The Ultimate List of Football-Loving Celebrities: Unveiling Nick Lachey, Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Swift, and a Surprising Twist!

Athletes like Tom Brady, Jay Cutler, and Aaron Rodgers have a well-known affection for football. However, there are also numerous celebrities who take pleasure in supporting their favorite teams from the sidelines. For example, Nick Lachey can often be found cheering his team on from the comfort of his couch, accompanied by his eldest son, Camden. Similarly, Jessie James Decker developed a love for the game after her husband, Eric Decker, played in the NFL.

"We do not have a strong allegiance to any particular team because we have love for all the teams [Eric has] played for. Therefore, it feels like we support all of them," Jessie James exclusively shared with We in January 2023. "The only downside is that I do not strongly feel passionate about any specific team. Usually, if we know someone on a team, then we will cheer for them."

Continue reading to see who else shares their devotion to the sport and which teams they support below:

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Celebrities Who Love Football: Nick Lachey, Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Swift and More

Football enthusiasts like Tom Brady, Jay Cutler, and Aaron Rodgers are well-known for their passion for the sport. However, there is a multitude of iconic personalities who revel in supporting their beloved teams from the sidelines.

Nick Lachey often supports his team from the comfort of his couch, accompanied by his eldest son Camden. On the other hand, Jessie James Decker developed an interest in the game after her husband, Eric Decker, played in the NFL.

"We don't have a particular allegiance to any team because we appreciate all the teams Eric has been part of. So, we tend to support everyone," Jessie James revealed exclusively to We in January 2023. "The only downside is that I don't feel a strong passion for any specific team. Usually, if we know someone on the team, we'll cheer for them."

Scroll through to see who else is loyal to the sport — and which teams have their allegiance — below:

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Taylor Swift

Swift's relationship with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce in September 2023 led to her regular appearances at Chiefs games throughout the 2023 season. In October 2023, she attended several games, including one at MetLife Stadium with her friend Blake Lively, always sporting Chiefs attire. As a symbol of their friendship, Swift even wore an "87" friendship bracelet in support of Kelce.

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Olivia Culpo

The San Francisco 49ers reached the playoffs in January 2023, and at that time, the model showed her support for her then-boyfriend, Christian McCaffrey. In April 2023, McCaffrey, who is a running back in the NFL, proposed to Culpo.

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Lala Kent, Scheana Shay and Emily Simpson

The Vanderpump Rules ladies met up with the Real Housewives of Orange County star in December 2022 to root for the Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

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Jason Tartick

The Buffalo Bills' victory over the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving sparked immense jubilation in November 2022 for the native of Buffalo, New York. Celebrating the holiday alongside his then-fiancée, Kaitlyn Bristowe, the Bachelorette alum enthusiastically sported matching football attire. (Tartick and Bristowe declared their separation in August 2023.)

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John Legend

“Miles’s first NFL game! Thank you @rams!” the musician wrote via Instagram in October 2022 after watching the Los Angeles Rams play the Dallas Cowboys with his son.

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Will Ferrell

The Anchorman star, Ferrell, a diehard Cincinnati Bengals fan, was seen posing with Ryan Reynolds at Super Bowl LVI in February 2022. Additionally, as a graduate of the University of Southern California, Ferrell is frequently spotted at the college games, making him a notable presence at his alma mater.

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Rebel Wilson and Adam DeVine

The Pitch Perfect costars attended Super Bowl LV together in February 2021 before rooting for the L.A. Rams at Super Bowl LVI the following year.

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Gisele Bündchen

The model had been a regular presence at New England Patriots games, but that changed when her then-husband Brady left the team in 2020. However, she continued to support him as he joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Prior to Brady's brief retirement in 2022, Bündchen expressed to the Associated Press that she is solely focused on her husband when he is on the field.

"At night, if my husband is watching football on TV, I occupy myself with a book and try not to hear the game. I turn on my reading light and immerse myself in the story, while he nourishes his passion for football. It's important to him. I only want to watch football if he is playing."

The couple confirmed in fall 2022 that they had split and were officially divorced.

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Rob Lowe

Following his attendance at the NFC Championship game in January 2020, the actor shared a picture of himself engrossed in the game while donning an "NFL" hat. He also provided a quote from his beloved Parks and Recreation character, Chris Traeger, expressing his genuine adoration for football and all teams, emphasizing their collective greatness. The actor took to Twitter to convey his sentiment, writing, "I LITERALLY love football! And teams. Every one of them! They are all wonderful! Go teams! -Chris Traeger."

Fast forward two years, and the 9-1-1 Lone Star actor found himself rooting for the L.A. Rams at Super Bowl LVI. Accompanying him in the stands was his brother, Chad Lowe, who fervently cheered for the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Nick Lachey

In January 2019, the 98 Degrees singer delighted his fans by sharing a heartwarming Instagram photo. The picture showcased a tender moment between him and his son, Camden, as they snuggled up together on the couch. The singer also raised a triumphant fist in the air, expressing his excitement. Alongside the photo, he expressed his anticipation for February 3rd, hoping to recreate the same joyous expression on his face once again. He also showed support for the Rams by adding the hashtag #Rams.

The father-son duo, however, were rooting for the Cincinnati Bengals at the February 2022 Super Bowl, which took place in L.A.

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Paul Rudd

The Kansas City Chiefs have a devoted fan in the Ant-Man actor, who hails from Kansas himself. He is willing to go above and beyond to support his team and ensure their success. According to Rudd, being a Chiefs fan has never been more exhilarating than it is now, especially with their recent Super Bowl appearance in February 2020.

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Eric Stonestreet

The Kansas City native and star of Modern Family has been a lifelong Chiefs fan. In 2019, Stonestreet had the honor of banging the giant drum at a home game in anticipation of the team's 2020 Super Bowl appearance.

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Reese Witherspoon

The Morning Show star embraces football season and has even designed a tailgate-approved décor collection for her company, Draper James. Each fall, she demonstrates her support for various football teams through her active presence on social media. In 2019, she passionately cheered on the Tennessee Titans, who successfully reached the AFC Championship game. In the previous year, she shared a nostalgic photo of herself sporting a football jersey from 1992 in celebration of the Super Bowl.

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Maria Menounos

The Patriots supporter informed ESPN in January 2019 that she has attended every Super Bowl except for one where the team was not playing. "Absolutely! I have been to all 17 Super Bowls. ... Perhaps they will honor me with a ring!"

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Eric Decker and Jessie James Decker

Despite announcing his retirement from the NFL in August 2018, the former wide receiver's passion for the sport remains unwavering. In an exclusive interview with Us in January 2019, his wife revealed his plans to venture into the world of commentating, stating, "He loves football so much. You'll be seeing him soon, engaging in all the exciting aspects of commentating." She also mentioned that their viewership of football had increased, exclaiming, "He immerses himself in studying everything, and to my surprise, we are watching even more football now!"

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Joe Manganiello

In October 2018, the actor from True Blood donned a retro Steelers jersey featuring T.J. Watt, expressing his support for the team as he watched their game against the Cleveland Browns. "Here we go, Steelers!" he enthusiastically exclaimed in a video shared on Instagram.

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John Legend

In September 2018, Chrissy Teigen took to Twitter to document her husband's fantasy football league named "Grown Ass Men." While she didn't formally make any picks, she did support him by purchasing a whiteboard (apparently unaware that it was all online) and creating hats for the event.

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Kristin Cavallari

Similar to Bündchen, Cavallari consistently stood by her husband, Cutler, as a devoted football wife. She proudly supported him from the sidelines in Chicago and continued to do so when they moved to Miami until his retirement in 2017. (Cavallari and Cutler went their separate ways in April 2020.)

The reality star showcased her admiration for multiple players, proudly sharing an Instagram snapshot of herself alongside the esteemed former Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino in October 2017, expressing her utmost respect for the living legend.

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Mark Wahlberg

The Boston native is an avid fan of the Patriots, even delivering a speech at their pregame ceremony celebration in September 2017. "PATRIOTS FANS! We have been witness to numerous unforgettable moments over the past 15 years, and we have witnessed the birth of a modern-day dynasty right before our eyes," he stated emphatically to the crowd. "Now, we will revisit these historic moments and pay tribute to the championships that preceded this moment." In addition, Wahlberg was in attendance at the 2017 Super Bowl, although he left the game early in order to attend to his sick son.

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Colton Underwood

The Bachelor of season 23 had a background in college football, having played for Illinois State. He briefly pursued a career in the NFL, initially signing with the San Diego Chargers as an undrafted free agent in 2014. However, he was later waived and placed on injured reserve. He also had a brief stint practicing with the Oakland Raiders, but was released in 2016 due to an injury. In June 2017, he spoke to the JournalStar about a serious shoulder issue he had faced and decided to undergo surgery for. He mentioned, "I couldn't keep playing on it." Since then, he admits to becoming less involved in following the game, stating in January 2019, "For being a former football player, I don't actually follow the game very closely anymore."

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Alyssa Milano

The Charmed actress is such a big fan of the game that she has her own line of football apparel for women called Touch. She proudly supports the New York Giants, even connecting with the team through her father-in-law who works as the head of the "chain gang" on the sidelines. Additionally, she had the opportunity to provide commentary for a flag football game involving NFL players' wives and girlfriends in February 2017. In fact, she admits to occasionally pretending she's a color commentator for games, similar to how people sing in the shower. She shared this fun fact with NFL.com.

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Kate Hudson

The Almost Famous actress and her older brother, Oliver Hudson, are huge Denver Broncos fans. They both grew up in Colorado and Los Angeles, so when the Broncos made it to the Super Bowl in 2016, they couldn't miss the opportunity to cheer them on. Sharing a photo on Instagram in February 2016, the Fabletics founder expressed her excitement about being there with her brother and mentioned missing their other sibling, Wyatt. They were also present at Super Bowl LVI in February 2022 when the Los Angeles Rams triumphed over the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg

While these two individuals may find common ground in many aspects, their sports teams are a different story. According to Jenny McCarthy, the host of the Jenny McCarthy Show and a proud representative of her hometown Chicago, the dynamic between her and her husband, a devoted Patriots fan, can be summed up as "forget about it." However, McCarthy clarifies that their rivalry does not lead to friction. Instead, it has helped her develop a deeper appreciation for the sport. She admits that her intense focus on supporting the Chicago teams was broadened when her husband introduced her to the accomplishments of Patriots General Manager Bill Belichick. In fact, McCarthy's fondness for the Patriots even led her to cheer for them during their Super Bowl appearance in 2015, where she accompanied her restaurateur husband.

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Kate Bosworth

The Dallas Cowboys, being her favorite team, inspire the Blue Crush actress to engage in her personal drinking game. As she revealed to Jimmy Fallon in 2015, whenever the team scores, she indulges in a shot of whiskey.

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Jessica Simpson

In December 2008, Simpson gained the nickname "jinx" when she supported her ex-boyfriend, retired Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo, by wearing a pink jersey and watching from the stands during the team's worst game of the season. Her former flame, John Mayer, defended her, emphasizing her deep love for Texas and stating that it was a defining trait of hers. Despite the negative experience, Simpson's enthusiasm for the sport remained intact, as she later went on to marry former NFL tight end Eric Johnson in 2014.