Fenty Blue Game Day LVII Tube Top
$49.99
Shopping for a tube top? This piece, from the Savage x Fenty Game Day Collection, is available in XS/S up to 2X/3X. Complete the look with these limited-edition sweatpants.
NFL Shop
Unisex Manor White Super Bowl LVII NFL Origins Helmet T-shirt
$44.99
The unisex tee is apart of the Super Bowl NFL Origins collection and available in sixes S-4XL. Click here to shop the full collection.
Savage Fenty
Limited-Edition LVII Cropped Varsity Jersey
$69.95 $54.95 (VIP) -27% off% OFF
This limited-edition cropped varsity (and matching sweats) are almost out of stock. The jersey comes in sizes XS-3X — but only selects sizes are still in stock.
Amazon
Timex Men’s TWZFEAGMH NFL Gamer Philadelphia Eagles Watch
$64.95
Need a timepiece? This water resistant, men’s watch is a great gift option — plus it’s available in different colors, team logos. Features include an adjustable 42mm brass case with an adjustable 20mm silicone straps and is designed to fit up to an eight-inch wrist.
Amazon
YouTheFan NFL Philadelphia Eagles 25-Layer StadiumView Lighted End Table
$449.68 $599.99 25% OFF
Another cool gift idea, an sporty end table that’s sure to get attention. The stadium table is hand assembled from 25 layers of engineered wood and features a unique 3D stadium design.
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More than 100 million people are expected to tune in for this year’s Super Bowl. If you don’t want to miss out on the action, we’ve rounded up all the ways to watch and stream Rihanna’s highly anticipated halftime show (and the championship game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs.)
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Keep reading for a breakdown of ways to watch Super Bowl LVII live from the State Farm Arena in Glendale, Ariz.
How to Watch the Super Bowl Halftime Show
What time does the Super Bowl start? Super Bowl LVII will broadcast live on Fox and Fox Deportes on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.
And Rihanna’s not the only music act headed for the Super Bowl. Babyface will sing “America the Beautiful,” Sheryl Lee Ralph is slated to sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and Chris Stapleton will sing the national anthem.
What time does the Super Bowl halftime show start? The halftime performance usually takes place about an hour-and-a-half into the game, which means that fans can expect to see Rihanna take the stage somewhere around 7:45-8 p.m. ET.
If you already have access to Fox through cable, satellite, internet or an HD antenna, check your local listings for further information. If you’re not subscribed to a streaming plan, there a few different, money-saving options out there like Fubov TV, DirectTV, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV and NFL+ (Express VPN allows you to stream from outside the U.S.).
Fubo TV
$74.99/month
Looking for free trial? Fubo, Direct TV, YouTube and NFL+ offer free trials for up to a week in most cases. Streaming packages range from as low as $4.99 up to approximately $75 per month.
TV Deals for the Big Game
Looking for a new TV? Super Bowl Sunday is the good time to scoop up a new TV on sale. See below for a list of TV deals that you won’t want to pass up.
Best Buy
Samsung 85-inch Class TU690T Series LED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV
$999.99 $1,399.99 29% off% OFF
In the market for a large-screen TV? This 85-inch Samsung Series LED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV is marked down $400 at Best Buy — plus it’s available for delivery and in-store pickup. If you want a smaller option, the 65-inch Samsung TV is less than $500 at Best Buy.
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LG 72-Inch OLED 4K UHD Smart TV
$1,699.99 $2,799.99 39% off% OFF
If you prefer OLED, check out this 77-inch LG TV. An advanced α7 Gen5 AI Processor 4K adjusts the picture and sound qualities that put you right in the center of the action — without leaving home. The TV has built-in access to Netflix, Prime Video, the Apple TV app, Disney+, HBO Max, over 300+ LG channels and it comes with three free months of Apple TV+.
Amazon
Amazon Fire TV 65-Inch Omni Series 4K UHD Smart TV
$599.99 $759.99 21% off% OFF
Save $150 on this 65-inch Amazon Fire HD currently discounted to $599.99. Bring the game to life and stream over a million shows and movies on the 4K Ultra HD TV.
Walmart
Hisense 43-Inch 4K UHD Google Smart TV
$228
This 43-inch Hisense A6 seires TV features stunning picture with added pre-sets such as Sports Mode, Movie Move and Game Mode.
Walmart
Vizio 50-inch Class M6 Series 4K QLED TV
$398
Vizio’s best-selling, Class M6 Series 4K QLED TV offers an immersive viewing experience with true-to-life picture, Bluetooth headphones capabilities, Apple Airplay 2, built-in Chromecast and Watch Free+ to stream sports, movies, news and more.
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Andy Reid is best known as one of the best football minds in the NFL today, but nobody would confuse him for being an expert on modern-day Hip-Hop. During a media session on Wednesday (Feb. 8), the Kansas City Chiefs head coach was asked to name the top three rappers alive and the results were hilarious.
Andy Reid, 64, was at the podium fielding questions from members of the media ahead of the upcoming Super Bowl contest against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday (Feb. 12). Among the reporters in the room, former NFL player Brandon Marshall used the moment to test Coach Reid’s Hip-Hop knowledge and the results were actually shocking.
“Do the Fat Boys count as one rapper?” Reid fired back, according to a report from local outlet The Kansas City Star. “All right, Jay-Z, shoot, I don’t know. I’m missing Master P. Yeah, I’m giving you all the old ones. Lil Wayne, wasn’t he just at our place? Who was just at our place?”
As the outlet notes, the name Coach Reid was searching for was Lil Jon, who was a halftime performer at the AFC Divisional Playoffs game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars at Arrowhead. Close, but no cigar, kind sir.
We’re actually impressed that Coach Andy Reid had the swiftness to name that many rappers but it figures that many of the stars he’s coached over the years blasted their tunes and put Reid up on game.
Check out the hilarious exchange below.
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Drake and his team are coming with a new project just in time for Super Bowl Sunday. They have announced an OVO x NFL capsule collection.
As spotted on High Snobiety the Canada based brand has unveiled some new pieces as part of a football forward drop. On Thursday, February 2 released what seems to be their most extensive capsule yet with officially licensed product bearing the likeness of some of the National Football League’s most popular clubs including Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers, New York Giants, Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Rams, and Las Vegas Raiders.
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Included in this team inspired collection are varsity jackets, t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, mock neck sweaters, long sleeve shirts, crewneck sweaters, sweat pants, and neck gaiters. Additionally, we also get a collectible in the form of a Riddell mini helmet that is housed in a plastic case. As expected we get co-branding throughout every product with OVO logo and the respective team’s marks.
For the launch of the capsule Drake and company tapped into some of his favorite collaborators including Lil Wayne and Benny The Butcher. Naturally, Weezy is outfitted in all Green Bay Packers pieces while Benny is sporting all Buffalo Bills merch. The OVO x NFL capsule collection is available now and can be shopped here.
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Saweetie has scored here very own touchdown, by fronting an NFL metaverse concert during Super Bowl week. The “Best Friend” rapper is the headline performer at the Saweetie Super Bowl Concert, a free virtual show presented by Intuit on Roblox and set to premiere Feb. 10.
The Warner Records artist will step into the metaverse on the heels of the launch of WMG’s Rhythm City, for what’s said to be a first-of-its-kind “music-themed social roleplay experience” on the Roblox gaming platform.
According to WMG, which partnered with NFL on the latest initiative, Saweetie will perform a “family-friendly, fully motion-captured” set featuring her hit singles and presented as official part of the Super Bowl LVII event lineup.
The virtual concert will drop next Friday at 7:00pm ET and will re-air every hour, on the hour, until Sunday, Feb. 12.
“As our ecosystem evolves,” comments Oana Ruxandra, chief digital officer & executive vp of business development at WMG, the music major “is focused on building open, interactive and dynamic virtual experiences that deeply connect artists with their fans. It doesn’t get more iconic than the Saweetie Super Bowl Concert Presented by Intuit on Roblox. We are so thrilled to be working in support of this event and incredibly excited to kick off our first concert in Rhythm City.”
Saweetie is the latest WMG artist to make the crossover into the Roblox world, namely Twenty One Pilots, Why Don’t We, Ava Max, David Guetta and Royal Blood.
This year, she’s on a mission to expand her creative horizons. Saweetie is reportedly stepping back onto the small screen with a guest starring role on Peacock’s Bel-Air, the streaming platform’s The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air spin-off. The 29-year-old previously appeared in several episodes of Freeform’s Black-ish spinoff show Grown-ish, as rapper Indigo.
As for music, Saweetie most recently released her six-track EP The Single Life in November 2022. And she has hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Triller U.S. chart with three numbers: “Tap In” in mid-2020, followed by “Fast (Motion)” in mid-2021, and “Closer,” featuring H.E.R., in February 2022.
With the Rhythm City project, WMG is the latest music company to partner with Roblox, which boasts more than 61 million daily active users and exploded in popularity with young gamers during the pandemic.
Sony Music and BMG announced partnerships with Roblox in 2021. Spotify became “the first music-streaming brand to have a presence on Roblox” last year.
Written By D.L. Chandler , Senior Editor Posted 53 mins ago @dlchandler123 D.L. Chandler is a veteran of the Washington D.C. metro writing scene, working as a journalist, reporter, and culture critic. Initially freelancing at iOne Digital in 2010, he officially joined the iOne team in 2017 where he currently works as a Senior Editor […]