NBC Sports Critique of Woody Johnson’s Trump Support Sparks Outrage from OutKick Founder
May
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson made headlines for appearing alongside Donald Trump during the former President’s victory speech after winning the South Carolina Republican Primary. This prompted NBC Sports commentator Mike Florio to offer a scathing critique of Republicans, drawing the ire of OutKick founder Clay Travis.
Given Johnson’s previous role as ambassador to the United Kingdom during Trump’s presidency, it’s unsurprising that he would continue to support Trump in future elections.
Florio, known for his left-leaning viewpoints, took the opportunity to deliver what Travis labeled as one of the most ironically humorous comments ever made. Florio’s statement insinuated that individuals on the political right are selective about when they discuss topics other than football, particularly when it aligns with their own preferences.
Travis, however, swiftly called out the absurdity of Florio’s assertion. He highlighted the irony in Florio’s criticism, pointing out the flaw in suggesting that individuals on the right lack respect for opposing views when Florio himself was guilty of the same bias.
Moreover, Travis emphasized the distinction between Johnson’s private political affiliations and his role as an NFL team owner, noting that Johnson does not bring his political views into the realm of football. This, Travis argued, contrasts sharply with the actions of certain athletes who openly endorse Democratic candidates while actively participating in professional sports.
Travis’s rebuttal underscored the inconsistency and hypocrisy in Florio’s argument, labeling it as a clear case of projection rather than genuine analysis.
