Week 11 in the NFL delivered its usual dose of drama, but it was the Indianapolis Colts who stole the show with their epic social media trolling of the New York Jets. After staging a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback to win 28-27, the Colts’ social media team went to work, firing off a series of hilarious New York-themed jabs that sent the football world into a frenzy.
Colts Channel Frank Sinatra in Jets Roast
The Colts didn’t hold back after their heart-stopping victory, taking to Twitter with a post featuring lyrics from the classic Frank Sinatra tune “New York, New York.” The tweet read:
Start spreading the news.
They followed it up with another post showing a subway train emblazoned with “Now departing (with a dub),” a clear reference to their triumphant exit from MetLife Stadium.
The Colts’ social media antics had fans in stitches and showcased the lighter side of the intense rivalries that define the NFL. But they weren’t the only team bringing the heat in Week 11.
Steelers Silence Ravens with Late Stand
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens added another chapter to their storied rivalry, with the Steelers emerging victorious 18-16 thanks to a gutsy late defensive stand. Not content with just the win, Pittsburgh’s social media squad rubbed salt in the wound with a series of posts mocking their division foes.
One Instagram post featured a scene from SpongeBob SquarePants with a sad violin playing, a clear jab at the Ravens’ heartbreaking defeat. Another showed a raven being crushed by a steel beam, leaving no doubt about who came out on top in this battle of AFC North heavyweights.
Vikings Conquer Titans, Claim AFC South Sweep
The Minnesota Vikings made a statement on the road, defeating the Tennessee Titans 23-13 and completing a clean sweep of the AFC South in the process. The Vikings’ social media team celebrated the feat with a post proclaiming:
Swept the AFC South 🧹
The win showcased Minnesota’s dominance and solidified their status as a force to be reckoned with in the NFC playoff picture.
Eagles Rally to Tame Commanders
In a crucial NFC East showdown, the Philadelphia Eagles overcame a slow start to defeat the Washington Commanders 26-18. The Eagles poured on 20 fourth-quarter points to secure the victory, prompting their social media team to declare that they had “TOOK COMMAND!” of the game.
Philadelphia also couldn’t resist taking a subtle dig at their division rival, posting a “W” graphic that closely resembled Washington’s logo. The win kept the Eagles in the driver’s seat in the NFC East and served notice that they won’t be relinquishing their perch atop the division anytime soon.
Week 11 in the NFL had a little bit of everything – incredible comebacks, hard-hitting divisional tilts, and a heavy dose of social media sass. As the playoff picture continues to take shape, one thing is clear: the battle for supremacy isn’t just happening on the field – it’s also playing out in real-time on Twitter feeds and Instagram stories across the league.
With so much at stake and the rivalries reaching a fever pitch, we can expect the trolling to only get spicier as the season winds down. Which team will deliver the next unforgettable social media burn? Tune in next week to find out!
