The Week 4 “Sunday Night Football” game promises to be full of star power — and that’s not limited to the field.
With pop icon Taylor Swift a likely fan in the stands for the second consecutive week, Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes and the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs will be welcomed to New York (technically New Jersey) by the Aaron Rodgers-less New York Jets.
After losing their season opener to the Detroit Lions, the Chiefs righted themselves to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars before routing the Chicago Bears in front of Swift, who sat with Kelce’s mom, Donna, in a luxury suite.
It’s been the opposite story for the Jets. New York beat the Buffalo Bills on “Monday Night Football,” during Week 1 despite Rodgers suffering a season-ending Achilles tendon tear. The Jets have lost their past two games with unsteady quarterback play from Zach Wilson, prompting franchise legend Joe Namath to say he’s “seen enough.”
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What time is Chiefs-Jets?
The Chiefs and Jets kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET.
Where to watch Chiefs vs. Jets: Channel, stream online
The game will air on NBC. It is also available to stream on Peacock and for free on Fubo.
Is Taylor Swift at Chiefs vs. Jets game? Yes, she has arrived
The NFL has welcomed Taylor Swift to New York — New Jersey, technically.
The popstar was seen in a video captured on social media entering MetLife Stadium ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs game against the New York Jets. She went through security with Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively.
This will be Swift’s second straight week attending a Chiefs game as she’s been rumored to be dating Travis Kelce. Last week, she was seen in a suite with Kelce’s mom, Donna, and cheered Kansas City on to victory.
Swift had three shows at MetLife Stadium this summer as part of her Eras Tour. New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is a Swiftie and was seen singing and dancing at one of the shows. The quarterback, who tore his Achilles in Week 1, is also at the Chiefs-Jets game.
Aaron Rodgers, Paul Rudd early stars at MetLife Stadium
Aaron Rodgers made his return to MetLife Stadium on Sunday after tearing his Achilles in the New York Jets’ season opener. He roamed the sideline with crutches and a brace on his ankle and chatted with Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
He also had a word with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who is rumored to be dating Taylor Swift. Anticipation was building all week ahead of the popstar’s appearance at the game. Rodgers himself is a big fan of Swift’s and was seen this summer at one of her concerts at the New Jersey stadium.
Chiefs fan Paul Rudd was also seen on the sidelines prior to kickoff. The “Antman” actor attended the University of Kansas and is one of Kansas City’s most famous fans.
Chiefs at Jets: Predictions and picks
Here are the USA TODAY Sports’ staff picks for this game:
- Lorenzo Reyes: Chiefs
- Tyler Dragon: Chiefs
- Victoria Hernandez: Chiefs
- Jordan Mendoza: Chiefs
- Jarrett Bell: Chiefs
- Safid Deen: Chiefs
- Nate Davis: Chiefs
- Chris Bumbaca: Chiefs
- Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz: Chiefs
Chiefs at Jets odds
Highlighting Sunday Night Football odds, the Kansas City Chiefs are among the best bets for NFL Week 4 as road favorites against the New York Jets. The Chiefs are favored by 8.5 points, according to the BetMGM NFL odds. Looking to wager? Check out the best mobile sports betting apps offering NFL betting promos in 2023.
According to the top NFL betting apps, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (+550) is second only to Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa (+350) among those with the best NFL MVP betting odds in 2023. The Chiefs also boast some of the best early Super Bowl betting odds (+600).
The Jets, meanwhile, entered the season as one of the most popular NFL future bets but have floundered since Aaron Rodgers fell victim to injury.
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— Richard Morin
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Who is the highest-paid NFL player?
The NFL’s top 15 players in average annual salary are all quarterbacks, according to OverTheCap.com. As Joe Burrow proved in his new deal with the Cincinnati Bengals, teams place a huge priority on having a top-flight QB under center. Burrow’s five-year, $275 million contract extension made him the league’s highest paid player at a staggering average annual value of $55 million. San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa is the highest-paid non-quarterback in the league after signing a five-year, $170 million extension.
Here’s the complete list of the league’s highest-paid players.
Who are the highest paid NFL players at each position?
We have a complete list at every position:
How much does the average NFL ticket cost?
The average price of a 2023 NFL ticket is $377, according to TicketSmarter data. It’s a major jump from last season, when the average price was $235. Leading the NFL in ticket costs is the Las Vegas Raiders, which has an average cost of $582 per ticket. Behind the Raiders are the Super Bowl 57 contestants: the Kansas City Chiefs at $578 and Philadelphia Eagles at $559. Here are the five highest ticket averages:
- Las Vegas Raiders: $582
- Kansas City Chiefs: $578
- Philadelphia Eagles: $559
- Dallas Cowboys: $545
- New England Patriots: $534
On the opposite end of the spectrum, the Atlanta Falcons have the cheapest average price at $225. They are followed by the Houston Texans ($236) and Arizona Cardinals ($250). Here are the lowest five ticket averages:
- Atlanta Falcons: $225
- Houston Texans: $236
- Arizona Cardinals: $250
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: $263
- Tennessee Titans: $265
— Jordan Mendoza
NFL broadcast teams: Meet all the announcers for 2023 season
The NFL is back, and with that, so are the announcing teams that will be the soundtrack of the games.
Keeping track of who is behind the microphone for which game on what network can be difficult to keep track of. We’re here to help and break down the main broadcast players for the 2023 NFL season inside the booth. — Chris Bumbaca
How much do NFL players care about their Madden rating? A lot, actually.
Armed with a clipboard and his disarming personality, Clint Oldenburg readies himself for the questions. And on this particular Friday afternoon at Washington Commanders practice, there will be plenty.
The interrogators are the players themselves, and the topic of their consternation (in most cases) is both subjective and a cultural touchpoint: their Madden NFL 24 ratings.
“They care a lot,” Oldenburg, a ratings adjuster and former NFL offensive lineman, told USA TODAY Sports. “In my mind, the Madden rating is kind of like their street cred out there.”
That’s why some players’ reactions to their initial ratings can be combative. Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs, upon learning he was an 87 overall, took to social media to display his displeasure.
Read Chris Bumbaca’s full feature here.
Taylor Swift surge? Ticket prices to Chiefs-Jets on rise
Although Taylor Swift’s appearance at MetLife Stadium hasn’t been confirmed, rumors of her appearance sparked an 18.5% increase in ticket prices, TicketSmarter told USA TODAY Sports on Thursday. The get-in price rose from $100 last week to $128 on Thursday, marking the Jets’ second-highest get-in price of the season, all the way up to $2,109. Here’s what you need to know.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are the couple we need
It’s a love story, baby just say yes!
Read Mike Freeman’s full column here.
Travis Kelce shouts out Taylor Swift for ‘seeing me rock the stage’
After having pop superstar Taylor Swift accept his invitation of attending his Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Travis Kelce discussed the massive attention that has come with it during his weekly podcast show, “New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce.”
“I just thought it was awesome how everybody in the suite had nothing but great things to say about her. The friends and family,” Kelce said. “She looked amazing, everybody was talking about her in a great light. And on top of that, the day went perfect for Chiefs fans, of course. We script it all ladies and gentlemen. It was just impressive. …”
Read more about what the Kelce’s had to say about Taylor Swift on their podcast.
Bill Belichick delivers classic line on Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift relationship
New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, during his Monday morning appearance on Boston radio station WEEI, was asked about the potential power couple of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift … and he delivered a classic response.
“Well, I would say that Travis Kelce has had a lot of big catches in his career. This would be the biggest,” Belichick deadpanned.
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