Anna Kendrick Defends Taylor Swift Against NFL Backlash — Calls Criticism “Lazy and Sexist”

Anna Kendrick has joined the growing chorus of voices defending Taylor Swift as the pop superstar faces criticism from some NFL fans who blame her for the Kansas City Chiefs’ uneven season.

Swift’s relationship with tight end Travis Kelce has been one of the league’s most talked-about storylines, with cameras frequently capturing her cheering from the stands. While many viewers enjoy the crossover between pop culture and football, some critics have argued that the media frenzy surrounding Swift has distracted from the team’s performance.

Kendrick isn’t buying it.

“Come on, really?” the Pitch Perfect star said in a recent interview. “Taylor isn’t calling plays or running routes. She’s supporting her boyfriend. Blaming her for the Chiefs losing is just lazy and sexist.”

“A Story We’ve Seen Too Many Times”

The actress went on to say the backlash against Swift reflects a larger pattern of unfair scrutiny placed on women in the spotlight.

“We’ve seen this story a million times — a woman gets blamed for something completely out of her control,” Kendrick explained. “Taylor doesn’t deserve that.”

Fans Rally Behind Kendrick’s Words

Kendrick’s comments quickly gained traction online, with fans applauding her for calling out the double standard.

“Anna Kendrick is spot on — the Chiefs’ performance is about football, not Taylor Swift,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Another added, “Finally, someone said what needed to be said.”

Keeping the Focus on the Game

As the Chiefs work to regain momentum this season, Kendrick’s defense serves as a reminder that the team’s success or struggles rest on the players — not who’s cheering from the stands.

“She’s just living her life,” Kendrick said. “Let’s focus on what happens on the field, not in the stands.”

For Swift fans and football watchers alike, the message is clear: support should be celebrated, not blamed.