The Indiana Fever might be in the offseason, but the headlines just won’t stop — and this time, it’s not about basketball. When Caitlin Clark showed up at the Indianapolis Colts game and refused to wear the team’s jersey because of her loyalty to the Kansas City Chiefs, social media exploded — and one of the first to react was none other than her outspoken teammate, Sophie Cunningham.

It all started when cameras caught Clark in the VIP section at Lucas Oil Stadium during the Colts’ blowout win. While her Fever teammates were rocking Colts blue and white, Clark noticeably kept things neutral — no jersey, no hat, not even a hint of team colors.

When asked about it later, she reportedly laughed and said, “I can’t betray my Chiefs — you know where my heart’s at.” That one line instantly set off a social media firestorm. Colts fans weren’t thrilled, Chiefs fans loved it, and sports commentators couldn’t stop talking about how “the most famous rookie in sports” had managed to make an NFL game about her.

But it was Sophie Cunningham’s reaction that really got fans talking. The fiery Fever veteran wasted no time weighing in, posting a cheeky Instagram story with the caption:

“😂😂 My girl said NO Colts jersey! Chiefs Kingdom got her locked down!”

Cunningham even tagged Clark in the post, adding a playful poll that read, “Would YOU wear your rival’s jersey for PR?” The response was overwhelmingly in Clark’s favor, with fans voting “no way” by a wide margin.

Reporters later caught up with Sophie at a charity event in Phoenix, and of course, the question came up again. She laughed and didn’t hold back:

“Listen, Caitlin’s loyal — you gotta respect that! She’s been a Chiefs fan forever. The girl loves Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce more than she loves a photo op. I think it’s hilarious.”

Her lighthearted defense of Clark quickly went viral, with fans praising her for standing by her teammate while poking fun at the situation. “That’s why people love Sophie,” one fan commented. “She’s real, she’s funny, and she always has Caitlin’s back.”

However, not everyone saw it as a laughing matter. Some Indiana locals and Colts diehards felt Clark missed a chance to embrace her new city. “She’s the face of Indiana sports right now,” one fan wrote on X. “How do you not show love for the Colts at their game? It’s bad optics.”

Sports pundits chimed in too, with several shows debating whether Clark’s refusal to wear the jersey was a “minor moment” or a “PR misstep.” One host on The Herd joked,

“Only Caitlin Clark could turn an NFL Sunday into a WNBA headline. She’s not even trying — she just is the story.”

For Sophie Cunningham, though, it’s all part of the Caitlin Clark experience — a mix of superstardom, authenticity, and the occasional viral controversy. “That’s just Caitlin,” she said. “She’s not fake. She’s not gonna pretend to be something she’s not just because cameras are on her. You gotta love that.”

And she’s not wrong. Clark’s authenticity — even in moments like this — is what fans have come to adore. The rookie sensation has always worn her heart on her sleeve, from her fiery on-court demeanor to her unabashed love for Mahomes and the Chiefs. During her college days at Iowa, she often mentioned watching Kansas City games religiously, even wearing Chiefs gear to team events.

So for her, this wasn’t rebellion — it was just staying true to herself. Still, the viral moment added fuel to the ongoing narrative about Clark’s every move being scrutinized, no matter how innocent.

One sports journalist put it best:

“If Caitlin Clark sneezes, it’s trending. If she cheers for the Chiefs, it’s front-page news. That’s the level of fame we’re talking about.”

Sophie seems to understand that better than anyone. The veteran forward has seen firsthand how intense the spotlight on Clark can get, and she’s made it clear she’s not going to let the noise divide the team. “We tease her a little,” she said, “but we all know she’s built different. The attention she gets — nobody else in women’s basketball deals with that.”

Privately, Fever insiders say the entire locker room had a good laugh over the incident, with several players jokingly offering Clark a Colts jersey during practice the following week. “She still wouldn’t wear it,” one player reportedly said, laughing. “She said, ‘I’ll take a picture with it, but that’s it!’”

As for Cunningham, she’s using the moment to highlight the bond between her and Clark. “We’ve been through a lot this season,” she said. “And when you’ve got that kind of friendship, you can joke about stuff like this. It’s all love — on and off the court.”

Still, the viral clip sparked an unexpected side conversation — the idea that Clark’s NFL allegiance could lead to bigger things. Some fans are already dreaming of a Caitlin Clark x Chiefs collaboration, with fan art circulating of her in a red-and-gold uniform next to Travis Kelce.

One post even joked, “Taylor Swift and Caitlin Clark in the same suite for a Chiefs game? That’s the Super Bowl of pop culture right there.”

Whether or not that ever happens, one thing’s clear: Clark’s every move matters — even when she’s just watching football. The fact that a simple choice not to wear a jersey became national news says everything about her impact and the reach of her brand.

And as always, Sophie Cunningham is right there with her — laughing, defending, and occasionally stirring the pot. “People need to relax,” Sophie said with a grin. “It’s just football! If Caitlin wants to rep her Chiefs, let her. She’s earned the right to do her thing.”

In the end, it’s another reminder of how much Clark’s fame transcends basketball — and how her authenticity, even in small moments, keeps fans talking. She didn’t wear the jersey. Sophie laughed it off. The internet caught fire. And somehow, the Fever duo once again found themselves dominating headlines… during the offseason.

Because when Caitlin Clark’s involved — even something as simple as a football jersey becomes a national story.