A heat wave is washing over the eastern U.S. right now, but fall is in the air: the 2018 NFL season starts next week. Plus, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back, but I digress. Super Bowl LII champion Philadelphia Eagles will host the Atlanta Falcons for the season’s kickoff game on September 6 at 8:20 p.m. EDT.
We’re certainly ready for some football, but we’re not the only ones. Given the FanSided list of each NFL team’s most famous fan, we’re guessing celebrities are getting psyched too—they’re just like us!
Here are just a few of the big names we expect to see decked out in spirit-wear this fall:
Barack Obama
The former president decided to stick around the nation’s capital after his second term ended in 2017, but he’s a Chicago native through and through. During his presidency, in support of his hometown team, Barack Obama invited the Bears for a visit to the White House, where Mike Ditka presented the 44th president of the United States a customized Bears jersey.
Michael Phelps
The most decorated Olympian of all time is also a die-hard Ravens fan. Fellow football spectators have spotted the accomplished swimmer—a native of Baltimore—at M&T Bank Stadium, leading the Ravens through their tunnel and rooting for the team from the stands.
David Letterman
The former Late Show host from Indianapolis doubles as a long-time Colts fan. His lifelong support earned him the honor of making a surprise appearance and giving a speech at the unveiling of Peyton Manning’s statue outside Lucas Oil Stadium.
LeBron James
Sure, LeBron James is from Cleveland and plays in LA, but when it comes to football, his heart is in Dallas. The three-time NBA champion is a big supporter of the Cowboys, often seen at games throughout the season.
Kendrick Lamar
Having created a Pulitzer Prize-winning album, Kendrick Lamar is one of the most respected rappers in the music business, but the world of sports loves him too. In 2017, he performed at the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. As a Compton native, the artist has also spent his offstage time with the LA Rams, attending training camps and even running routes with the 2016 team.
