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Jason Kelce Confronts Heckler Using Homophobic Slur During College GameDay Appearance

Jason Kelce defends his brother Travis by confronting a fan who made homophobic remarks during an event at Penn State.

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Updated: Nov 2nd, 2024, 11:49 PM ET

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During an ESPN College GameDay event at Penn State, former NFL player Jason Kelce confronted a fan who insulted his brother, Travis Kelce, using a homophobic slur. After initially ignoring the heckler, Jason took action by grabbing the fan's phone and allegedly smashing it on the ground. The incident attracted attention on social media, and reactions varied in response to Jason’s actions. Amidst the controversy, Jason Kelce remains in the public eye, continuing his work as an analyst for ESPN after his NFL retirement.

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