On social media, many viewers stunned after a viral video captured a moment showing Chiefs star seeks out Trump before Super Bowl.
Kansas City Chiefs star Chris Jones made headlines before Super Bowl 2025 when he sought out former President Donald Trump for a handshake.
The brief but meaningful interaction sparked a wave of reactions online, with many declaring, “America is healing.”
Chris Jones Approaches Trump on the Field
On Twitter, a viral video captured a moment showing Chris Jones seek out Trump before Super Bowl, left viewers stunned.
The video showed as Trump arrived on the field before the game, Jones made his way over to the former president. The towering defensive lineman waited respectfully as Trump greeted the crowd and threw his fist in the air.
Initially, Trump didn’t notice Jones but doubled back to shake his hand. The moment was captured on video and quickly went viral.
MAGA fans celebrate Jones’ Patriotism
The interaction drew praise from Trump supporters, who celebrated Jones for his public display of respect.
One fan tweeted: Chiefs player Chris Jones SPECIFICALLY came out to shake President Trump’s hand right before the Super Bowl. America is healing.
Another added: This is the most pro-American the Super Bowl has been in a long time. America is healing, and it feels really good.
While a third commented: Wait till Elon finds out how much it is to run.The next super whatever might be in Greenland if we can take it over before then
Another added: Chris Jones makes a very good role model for kids … & many adults as well. Class act.
Someone else said: Well done, Chris Jones, well done. (No, I didn’t watch the game, I watched re-runs of Johnny Carson instead.)
Trump’s prediction and praise for Mahomes
Trump had earlier predicted a Chiefs victory, praising quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany.
“I’ve watched this great quarterback—who has, by the way, a phenomenal wife, okay, she’s a Trump fan,” Trump said. “She’s a MAGA fan, so I happen to love her.”
Despite Trump’s prediction, the Chiefs fell to the Philadelphia Eagles in a 40-22 defeat.
Jones, known for his emotional displays during the national anthem, was seen wiping away tears before the game.
Fans believe his tears are a good luck omen. However, Jon Batiste’s rendition of the anthem drew mixed reactions online.
One viewer wrote, “Sing the national anthem like the national anthem. It’s not a jazz improv song! This is shameful.”
Trump became the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl, watching the game alongside his daughter Ivanka.
He predicted a Chiefs victory, citing Mahomes’ winning record. However, the Eagles dominated the game, ending the Chiefs’ hopes of a historic three-peat.
Chris Jones’ handshake with Trump became a symbol of unity for many, sparking conversations about patriotism and sportsmanship.
While the Chiefs’ loss was disappointing for fans, the pre-game moment reminded everyone that sports have the power to bring people together.
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