Kendall Jenner sought the counsel of an individual widely regarded as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in professional football history in connection with her selection for Super Bowl LX.
During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday, Ms. Jenner, aged 30, disclosed that she had consulted former National Football League quarterback and seven-time Super Bowl champion, Mr. Tom Brady, aged 48, regarding her wagering decision. She stated that she had placed a bet, via Fanatics Sportsbook, on a prospective Super Bowl matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, with the express intention that any winnings would be donated to charitable causes.
Ms. Jenner further acknowledged her limited familiarity with professional football and requested permission to contact an acquaintance for guidance. Thereafter, she initiated a FaceTime call to Mr. Brady, who was observed seated in his vehicle. Mr. Brady provided a preliminary analysis of the anticipated matchup, noting that two weeks remained before the event and that, as such, no definitive outcome could be predicted. He nonetheless expressed a favorable opinion of the Seahawks’ defensive capabilities and referenced player Nick Emmanwori, whom Ms. Jenner indicated she recognized.
Mr. Brady proceeded to inquire whether Ms. Jenner and Mr. Fallon followed advanced football analytics, specifically defense-adjusted value over average (DVOA), a statistical metric used to evaluate team efficiency. Both parties affirmatively responded, though their demeanor suggested otherwise. Ms. Jenner subsequently terminated the discussion, indicating that she would review the information provided and expressing her appreciation for the consultation. When asked whether she comprehended the analysis, she candidly responded in the negative.
Ms. Jenner ultimately announced her intention to select the New England Patriots as the underdog in the matchup. Mr. Brady notably played for the Patriots for a period of 20 seasons between 2000 and 2019, during which he secured six Super Bowl championships. He later played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2020 to 2022, earning an additional Super Bowl title, and formally retired from professional football in 2023 following a brief prior retirement.
Ms. Jenner’s televised appearance followed the release of a Super Bowl advertisement for Fanatics Sportsbook, in which she humorously referenced public discourse surrounding her prior romantic associations with professional basketball players. The advertisement adopts a satirical tone, portraying Ms. Jenner as acknowledging the alleged adverse performance outcomes of former partners, while encouraging viewers to place Super Bowl wagers. The commercial, which constitutes Ms. Jenner’s inaugural Super Bowl advertisement, is scheduled to air during halftime.
Ms. Jenner has previously been publicly linked to several professional athletes, including but not limited to Devin Booker, Blake Griffin, Ben Simmons, Jordan Clarkson, Kyle Kuzma, D’Angelo Russell, and Chandler Parsons.#newsafro_
