When you’re picking who you want to sign the national anthem at the Super Bowl, there are a few criteria: you want an uncontroversial, big-name pop star, but not someone who’s going to drag it out too long. So that’s why Carrie Underwood is a fine choice. She’s an “All-American” girl who’s even had her own Christmas special. And as a Redskins fan, do I love that Tony Romo’s ex has made the NFL’s biggest stage before he has? Yes, yes I do.
Lady Gaga Snubbed! Underwood To Sing National Anthem At Super Bowl
↵But in honor of National Lady Gaga Day, wouldn’t it be great to imagine the eccentric pop star delivering the national anthem instead, if only to see the CBS execs sweat with memories of Janet Jackson? I say yes. It’d be like Jimi Hendrix in terms of cultural impact...except much, much stranger.
↵So what are the odds Roger Goodell makes this happen? Probably about the same as he and Mike Vick placing a friendly wager on some dogs...
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