NFL Legend Slams Super Bowl Halftime Choice: “If Bad Bunny Doesn’t Like America, Stay Out”

NFL legend Eric Dickerson is making waves after unleashing a fiery rant aimed at Puerto Rican pop star Bad Bunny, questioning the artist’s selection for the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show.

Speaking to TMZ outside LAX, the Hall of Fame running back didn’t hold back. “I’m from the U.S. I love my country,” Dickerson said. “And if you don’t like the United States, just get your ass out of here and don’t come over here.”

Dickerson claimed he had “heard some stuff” Bad Bunny allegedly said about America — sentiments he believes disqualify the artist from performing at one of the most watched events in the world. He didn’t cite specific comments, but doubled down on his stance when challenged.

When reminded that Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory and that Bad Bunny is an American citizen, Dickerson stood firm: “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.”

The former Rams star’s frustration echoes concerns from other critics, including President Donald Trump and several Republican lawmakers, who have also taken issue with the choice of Bad Bunny as headliner for Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

The artist, who was just named Billboard’s No. 1 Latin Artist of the 21st Century, has courted controversy in recent months. He notably excluded the continental United States from his “DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS” tour, citing worries over possible ICE raids at venues.

More recently, while hosting Saturday Night Live, Bad Bunny took a subtle swipe at his critics, joking during his monologue: “If you don’t understand me, you’ve got four months to learn.”

Dickerson wasn’t amused.

“If Bad Bunny said something about the U.S., don’t come here and perform,” he said. “Stay in your country.”

The Super Bowl halftime show remains one of the most coveted and scrutinized stages in entertainment. And with political tension continuing to swirl around cultural and national identity, Dickerson’s comments are likely to fuel even more debate ahead of the 2026 showdown.