Caitlin Clark’s meteoric rise in the WNBA has caught the attention of some of the biggest names in sports—including Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. With the NFL world gearing up for the Super Bowl, the former Heisman Trophy winner took a moment to acknowledge the undeniable impact Clark is having on women’s basketball.
Burrow, who has been one of the most electrifying quarterbacks in the NFL since leading LSU to a national championship, praised Clark for her ability to bring new fans to the game. He even hinted that he could make a short trip from Cincinnati to Indianapolis to watch her in action.
“Shout out to Caitlin Clark, she’s always fun to watch. I think she’s bringing a lot of fans to the WNBA. She’s going to continue to get better. She’s an hour and a half from Cinci, so will have to go make the trip.”
With Clark’s dominance on the court and the WNBA gaining unprecedented momentum, it’s clear that even NFL stars like Burrow are taking notice.
Caitlin Clark’s Brilliance Overcomes College Rivalries
What makes Burrow’s admiration for Clark even more intriguing is their college sports history. The Bengals quarterback is an LSU alumnus, and his alma mater had some epic clashes with Iowa while Clark was lighting up the college basketball scene.
One of the most talked-about rivalries in recent years has been Clark’s on-court battles with Angel Reese, another WNBA rookie and former LSU star. Reese and Clark were drafted in the same WNBA class, setting the stage for their competitive dynamic to continue in the pros.
Burrow has been seen supporting Angel Reese, even posing for photos with the LSU standout. However, when it comes to appreciating Caitlin Clark’s game, Burrow is putting allegiances aside. His willingness to give Clark her flowers speaks volumes about the crossover appeal of her talent.
NFL vs. WNBA: Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Connection vs. Clark’s Indiana Fever
Beyond college ties, there’s another layer to Burrow’s support for Clark—their respective sports market rivalry.
Clark plays for the Indiana Fever, which is based in Indianapolis, a city home to the Colts, one of the Bengals’ direct competitors in the AFC playoff race. As Cincinnati’s franchise quarterback, Burrow’s team could very well be battling Indianapolis for postseason positioning in the years to come.
But perhaps the biggest surprise? Clark is a Kansas City Chiefs fan and was recently spotted alongside Taylor Swift at an NFL game. Given the Bengals-Chiefs rivalry, especially after two heated AFC Championship meetings, Burrow could have easily chosen to keep his distance.
Instead, the Cincinnati signal-caller is choosing to embrace Clark’s impact on the sports world, proving that talent transcends team loyalties.
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