What did Saquon Barkley say about Taylor Swift? Eagles running back defends the singer over Super Bowl boos

Philadelphia Eagles football running back Saquon Barkley has spoken up in support of Taylor Swift following the booing incident at the Super Bowl LIX game. According to Billboard, he was displeased at the way the singer was treated by some of his teammates at the game.

During an appearance on The Howard Stern Show on February 12, 2025, he expressed disappointment about how Taylor Swift was treated despite being there to support her partner and Kansas City Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce. Barkley said:

“I will say this though, they showed her on the jumbotron and she got booed. I don’t get it, I don’t get why she was getting hate there.”

Saquon Barkley continued:

“She was just there supporting her significant other and she’s made the game bigger. You know, we are all about how can we expand the game and make it more internationally and we are travelling to Brazil, we are travelling to Mexico and her being a part of it only helping it.”

Howard Stern agreed with him and said he didn’t like the behavior either. When asked who the bigger Eagles fan was between Bradley Cooper and Kevin Hart, Saquon chose Cooper, saying he had seen him at nearly every home game.

Saquon Barkley acknowledged Hart as a dedicated fan, too, but ranked Cooper slightly higher. When the idea of acting in action movies came up, Saquon agreed, saying he often wonders why he couldn't play the role of the strong fighter taking on everyone.

At the Super Bowl game televised on Fox, Taylor Swift sat with Ice Spice. According to Billboard, when the Jumbotron focused on Swift and other celebrities in the stadium, a wave of boos seemed to erupt, possibly from Eagles fans. Swift responded with a quick side-eye, a slight wince, and a small laugh.

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Taylor Swift and her partner Travis Kelce are looking forward to some time out together

According to a People magazine exclusive from February 11, 2025, a source mentioned that the couple plans to take a break together, describing their relationship as a whirlwind since it began. They seem to be in a great place and happy. The source also noted how much Taylor Swift enjoys watching Travis play.

Travis Kelce had previously expressed his joy, saying he felt he had everything he wanted in life and just needed to hold onto it. He shared that he was the happiest he had ever been. He said he loved his career and appreciated the support from family and friends as he prepared for the Super Bowl.

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In other news, after the 2025 Grammy Awards, a fan video captured Taylor Swift making a thoughtful gesture while leaving the Crypto.com Arena. As she exited with friends, her rep, and security, she suddenly turned back to approach four employees standing near the hallway wall. She handed each of them cash, expressing her gratitude with a smile before continuing on her way.