Here’s why Adam Sandler is calling Travis Kelce a ‘neutral’ and praising him for his role and the unforgettable bear scene in Happy Gilmore 2.

Adam Sandler Reveals Why He Calls Travis Kelce a ‘Neutral’ and Praises His Standout Bear Scene in Happy Gilmore 2

When NFL superstar Travis Kelce signed on to make a cameo in Adam Sandler’s highly anticipated sequel Happy Gilmore 2, no one expected the Kansas City Chiefs tight end to become one of the film’s most talked-about surprises. Now, Adam Sandler himself is giving Kelce major credit — even coining a unique nickname for the Super Bowl champ: “the Neutral.”

In a recent interview promoting the movie, Sandler explained what makes Kelce so special on-screen.

“Travis has this thing about him — he’s not trying too hard, he’s not over the top, and yet he totally owns every scene he’s in. I call him the ‘Neutral’ because he just comes in, levels the energy, and makes everyone laugh without even trying,” Sandler shared with a grin.

Kelce’s most memorable moment comes during what’s already being called the film’s most outrageous sequence: the now-iconic bear scene. Without giving away too many spoilers, Kelce finds himself face-to-face with a towering, very real-looking bear in a golf course mishap that blends physical comedy, slapstick, and a few clever nods to his NFL career.

Fans at early screenings have flooded social media with praise, calling Kelce “a natural comedian” and “the best cameo in years.” Even die-hard Happy Gilmore fans agree that the scene perfectly captures the chaotic, lovable energy of the franchise.

Sandler says Kelce brought the same charisma that has made him one of the NFL’s most beloved personalities:

“You just can’t teach that kind of presence. He’s fearless, he’s funny, and he knows exactly who he is. That’s what makes the scene work — and that’s why everyone’s talking about it.”

Happy Gilmore 2 is set to hit Netflix later this summer, and if the buzz around Kelce’s “bear brawl” is any indication, the film may have just turned the NFL champ into Hollywood’s newest comedic sensation.