HOLY SH!T: Minnesota Vikings Reject Elon Musk’s Tesla Ad at U.S. Bank Stadium! Vikings Give Very Good Reasons for the Rejection

 

 

Elon Musk takes his son to the Super Bowl as two ads are to be aired during game calling on consumers to boycott Tesla | The Sun

 

 

 

Local Partnerships Come First: The Vikings emphasized their commitment to supporting Minnesota-based companies and long-term partners, many of which have contributed to the stadium and the team’s success over the years. “We pride ourselves on building relationships that reflect the spirit of our state,” the spokesperson said.

Fan Experience: According to internal surveys, fans expressed mixed feelings about big-tech brands dominating the in-stadium experience. “We want to keep the focus on football and the fan community — not on Silicon Valley drama,” a senior marketing official added.

Tesla Responds

Giá xe Tesla tăng vọt vì áp lực lạm phát

As of now, Tesla has not publicly commented on the rejection. However, insiders suggest Musk was “surprised” by the pushback and may seek other NFL teams for similar deals — though he is known to prefer unconventional marketing tactics that avoid traditional advertising channels.

Final Thoughts

While many teams chase big sponsorship dollars, the Minnesota Vikings’ decision shows a different approach — one that puts values, loyalty, and community engagement above pure profit.

One NFL executive (who asked to remain anonymous) summed it up:
“Turning down Elon Musk? That’s a bold move. But it might be the most Viking thing they’ve ever done.”