The NFL has been throw into an uncomfortable situation this month all because of a video shared by the White House's social media team.
On March 6, the White House tried to hype up its war with Iran by posting a compilation video of missile strikes and NFL collisions on the platform formerly known as Twitter. The video included AC/DC's iconic "Thunderstruck" as the soundtrack.
The White House's video kicked off with former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Sheldon Brown laying out former New Orleans Saints star Reggie Bush in a 2006 NFC divisional playoff game.
Dec 13, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; President Donald J. Trump during the first half of the 126th Army-Navy game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images © Danny Wild-Imagn Images
Robert Klemko of the Washington Post asked a few players who were included in this video for their thoughts. Let's just say they're not thrilled with the White House's social media team.
"I'm at a loss for words," former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Mason Foster told Klemko. "It's a strange feeling, seeing those clips like that. I don't think anything going on in the world today is as simple as a great football play or a hit. I'm still wrapping my head around it. ... When people are losing their lives, I don't think it can compare to a game."
Former Nebraska wideout Kenny Bell added, "I think it is very important to draw the line somewhere and this video is a really good example of where to draw the line."
How will the NFL respond?
Despite all the backlash surrounding this video, the White House has refused to take it down.
Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk reached out to the NFL for a comment on the White House's video. As of now, he hasn't received a response.
What's interesting about this situation is the NFL could get this video from the White House removed because their game footage is being used. Will they though? Only time will tell.
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