The 2026 Super Bowl at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California the championship game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots saw an unexpected and viral moment in the fourth quarter when a shirtless man ran onto the field during play. The incident momentarily halted the game and quickly spread across social media, becoming one of the most talked-about non-sports highlights of the event.
The Streaker’s Run Across the Field
With approximately 12 minutes left in the fourth quarter, a bare-chested man sprinted onto the turf, evading initial efforts by security to apprehend him. He made his way past players and rushed toward the opposite end zone, briefly drawing attention away from the on-field action before being tackled near the 10-yard line. The disruption didn’t last long — well-trained stadium security and personnel quickly intervened to remove the uninvited guest, allowing the game to resume with minimal delay. Notably, wide receiver Kyle Williams of the Patriots assisted in tackling the streaker, helping end his ill-advised run.
Messages Painted on the Body
What made this streaker especially notable was not just the act itself, but the cryptic messages scrawled across his body. Observers and later reports revealed that the man had promotional phrases written in permanent marker:
- On his torso was the phrase “Trade in the blind spot.”
- On his back, the words “Trade with Athena” were visible, along with what appeared to be his social media handle.
- These messages suggested the individual was using the high-profile moment to draw attention to a financial or trading-related brand or platform, a tactic that adds a commercial twist to what might otherwise have been a prank.
Identifying the Streaker
The man was later identified as Alex Gonzalez, a 25-year-old day trader and social media content creator. This was not his first Super Bowl disruption. Reports note that he previously made headlines at Super Bowl LVIII in 2024, where a similar field invasion — also involving writing on his body — occurred at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. According to accounts, Gonzalez has been public about his aggressive approach to gaining attention, choosing to use such dramatic stunts to promote his online brand and trading ventures. He even posted a first-person video of the run from smart glasses or a body cam after the incident, showing the chaotic sprint across the field.
Legal Consequences and Reactions
Following the streaking event, Gonzalez was swiftly arrested by stadium security and local police. He now faces charges including misdemeanor trespassing and field intrusion, as well as potential fines and a likely ban from NFL stadiums.
In social media posts after the incident, Gonzalez acknowledged how much he spent on his Super Bowl tickets — reportedly over $40,000 — and emphasized that the stunt was “worth it,” even if it meant jail time or legal trouble.
Reactions online were a mix of amusement, criticism, and incredulity. Some viewers joked about the bizarre nature of the stunt, while others condemned it as reckless and disrespectful to both the athletes and fans who paid to watch the game.
Super Bowl Moments Beyond the Game
While the Seahawks ultimately defeated the Patriots 29–13, securing their second Super Bowl title, the streaker incident added an unpredictable moment to an already memorable broadcast. Alongside the widely discussed halftime performance and other cultural moments surrounding the event, this bizarre interruption emphasized how even America’s biggest sporting showcase can be disrupted by a single individual’s decision to sprint onto the field.
