From OutKick · Bobby Burack · · 1m 20s
Caleb Williams celebrates Democrats winning midterms as concerns about him becoming the face of the NFL grow
Caleb Williams shares Democratic midterm victory hopes while NFL worries over his political stance.
In brief
Caleb Williams shares Democratic midterm victory hopes while NFL worries over his political stance. Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams celebrates Democrats winning midterms but NFL faces concerns about his political activism. Originally reported by OutKick.
Caleb Williams celebrates Democrats winning midterms
Caleb Williams posted social media videos celebrating Democrats' projected control of the House and Senate.
“James Talarico (D, Texas) and Jon Ossoff (D, Georgia)”
Williams' political stance raises NFL concerns
Williams openly supports the Democratic Party and previously called Jan. 6 an example of #whiteprivilege.
“could have been [me]”
Williams' political identity contrasts with NFL stars
Unlike Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Peyton Manning who were apolitical, Williams actively engages in political discourse.
“he does not want to use his platform to discuss political or social causes”
Williams' potential NFL leadership
Williams is on pace to become the face of the NFL at 24 years old with a top-tier team and elite play.
“he has elevated himself to elite status this season”
NFL's dual concerns about Williams
The league wants Williams' play but worries his political stance could polarize fans and hurt business.
“political commentaries often turn shared cultural products into partisan battlegrounds”
Historical context of NFL political risks
The NFL lost viewership after Colin Kaepernick's kneeling controversy and during Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show.
“Bud Light’s partnership with Dylan Mulvaney dropped its market cap by $27 billion”
Counter perspective on Williams' impact
Front Office Sports reporter Ryan Glasspiegel argues Williams' polarizing personality could benefit the NFL by attracting viewers.
“if he wins big, which it seems he is on the trajectory to, and people tune in because they want to watch him lose”
The bottom line
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams celebrates Democrats winning midterms but NFL faces concerns about his political activism.
