NFL legend Eric Dickerson didn’t hold back in a fiery statement about Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance. Speaking with photographers at LAX on Monday night, the Hall of Famer made it clear: if the Puerto Rican superstar truly has issues with the United States, he should “keep his ass where he’s at.”
“Stay Home If You Don’t Like the U.S.”
Dickerson, a former Los Angeles Rams running back and one of the NFL’s all-time greats, said he’s heard about comments Bad Bunny has made regarding the U.S., and if they’re true, the singer shouldn’t be headlining February’s biggest sporting event.
“I’m from the U.S.,” Dickerson said. “I love my country. And if you don’t like the United States, just get your ass out of here and don’t come over here.”
When reminded that Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, Dickerson doubled down on his stance:
“I know Puerto Rico is part of the U.S. But it’s not the U.S. That’s the way I look at it. That’s the way I feel.”
Bad Bunny’s Political Controversies
Bad Bunny, known offstage as Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, has never shied away from making political waves. The Latin superstar has been openly critical of Donald Trump and revealed that his “DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS” tour deliberately avoided stops on the U.S. mainland over concerns about potential ICE raids at venues.
He also made headlines recently for a bold comment about language barriers during his shows, telling fans that if they don’t understand Spanish, “they have four months to learn.”
For Dickerson, remarks like these seem like a direct swipe at America.
“If Bad Bunny said something about the U.S., don’t come here and perform,” Dickerson added. “You know, don’t come here. Stay in your country.”
Fans React and Social Media Explodes
The veteran NFL star’s comments have sparked mixed reactions online. Some fans agree, praising Dickerson for taking a patriotic stance ahead of one of the biggest televised events of the year. Others argue that Bad Bunny, as a Puerto Rican artist, represents a vital U.S. territory and that his political opinions shouldn’t bar him from performing.
Social media is buzzing with debate, with hashtags like #BadBunnySuperBowl and #EricDickerson trending on X and TikTok.
The Super Bowl Halftime Show Heats Up
As it stands, Bad Bunny is still set to perform at Super Bowl LVIII in February, with fans excited to see the Latin superstar bring his signature high-energy performance to the world’s largest stage.
With Dickerson’s comments now circulating, the Super Bowl halftime show debate has added another layer of drama—raising questions about politics, patriotism, and the role of performers in high-profile American events.
What do you think? Should Bad Bunny perform at the Super Bowl despite his political stances? Drop your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned for updates on the halftime controversy!