In a stunning turn of events, the Washington Commanders’ rookie tight end Ben Sinnott scored his very first NFL touchdown in spectacular fashion, thanks to a play call named ‘Taylor Swift’ by offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury. The Carolina defense was caught off guard as Marcus Mariota connected with Sinnott for the score.
Kingsbury couldn’t hide his excitement as he shared, “His first catch was a touchdown, and the play was called ‘Taylor Swift,’ so you can’t really beat that to start your NFL scoring career. He was stoked about it.” It was a momentous occasion for Sinnott, who undoubtedly enjoyed the unique play call.
The inspiration behind the play name, Taylor Swift, has been linked romantically to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. Kingsbury jokingly remarked that Sinnott must have a deep admiration for the pop star to have a play named after her. The play itself involved Sinnott showcasing his skills as he found the perfect opening in the defense to secure the touchdown.
Kingsbury revealed that the ‘Taylor Swift’ play was a recent addition to their playbook and had been practiced for several weeks before finally being executed. The touchdown marked a significant milestone for Sinnott, who had not scored since his college days at Kansas State back in November of 2023.
“He’s a tremendous talent,” praised Kingsbury of the young tight end’s performance. Sinnott’s progression in the NFL has been evident, and his development has been impressive to witness.
Kingsbury is known for his creative play names, with ‘Taylor Swift’ being just one of many unique calls in his playbook. He hinted at the existence of several other play calls inspired by pop stars. The offensive mastermind teased, “There’s a bunch of them, but that’s a good one. We’ll use that again.”
Among the roster of play names is ‘Kelce,’ which left some wondering if it was a nod to Travis Kelce or his brother, Jason Kelce, a former NFL center. Kingsbury clarified, saying, “It’s just Kelce. They’re not, like, married together.” The mystery behind the ‘Kelce’ play remains, adding another layer of intrigue to Kingsbury’s playbook.
In the world of football, where every play is meticulously planned and executed, the inclusion of play calls named after pop stars adds a touch of whimsy and creativity to the game. As Sinnott continues to make a name for himself in the NFL, fans can look forward to more electrifying plays like the ‘Taylor Swift’ touchdown that captured the hearts of Commanders supporters everywhere.
