WhatsApp partners with WWE for NFL group chat
October 14, 2026

By Nik Roseveare



WhatsApp and OffBall are partnering to bring fans closer to the NFL action with the return of The Chat – a live group chat for fans to engage with celebrities – with a revamped experience built for the American football season. Now available on WhatsApp Channels, the latest edition will give fans the opportunity to join and follow live reactions, commentary and conversation from some of the most popular WWE Superstars through a new partnership with WWE.

Launching on October 18th with the Dallas Cowboys vs Green Bay Packers game, The Chat will feature WWE talent representing each team and sharing their real-time reactions throughout the match. Representing Dallas will be Cody Rhodes, whose sister is a former Cowboys cheerleader, and Trick Williams, who spent time in the NFL prior to becoming a WWE Superstar. Liv Morgan will represent the Packers while The Miz will provide additional play-by-play commentary.


The Chat will continue throughout the season, including the November 1st Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders matchup, which will feature longtime Eagles fans Nikki Bella and Brie Bella along with LA Knight rooting for the Commanders, and additional talent to be announced soon.

WhatsApp and OffBall created The Chat in 2025 to connect fans with leading voices across sports and entertainment in a more immediate and conversational format. Previous editions have featured athletes, creators, and cultural figures such as LeBron James, Deion Sanders, Daniel Ricciardo, Kylie Kelce and more.