'Don't do it': Internet warns NFL legend Marshawn Lynch as he launches podcast with Gavin Newsom

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: One-time Super Bowl champion Marshawn Lynch is teaming up with California Governor Gavin Newsom to launch a new podcast.

The 38-year-old former running back, famously known as 'Beast Mode', is set to co-host 'Politickin' with the 56-year-old reelected official, despite ongoing speculation that Newsom could replace Joe Biden on the 2024 ticket if the President decides not to run.

Marshawn Lynch's agent has known Gavin Newsom for a long time

Doug Hendrickson, Marshawn Lynch's longtime agent, reportedly shared a close connection with Gavin Newsom, and the two have known each other for decades. Promising to be a platform for "conversations that need to be had," the podcast will air weekly starting July 15.

According to NFL insider Adam Schefter, Newsom's team has been working on the show for over six months. Lynch and Newsom have reportedly been friends for years, with Newsom even serving as a character witness for Lynch in 2013 following a DUI arrest and personally calling NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to advocate for the Seahawks star, according to Politico.

Both Bay Area natives, Newsom and Lynch have also connected over local issues, such as California's "Skittles ban" on food additives found in sweets, which Lynch opposed. Known for his powerful running style and memorable moments on the field, Lynch has dabbled in sports media since retiring in 2019, serving as a commentator and analyst.

He is also an investor in two indoor football teams and the NHL's Seattle Kraken. Newsom, who previously hosted a Current TV talk show while serving as California's lieutenant governor, also appeared on Fox News in December to debate Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Netizens erupt over Lynch-Newsom podcast

The announcement of Marshawn Lynch teaming up with California Governor Gavin Newsom to launch a new podcast, 'Politickin', has stirred strong reactions.

A social media user tweeted, "Marshawn!! Noooooooooooooo! Don’t do it."

Another said, "Didn’t have this link up on my 2024 Bingo card."

A third claimed, "Marshawn a talent but Gavin puts em to sleep."

"Maybe he focus on being a better Governor first??" questioned an individual.

"I’m surprised the governor has time to be podcasting as thugafprnia crime, unemployment, housing, insurance and inflation is consuming California citizens," read a tweet.

"Someone tell Marshawn the truth about Newscum," penned an individual.

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