Eagles Fan Fired and Banned After Viral Video of Verbal Abuse
Ryan Caldwell's actions at a Philadelphia Eagles game led to his firing and a lifetime ban from Lincoln Financial Field after targeting a female Packers fan with misogynistic insults.
- Ryan Caldwell, identified as the Eagles fan in a viral video, repeatedly hurled misogynistic insults at Ally Keller, a Packers fan, during an NFL playoff game on January 12, 2025.
- The incident, captured on video by Keller's fiancé, Alexander Basara, showed Caldwell calling Keller derogatory names and taunting Basara without provocation, according to the couple.
- Caldwell was fired from his job at BCT Partners, a DEI-focused consulting firm, following an internal investigation into his actions outside the workplace.
- The Philadelphia Eagles have permanently banned Caldwell from attending any future events at Lincoln Financial Field, citing the unacceptable nature of his conduct.
- The incident has sparked discussions about fan behavior at sporting events, with some questioning the broader culture at games and the role of social media in accountability.