Commanders’ Comeback Sparks Christmas-Themed Trolls in NFL Week 16
Ah, the holiday season—a time for joy, family, and apparently, some good old-fashioned trolling in the NFL. While most of us were busy decking the halls, the Washington Commanders were busy decking their division rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, with a festive jab that had fans buzzing.
In a game that was nothing short of a rollercoaster, the Washington Commanders pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 36-33 on the Eagles’ home turf. The game was a wild ride from start to finish, with the Eagles losing their star quarterback Jalen Hurts to a first-quarter concussion. Despite this setback, Philadelphia managed to hold a 27-14 lead going into the fourth quarter.
But the Commanders had other plans. Despite having five turnovers in the game, they rallied to score 22 points in the final quarter. The climax came when quarterback Jayden Daniels connected with receiver Jamison Crowder for a go-ahead score with just six seconds left on the clock. It was a moment that left Eagles fans in disbelief and Commanders fans in ecstasy.
Not one to miss an opportunity, the Commanders’ social media team decided to rub a little salt in the wound. They posted a clip from the movie “Elf,” emphasizing the “L” in Eagles, a cheeky nod to their division rivals’ loss.
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 22, 2024
e-a-g-L-e-s pic.twitter.com/9P78c8bLSQ
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 22, 2024
But the Commanders weren’t the only ones getting in on the trolling action this week. Let’s take a look at some of the other top trolls from Week 16.
Los Angeles Rams 19, New York Jets 9
The Los Angeles Rams continued their winning streak, notching their fourth straight victory by defeating the New York Jets. The Rams scored 13 points in the final quarter, capitalizing on Aaron Rodgers’ fumble with an 11-yard touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Tyler Higbee. The Jets immediately turned it over on downs before the Rams’ Joshua Karty kicked a 45-yard field goal.
After their win, the Rams took a playful jab at the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York.
The… the… the… THE RAMS. pic.twitter.com/BZgEUcOoZg
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 22, 2024
Atlanta Falcons 34, New York Giants 7
The Atlanta Falcons had a field day against the New York Giants in Michael Penix Jr.’s first career start. Atlanta’s quarterback threw for 202 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception. The Falcons’ defense was relentless, forcing three turnovers, including two pick-sixes off Giants quarterback Drew Lock. Atlanta running back Bijan Robinson ran for 94 yards and two touchdowns.
In a nod to the city’s basketball team, the Atlanta Hawks‘ guard Trae Young had previously trolled the New York Knicks earlier this season, and the Falcons resurfaced the clip for their own jab.
What @TheTraeYoung said 🥶 pic.twitter.com/4jPDgCBHCD
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) December 22, 2024
Los Angeles Chargers 34, Denver Broncos 27
The Los Angeles Chargers secured a key victory over the Denver Broncos on “Thursday Night Football.” Los Angeles pulled away from the back-and-forth matchup with two passing touchdowns from quarterback Justin Herbert in the fourth quarter. Broncos’ quarterback Bo Nix threw for 263 yards and two touchdowns.
The Chargers’ victory marked a season sweep against their division rivals. Los Angeles made sure to troll Denver after its win with a clip from “SpongeBob SquarePants.”
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) December 20, 2024
So there you have it, folks. Week 16 in the NFL was not just about the games but also about the playful banter that followed. As teams gear up for the final stretch of the season, one thing is clear: the trolling game is as competitive as the games themselves.
Originally Written by: Anthony Gharib
