Jalen Hurts is already thinking about the future of the Super Bowl stage, and he knows exactly who he wants to headline the coveted halftime show performance.
While speaking with reporters during practice at the NFL Pro Bowl Games, Hurts was asked which artist he'd like to see perform the iconic halftime show. Without hesitation, the Eagles quarterback named NBA YoungBoy.
"YoungBoy, he'll turn it up for sure," Hurts said.
Hurts wasn't alone in his pick. Several other NFL Pro Bowl selections also cited YoungBoy as a dream halftime performer, underscoring the rapper’s influence across the league.
Dallas Cowboys' George Pickens listed YoungBoy alongside Lil Baby and Rod Wave as artists he'd love to see. His teammate Quinnen Williams also named YoungBoy as his top choice, while other players offered a wide range of musical tastes, including the San Francisco 49ers' Christian McCaffrey, who chose Led Zeppelin, the Atlanta Falcons' Bijan Robinson picked Kaytranada, and the Detroit Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs named the legendary Michael Jackson.
The shoutouts highlight how deeply YoungBoy's music resonates with athletes across the NFL. YoungBoy has remained one of the most prolific and polarizing figures in rap, consistently dropping projects that rack up massive numbers while maintaining a loyal fanbase.
Whether or not he ever takes the Super Bowl halftime stage, one thing is clear: when it comes to NFL players like Jalen Hurts, NBA YoungBoy already has their vote.
For more on NBA YoungBoy's rise, impact, and mindset, check out our in-depth cover story and exclusive interview with the Baton Rouge rapper. Fans can also tap into his latest BAPE collaboration, now available through Complex's shop.
