Although Jason Kelce‘s phone-smashing event on Saturday is still under police investigation, ESPN is apparently not going to penalize him. In a widely shared video from Penn State, an ESPN analyst was seen snatching a fan’s phone and slamming it to the ground. Travis, Kelce’s brother, was the target of a homophobic remark from the fan.
On Monday’s broadcast, the former NFL player, who is currently a podcaster and analyst for Monday Night Countdown, expressed regret for the event, stating, “I fell down to a level that I shouldn’t have.”
In the sports community, opinions on Kelce’s action have been divided; some have condemned it, while others have blamed the fan for his trolling remark. ESPN’s choice might have been impacted by the widespread popular support for Kelce.
“Kelce how does it feel that your brother is a f****t for dating Taylor Swift?”
Jason Kelce proceeded to slam this kids phone on the ground.
Looked like a Penn State student was getting in Kelce’s face for no reason. Wild scene in State College pic.twitter.com/3PEdZXWhSg
— Chives (@jarrett_daveler) November 2, 2024
However, the incident’s legal component remains. Penn State University Police and Public Safety is conducting an investigation, according to a Tuesday article in The Athletic.
According to a police report, the incident was witnessed by an officer and was recorded as “criminal mischief and disorderly conduct” in the PSU crime log. The upcoming New Heights podcast, which airs on Wednesday, is anticipated to feature Kelce discussing the event.
