In a move that has stunned both the sports and entertainment worlds, the Dallas Cowboys have formally submitted a petition to the NFL urging the league to remove global music star Bad Bunny from the upcoming 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show lineup.
According to multiple reports out of Dallas, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones personally led the effort, expressing “strong opposition” to the league’s selection. Sources close to the organization claim that Jones even warned league executives of potential unrest among players if the NFL refuses to reconsider its decision.
“Football’s biggest stage should represent the spirit of the game — not controversy,”
Jones reportedly said during a private owners’ meeting last week.
While details of the petition have not been officially released, insiders describe it as a “formal request for review,” calling for a halftime show that “honors the sport, its fans, and its cultural roots.”
The controversy began shortly after the NFL confirmed that Bad Bunny would headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, a decision that immediately split opinion online. Supporters praised the league for embracing global music and diversity, while critics — including some within team ownership circles — questioned the fit between Bad Bunny’s image and the NFL’s traditional audience.
Players around the league have also reacted with mixed feelings. Some have defended the Puerto Rican superstar, saying the league needs to appeal to younger and more diverse fans. Others quietly support Jones’ stance, arguing that the halftime show should stay connected to “American football identity.”
Social media, meanwhile, has erupted. “Jerry vs. Bad Bunny” trended worldwide within hours of the news breaking, as fans from both camps traded opinions and memes. Many pointed out that the Cowboys’ push could backfire, painting the franchise as resistant to change, while others praised Jones for “standing up for the game.”
As of Tuesday morning, the NFL has not issued an official response to the petition. League insiders say the matter is “under review,” but no changes to the halftime lineup have been made.
Regardless of the outcome, this developing story has already ensured one thing: the road to the 2026 Super Bowl just got a lot more dramatic. 🏈🔥
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