It’s the gift NFL fans didn’t see coming — Beyoncé, the queen of pop herself, is set to light up halftime during the Ravens-Texans Christmas showdown. While some fans are excited, others are scratching their heads, wondering if football and pop divas mix.
Beyoncé’s legendary energy and those Ravens-Texans rivalries are a collision course for viral moments. If you’re tuning in for the game, one thing’s certain — this halftime show is about to slay harder than a Lamar Jackson scramble.
NFL Fans Divided Over Beyoncé’s Halftime Gig of Ravens-Texans
Beyoncé performing at halftime of the Ravens-Texans Christmas clash sounds like a headline-maker, right? Not according to NFL fans. When insider Ari Meirov dropped the bombshell on X, saying, “Netflix announced that Beyoncé will do the Halftime show on Christmas Day for Ravens/Texans,” the gridiron faithful didn’t hold back.
One fan wasted no time voicing disapproval, declaring, “We don’t want this.”
We don’t want this https://t.co/xRpgAEn2lp
— 🗡️Packersterritory🗡️ (@packerterritory) November 18, 2024
Another took a comedic turn, suggesting, “Announce that she’ll be kicking field goals for the Ravens.” (Imagine Queen Bey booting a game-winner — now that’s a visual.)
Announce that she’ll be kicking field goals for the Ravens
— Terps Recruiting (@TerpRecruiting) November 18, 2024
Others leaned into humor and sarcasm. One quipped, “People are gonna pray for a buffering screen the whole time,” hinting that halftime might become Netflix’s unintended stress test.
people are gonna pray for a buffering screen the whole time
— It’s Buc’n Prinny (offszn) (@ItsBucnPrinny) November 18, 2024
Meanwhile, another joked, “We will all be hanging out with family for 15 mins,” painting halftime as the perfect moment for a snack break.
But some reactions weren’t so light-hearted. A disgruntled fan blasted Netflix, calling the move a “huge mistake” and accusing the NFL of failing to understand its audience. They added, “Football fans do not want this. @NFL needs to break that contract.”
Despite the backlash, Beyoncé’s star power is undeniable. Whether you love her or would rather focus on game updates, she’s bound to draw eyeballs — just maybe not from the typical football crowd.
More Details on Beyoncé’s Halftime Performance
Beyoncé is trading the stage for the gridiron this Christmas. The superstar will headline the halftime show during the Texans-Ravens game on December 25, marking Netflix’s first-ever NFL Christmas game day broadcast.
Set at Houston’s NRG Stadium (Beyoncé’s hometown), the game kicks off at 4:30 p.m. ET, following the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at 1 p.m. ET. While details remain under wraps, Queen Bey is expected to perform tracks from her 11-time Grammy-nominated Cowboy Carter album, potentially with special guests.
With 11 Grammy nods this year, Beyoncé is now the most-nominated artist in Grammy history. Her album spans country, Americana, pop, and rap categories, with standout tracks like “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” leading the charge.
Netflix teased the performance with a promotional clip featuring Beyoncé in a red, white, and blue leather outfit, catching a football atop a rose-covered car. The performance is co-produced by Parkwood Entertainment and Jesse Collins Entertainment, promising a high-energy show.
For football fans and the BeyHive alike, this clash of NFL action and musical stardom is shaping up to be an unforgettable Christmas spectacle.