Former football center Jason Kelce has found himself embroiled in a controversy after fans captured him smashing someone’s cell phone in a video. The snippet has since gone viral on the internet, generating divisive reactions from netizens worldwide. But why did Travis Kelce’s brother react in such an aggressive manner in the video?
Here are all the available details regarding Kelce’s recent outburst against a fan.
Jason Kelce smashes fan’s phone to the ground, video explained
The aforementioned incident occurred outside the Beaver Stadium, wherein an ESPN correspondent exchanged some heated words with an unidentified man. Following their interaction, Jason Kelce proceeded to smash the said person’s cell phone on the ground, which was subsequently caught in a video.
As per Today, Kelce was attending an FBS I fixture between Penn State and Ohio State in Happy Valley on November 2 following his appearance on ESPN’s College GameDay. After the game concluded, the former NFL star exited the Beaver Stadium, surrounded by a hoard of fans.
Shortly afterward, one of the bystanders calls out Jason by addressing his brother, Travis Kelce, with a homophobic slur. The slandering message was reportedly targeted towards the Kansas City Chiefs star’s relationship with singer Taylor Swift.
As seen in a video captured by one of the onlookers, Jason Kelce snatched the man’s cell phone before smashing it on the ground. Another snippet regarding the incident showcased a man chasing after him, asking the New Heights host for his phone. In response, Kelce reiterated the said slur to the person in question.
ESPN has chosen to represent Jason Kelce, following the circulation of the video that saw him smash the fan’s phone. Kelce currently works with the sports media network as an analyst for their pregame show, Monday Night Countdown. Despite their decision to back him, ESPN has reportedly declined to provide an official comment regarding the controversy.
