NFL players respond to spread of fake quotes and AI content

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:14 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

NFL players respond to spread of fake quotes and AI content
Summary

NFL players, including George Kittle and Jason Kelce, have had to clarify false quotes attributed to them. In a increasingly filled with AI-generated misinformation, the spread of fabricated quotes is causing confusion among fans and frustration for players. The prevalence of this misleading content has turned sports into a fertile ground for so-called 'AI slop', with concerns raised at recent NFL meetings about the impact on public perception and player reputation. As the issue persists, players are taking to social media to combat the misinformation directly.

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  • •George Kittle addressed a fake quote about politics in football.
  • •Jason Kelce also responded to a viral fabricated statement.
  • •Experts highlight sports' large audiences as a target for misinformation.
  • •AI-generated content is described as 'low-quality' and misleading.
  • •NFL PR departments are increasingly focused on combating fake news.
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