In the world of college football, a resounding win on the field is often followed by an equally impressive victory dance on social media. Week 8 of the 2024 season was no exception, as teams across the nation celebrated their triumphs with witty jabs and clever trolling of their opponents. Leading the pack was the Wisconsin Badgers, who bid a snarky farewell to Northwestern’s unconventional Lake Michigan stadium after a dominant 23-3 win.
Badgers Bid Adieu to the ‘Temporary Stadium’
Saturday’s game marked the final contest Northwestern will play at their picturesque yet unusual venue on the shores of Lake Michigan. The Wildcats have called the temporary stadium home while their regular facility undergoes renovations. After the Badgers handed them a crushing defeat, Wisconsin’s social media team couldn’t resist taking a parting shot:
Temporary stadium, permanent 𝐋.
– Wisconsin Football (@BadgerFootball)
The tweet, accompanied by an image of the final score superimposed over the stadium, perfectly encapsulated the Badgers’ feelings about their trip to Evanston. It was a masterclass in succinct trolling, and set the tone for a weekend full of social media savagery.
Cincinnati Feels ‘Devilish’ After Downing Arizona State
The Cincinnati Bearcats, fresh off a 24-14 victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils, got in on the action with a devilishly clever graphic. The post featured a smirking Bearcat mascot with the caption “FEELING DEVILISH 👹,” a clear jab at their opponent’s mascot. The win marked Cincinnati’s third in Big 12 play this season, a significant improvement from their lone conference win in 2023.
UTEP Miners Question FIU’s Identity
After notching their first win of the season, a 30-21 triumph over Florida International, the UTEP Miners took to Twitter to poke fun at their opponent’s initials. “𝐹𝐼-𝑊𝐻𝑂? 👀” they quipped, accompanied by a graphic highlighting running back Jevon Jackson’s 148-yard, one-touchdown performance. The victory was a much-needed boost for the Miners, who had gone winless in their first six games.
Tulane Cooks Up a Cajun-Style Troll
The Tulane Green Wave extended their winning streak to four games with a 24-10 victory over the Rice Owls, and celebrated with a Cajun-themed troll job. “That is how we like our rice cooked, Cajun-style with JUICE!!!” they proclaimed, along with a graphic showcasing their dominant defensive performance. The Green Wave forced five turnovers in the win, adding some spice to their already impressive season.
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Serve Up a ‘Chicken Dinner’
Not to be outdone by their fellow Louisiana squad, the Ragin’ Cajuns had a poultry-themed post of their own ready to go after beating the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 34-24. “We’ll take this one to geaux 🤟,” they declared, along with a graphic featuring a rooster and the words “Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!” The win was Louisiana’s sixth of the season, as they continue to establish themselves as a force in the Sun Belt Conference.
Illinois Adds Insult to Michigan’s Injury
Perhaps the most savage troll of the weekend came courtesy of the Illinois Fighting Illini, who not only handed the defending national champion Michigan Wolverines a 21-7 loss, but added a musical twist to the defeat. As the clock wound down on Illinois’ upset victory, the stadium sound system began playing “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers – the same song Michigan plays during the fourth quarter of home games at the Big House. The Wolverines, now 4-3 on the season, certainly weren’t feeling very bright after that one.
From clever wordplay to well-timed musical jabs, Week 8 of the college football season had it all when it came to postgame trolling. As the stakes continue to rise with each passing week, expect the social media barbs to get sharper and more frequent. After all, in the world of college football, a win on the field is only half the battle – you’ve got to dominate the meme game, too.
