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Boomer Esiason: End California Super Bowls Over High Taxes

2/12/2026

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Boomer Esiason, a former National Football League (NFL) quarterback, argues California should not host future Super Bowls due to high taxes.
He cites Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, who lost $71,000 after a Super Bowl win to California's "jock tax."
Esiason says the NFL Players Association should push to end California Super Bowls, noting Florida and Texas tax rates keep earnings.
Critics emphasize California's economic benefits and logistical advantages for hosting.

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Boomer Esiason, a former National Football League (NFL) quarterback, argues California should not host future Super Bowls due to high taxes.
He cites Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, who lost $71,000 after a Super Bowl win to California's "jock tax."
Esiason says the NFL Players Association should push to end California Super Bowls, noting Florida and Texas tax rates keep earnings.
Critics emphasize California's economic benefits and logistical advantages for hosting.