Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman to recite poem about COVID-19 ‘community heroes’ at Super Bowl LV
The NFL has asked Amanda Gorman, the young poet laureate from President Joe Biden’s inauguration, to write a poem about three COVID-19 “community heroes” that are serving as honorary captains at Super Bowl LV.
Tampa temporarily expands mask mandate to include outdoor areas during Super Bowl events
In addition to the stadium, Ybor City, the Riverwalk, and SoHo are among the areas where Tampa has expanded its mask mandate. Masks are now required outdoors in locations that will likely see crowds during Super Bowl week.
Miley Cyrus to headline NFL TikTok Tailgate at Super Bowl LV
The NFL announced Miley Cyrus will be headlining a new tailgating event before the Super Bowl - the NFL TikTok Tailgate.
Sarah Thomas to become first female to officiate at Super Bowl
When the Super Bowl comes around in Tampa, it will be the first time an NFL team plays on their home turf and the first time a female will officiate the big game.
Trifecta of Air Force bombers to provide Super Bowl LV flyover
The flyover for Super Bowl LV in Tampa will be a loud one. The U.S. Air Force’s three primary bombers will fly low and slow over Raymond James Stadium as the national anthem wraps up.
Old (Brady), young (Mahomes): Different Super Bowl 55 awaits
The 43-year-old Brady will expand on his record by playing in his 10th Super Bowl, hoping to expand on another record by winning a seventh title. And 25-year-old Patrick Mahomes of the Chiefs will be trying for back-to-back titles.
Super Bowl odds: Chiefs open as favorites over Buccaneers
Oddsmakers like Kansas City to win a second straight Super Bowl, making the Chiefs a field goal or better favorite to beat Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Budweiser joins Coke, Pepsi brands in sitting out Super Bowl to donate to COVID-19 vaccination efforts
Anheuser-Busch won't be advertising its Budweiser brand during Super Bowl LV. Instead, it’s donating the money it would have spent on the ad to coronavirus vaccination awareness efforts.
Ticket prices for Super Bowl LV in Tampa soar as Buccaneers win NFC Championship
The price of a Super Bowl ticket is already beginning to skyrocket with prices ranging between $11,173 and $75,460 as the Bucs are set to be the first team to ever play in a Super Bowl in their home stadium.
Young vs. Old: Brady, Mahomes set to clash in epic Super Bowl LV matchup
Because of restrictions in place due to COVID-19, Tampa Bay’s home stadium will only be about a quarter full when the Buccaneers host the Kansas City Chiefs on Feb. 7 in the Super Bowl. The Chiefs opened as a 3.5-point favorite.
Buccaneers make history as first team to play Super Bowl in home stadium
With their win over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship, the Buccaneers earned a spot in Super Bowl LV, which is being played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, the Bucs’ home stadium, on February 7.
Buccaneers outlast Packers; will head home to Super Bowl
Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers outdueled Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, earning a spot in the Super Bowl and a place in NFL history: The Bucs will become the first team ever to play a Super Bowl in their home stadium.
22,000 fans allowed in stands for Super Bowl LV, including 7,500 health care workers
The NFL plans to allow 22,000 fans to attend Super Bowl LV next month, 7,500 of whom are vaccinated health care workers. That’s about one-third of what Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium normally holds.
Red Cross blood donors could win trip to Super Bowl LVI by helping tackle COVID-19 plasma shortage
Red Cross blood donors could win a trip to Super Bowl LVI by helping tackle the national convalescent plasma shortage. They are urging individuals, especially those who have recovered from COVID-19, to give blood.
No Super Bowl capacity set yet, but NFL says Tampa is 'more than ready' to play host
While the NFL commissioner said Tampa is 'more than ready' to host next year's Super Bowl, he said the league has not committed to a set capacity figure yet.
The Weeknd to perform at Super Bowl Halftime Show
The Weeknd said he’s humbled by the opportunity.
NFL announces limited capacity at Super Bowl LV in Tampa
The National Football League announced Wednesday there will be limited admission to the 2021 Super Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
Florida's governor expects 'full Super Bowl' in Tampa next year
Next year’s Super Bowl in Tampa should be able to take place without any major restrictions, Florida’s governor said Friday as he announced Phase 3 of the state’s COVID-19 reopening plan.
Jennifer Lopez, Shakira Super Bowl halftime show called a 'porno show' in FCC complaints
The Federal Communications Commission was slapped with 1,312 complaints from Super Bowl viewers.
Chiefs' Bashaud Breeland excited for White House visit after Super Bowl LIV win
The Kansas City Chiefs are planning a visit to the White House after defeating the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV — their first championship in 50 years.