BREAKING: Dak Prescott Shocks the Nation — “I’m an American. I want to be part of something more truly All-American than the NFL circus.”
DALLAS, TX —In a development that rocked both the sports and entertainment worlds, Dallas Cowboys quarterbackDak Prescott— known for being calm and reserved — has suddenly become the focus of a new media storm. At a charity fundraising Q&A event in Arlington, Prescott announced that hewill boycott this year’s Super Bowlif the NFL still decides to let the Puerto Rican rapperBad Bunnybecame the main artist during the halftime show.
The incident quickly escalated into a national debate about cultural identity, patriotism, freedom of expression and the role of celebrity in an era of deep political polarization.
“I’m an American — I want to be part of something more truly All-American than this circus.”
Prescott’s comments came when an attendee asked his opinion on his choice of performers. No longer maintaining his usual restraint in press conferences, Prescott responded with a rare straightforward attitude.
He added that he decided toJoin an alternative event, by the conservative organizationTurning Point USAhost — an event intended to “celebrate the traditional American values that the NFL has lost.”
He did not forget to mention the controversial figure,Charlie Kirk, who Prescott calls “a courageous voice who dares to say what no one else dares to say.”
Those statements almost immediately spread on social networks, making the ordinary charity event the focus of all discussions.
In less than two hours after the video was posted, keyword#BoycottDakand#StandWithDaksimultaneously climbed to the top of trends. Social networks turn into battlefields:
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“Finally someone stands up and tells the truth. Dak is the only guy in the NFL who still holds American values,” another wrote.
Sports radio programs also exploded with controversy. Many hosts believe that Prescott has gone too far and is deliberately turning himself into a political symbol. But there are also people who defend him, saying that players should not be silenced just because of their personal opinions.
NFL insider: “This is worse than we thought.”
According to the newspaper’s sourcesCowboys Insider, some of the league’s leaders are said to be“angry and frightened”upon hearing Prescott’s statements.
“This is the last thing the NFL wants right now. We’re trying to reduce cultural tension, not blow it up further,” an anonymous leader revealed on an internal call.
Not only concerned about the wave of division, some officials also fear that Prescott could create a domino effect:
“Dak is more than just a player. He’s the face of a great franchise. If he did that, who knows how many would follow?”
Although no one dares to speak out publicly, according to inside sources, many NFL players doempatheticwith Prescott.
One player sent an anonymous message saying:
“He just speaks for many people. The league is increasingly distancing itself from its own fans.”
This information makes the debate even more heated. Prescott’s supporters argue that players are also citizens with the right to express their opinions — not just athletes limited to programmed speech.
Bad Bunny’s halftime show has been controversial since it was announced. Some criticism groups said that his show was “too political”, while fans said that this was a modern choice, reflecting diverse American culture.
Prescott’s statement caused the wave of criticism of Bad Bunny to continue to rise, with many even calling for the NFL to “find more All-American artists.”
Bad Bunny’s side has not yet given an official response, but a source from his crew said they were “surprised but not surprised,” because the male artist has many times been caught up in political controversies every time he appeared at big events.
Although Prescott did not specifically mention issues of race, culture or partisan politics, many commentators said that his “All-American” statement touched a sensitive spot.
Some thought he was suggesting that a Latino artist “wasn’t American enough,” while others countered that Prescott just wanted the NFL to keep it traditional for the Super Bowl.
The argument becomes a bigger question:
Who has the right to be called an “All-American” icon in modern America?
Prescott’s future — and the NFL’s
Sports experts predict that if Prescott actually does not attend the Super Bowl — whether the Cowboys are in it or not — it will be an unprecedented event. Some speculate the NFL may issue a fine, but analysts say that will only make the situation worse.
Meanwhile, alternative events organized by Turning Point USA are said to be ramping up preparations, as they believe thousands of disgruntled NFL fans will participate.
An anonymous official of the organization said:
“We applaud Dak. He is a testament to courage.”
Whether you love or hate Prescott, there’s no denying that he has stirred a national discussion about culture, politics and the polarization of American sports.
From a peaceful charity Q&A session, Dak Prescott has become a focal point in the fight to reclaim — or redefine — “American values.”
And no matter what the NFL, Bad Bunny, the Cowboys or even Prescott himself do next, the entire sports world is watching every step.
The biggest question remains open:
Is this the starting point for a new movement in the NFL — or just a spark accidentally fanned by Dak Prescott?
