NFL Skit Takes Aim At Jessica Simpson’s Weight, Singer Speaks Out

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FIRST PUBLISHED: October 14, 2009 7:49 PM EDT
LAST UPDATED: October 14, 2009 10:26 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Jessica Simpson is once again under fire for her physique. But this time, it’s not from the tabloids – it’s from the NFL.

In a new animated short which aired during “FOX NFL Sunday” on October 11, sponsored by Burger King, cartoon versions of Tony Romo’s teammates and coach take turns taking shots at the quarterback’s ex-girlfriend.

“Man, I still can’t believe Tony dated Jessica Simpson, even after she blew up bigger than Flozell Adams!” an animated version of Cowboys running back Marion Barber says, referring to offensive lineman Adams, who is 6’7” and 338 pounds.

A caricature of Cowboys tight end Jason Witten then chimes in with another jab at the pop star.

“Unlike Tony, at least Jessica comes up big when it counts!” the cartoon character said.

A cartoon of Cowboys coach also jumps in on the act, suggesting Jessica could suit up for the team.

“Say Tony, is Jessica around? We could use a defensive tackle!” the character says, referring to a position that typically tips the scales at over 300 pounds.

A spokesperson for FOX issued an apology on Wednesday over the skit.

“Burger King Corp. did not have any editorial input in the creation of the animation that ran last Sunday, and no one from Burger King Corp. approved it before it aired. Upon reflection, our poor attempt at humor was insensitive and we deeply apologize to anyone who might have been offended,” the statement issued to Us Weekly said.

When contacted by Access Hollywood, reps for Jessica and the NFL were not immediately available for comment.

But on Wednesday evening, Jessica herself chimed in via her Twitter account.

“i will never understand why people attack for a laugh,” she Tweeted. “own your beauty and don’t listen to the judgement.”

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