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Jason Kelce NFL broadcasting neutrality controversy

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Former Philadelphia Eagles player Jason Kelce has faced scrutiny regarding his impartiality during NFL broadcasts. During an Eagles vs. Jaguars telecast, Kelce utilized self-deprecating humor regarding his weight and praised Jaguars players, yet he drew social media criticism from viewers who accused him of “homer” commentary and showing bias toward his former team. Following these reactions, ESPN has reportedly worked to ensure Kelce maintains neutrality. Despite previous commitments to provide fair coverage to opposing teams, Kelce has continued to refer to the Eagles as ‘we’ during broadcasts. Kelce, who played for the Eagles for 13 seasons, is currently under a three-year, $24 million contract with ESPN. Recent broadcasts, including a game in London and a Monday Night Football matchup against the Chicago Bears, have seen continued scrutiny from fans, co-host Pat McAfee, and production staff. Despite Kelce previously promising on his ‘New Heights’ podcast to avoid bias, his repeated use of ‘we’ when discussing the Eagles has persisted. ESPN producer Jeff Dufine stated that the network is actively working to “get the ‘we’ out of him.” Kelce currently appears on Monday Night Countdown and is scheduled for additional NFL Network coverage later this year.

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