The Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints are set to play the NFL’s first-ever game in France this weekend, but not everyone is happy about it. Because of the radical political climate in the country — protests have been breaking out all over the country over poor school conditions and teacher shortages, high cost of living, inflated gas prices, and frustration with President Emmanuel Macron — many American fans are calling on the NFL to move the game back stateside. The latest to speak out on the NFL’s ill-fated decision is Dani Watt, the wife of Steelers star pass-rusher T.J.
On her Instagram story on Monday, Dani reposted a CBS Pittsburgh story with the caption: “The NFL says it is continuing forward with plans for the upcoming Steelers-Saints game amid unrest in Paris.” She then added her own commentary, asking “Tell me how this makes sense???” Despite the public coverage of the civil unrest in France — 500,000 people marched in protest over the weekend according to CNBC, and there’s been reports of vandalization to local businesses, police officers being attacked, and several buildings being set on fire — the NFL has been adamant Sunday’s game will still take place at Stade de France, which hosted the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics and Paralympics. There’s been no disruption or impact at league sites.” Saints senior vice president of communications, broadcasting, community & government relations Greg Bensel revealed the team is on board with the NFL’s decision to forge ahead with the game.
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