The NFL unveiled a performer for the next Super Bowl on Sunday, and it was not Taylor Swift.

There were rumors that Taylor could have possibly highlighted the Super Bowl 60 halftime, given that she’s basically part of the NFL by virtue of her relationship with Travis Kelce. While she may take charge of a halftime show in the future, it won’t be in 2026.

It’s understood that she had one major condition she would need met to perform, and the league did not go for it.

Commissioner Roger Goodell was asked by the ‘Today’ show earlier this year whether Swift could be the performer at Super Bowl 60 and didn’t give much away, other than it being a “maybe.”

“We would always love to have Taylor play. She is a special, special talent, and obviously she would be welcome at any time,” he said.

“I can’t tell you anything about it,” he replied when asked whether it was in the works. “It’s a maybe.”

Taylor Swift Wanted Ownership

Taylor Swift (Denny Medley-Imagn Images)

According to a report from Rob Shuter, via Substack, Taylor Swift had interest in headlining the halftime show in February but wanted “to retain ownership of her performance and secure slots promoting her own projects.”

Shuter noted that the NFL “flatly refused.”

The NFL didn’t feel the need to oblige, as it has the most popular yearly show in the country. While Swift understands the amount of exposure it offers, she’s also the most popular artist in the world, so there was no need to relent on her part.

“They expect the biggest artists in the world to do it for ‘exposure,’” a source noted. “Taylor Swift doesn’t need exposure.”

“She doesn’t need the Super Bowl. But the Super Bowl absolutely needs her. Without Taylor, it’s just another halftime show,” another said.

Whether or not the league caves in the future remains to be seen.

Swift was recently in the news after a process server tried to furnish her with court documents and was arrested for trespassing on Travis Kelce’s property.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.