The National Football League bans the gun gesture, which results in a 15-yard penalty for any offending player, per Daily Mail. The combination infuriated viewers, who unloaded their grievances on social media. “Is the @NFL going to fine @Beyonce for finger guns?!” one angry watcher shared on X (formerly Twitter).

Businessman and social media personality Dave Portnoy has his reservations about Beyonce. On December 25, 2024, the singer performed at the Superbowl halftime show.