NFL Legends Favre And Urlacher Weigh In On Players ‘Doing The Donald’ Trump Dance [WATCH]

Support for President-elect Donald Trump is making waves in the sports world, particularly in the NFL, where players have embraced the so-called “Trump Dance” as a touchdown and sack celebration.

The trend gained prominence during Week 11 of the NFL season and has sparked conversations about athletes’ growing willingness to openly support Trump.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher highlighted the shift in an interview with Fox News’ Jesse Watters Primetime.

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Urlacher, a longtime Trump supporter, explained how athletes had previously feared backlash for expressing their political views. “People were scared for a while. You don’t want people to talk bad about you, how we’ve been talked about the last four years if you’re a Donald Trump supporter,” Urlacher said.

“I think now, no one’s scared anymore. It’s nice to see these guys coming out and everyone who’s a silent Trump supporter – he under polls always.… I think they’re just excited now that he got the job done, and he’s gonna get the job done the next four years.”

NFL Hall of Famer & former Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher says the Trump dance is taking over pro sports:

“The excitement is everywhere… no one is scared anymore.” pic.twitter.com/UFX8BHIIaJ

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Urlacher’s comments reflect the broader enthusiasm among Trump’s supporters, particularly in sports.

A former linebacker for the Chicago Bears, Urlacher spent his 12-year NFL career earning accolades, including eight Pro Bowl selections, before retiring in 2012 and being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.

Urlacher isn’t alone in celebrating Trump.

NFL legend Brett Favre appeared on Fox News’ The Ingraham Angle to share his thoughts on the phenomenon.

Favre expressed his belief that the celebratory dance and Trump’s election victory resonate with players and fans alike. “I think people have had enough,” Favre said.

“When I woke up (after) Election Day and saw the landslide victory, it really put, I think, everyone’s perspective of this country right into the forefront.”

The “Trump Dance” has gained widespread attention, with players like San Francisco 49ers star Nick Bosa leading the charge.

Bosa first made headlines when he donned a “Make America Great Again” cap during a postgame interview, earning a fine under the NFL’s policy against displaying political messages.

However, his “Trump Dance” celebration after sacking Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield sparked a trend that has been embraced by players such as Brock Bowers, Calvin Ridley, Za’Darius Smith, Malcolm Rodriguez, and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.

Despite speculation that the NFL might crack down on the celebration, the league confirmed it has “no issue” with the dance.

NFL spokesperson Brian McCarthy told Front Office Sports that the league allows celebratory dances as long as they do not violate rules prohibiting excessive profanity or vulgarity.

McCarthy added that coverage of such celebrations is at the discretion of broadcasters.

The NFL’s stance contrasts with its past handling of political expressions, such as fining Bosa for wearing a MAGA hat.

Celebrations like the “Trump Dance” fall within league guidelines, which permit end zone celebrations but prohibit wearing clothing with personal or political messages.

The NFL has also sought to avoid conflict with Trump, especially given the decline in viewership during the 2016 and 2017 seasons, when Trump publicly criticized the league over its handling of protests led by Colin Kaepernick.

As Trump prepares to return to the White House, his influence is clearly resonating beyond politics.

For players and fans alike, the “Trump Dance” is more than a celebration – it’s a statement of confidence in the President-elect’s leadership.

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