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Dec 15, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) celebrates the win over the Dallas Mavericks during overtime at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy Reuters
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Dec 15, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) celebrates the win over the Dallas Mavericks during overtime at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports| Courtesy Reuters
The Los Angeles Rams made history winning the Super Bowl for the first time since 1999. New signing Odell Beckham Jr. won his first career ring and had played a crucial part in the win. His long-time friend, LeBron James, also came to show support. Upon OBJ’s touchdown, the King celebrated by dancing and cheering for the Rams.
Although Beckham’s game didn’t last long, he did get in a TD which led to James dancing in celebration.
Bron celebrating OBJ's TD 💪😂 pic.twitter.com/kzsDvEih16
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 14, 2022
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The Rams were major underdogs heading into the NFL playoffs. However, they battled out big teams and made it all the way to the big stage. While OBJ didn’t have the best postseason, he made it count in the Super Bowl, grabbing an early touchdown to give the Rams a major boost. Likewise, his team took care of things late in the game as they beat the Bengals 23-20.
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Fans react to LeBron James’ dance on OBJ touchdown
The Rams started the Super Bowl real strong and had their offense going. Odell Beckham Jr. was the target man and the big stage was set right for him. Likewise, the receiver delivered with a touchdown to make his first Super Bowl a memorable one. Here is what the fans had to say after the lakers’ superstar broke out in a dance to celebrate OBJ’s touchdown.
Bro is a browns fan pic.twitter.com/xj3jw705Xx
— 𝕋𝔸𝕋𝔼’𝕊 𝕎ℝ𝕃𝔻 🌍☄️🛸 (15-39) (@TatesBurner) February 14, 2022
This is why LeBron James is the greatest basketball player of all time
— (Depressed) TYE (@tray_eleven) February 14, 2022
he had 500k on OBJ scoring https://t.co/20bcGSwKXN
— kEEN (@kEEN39K) February 14, 2022
Bron pretending to like the Rams will never not kill me https://t.co/nHjVyHGcpF
— JD🤔 (@LeJu4n) February 14, 2022
LeHIPS https://t.co/qWNVzRtnDF
— k (@twizyritzz) February 14, 2022
Everything he does funny as hell, he gonna be griddying in place if Jamarr catches a TD later https://t.co/NIrHXQpOvk
— Cmon cmon Russ show me sumthin (@Solentos) February 14, 2022
La winning is good for https://t.co/7DynYhY3WJ https://t.co/rI8PE4kUu4
— 21 Million (@Blockchainwork5) February 14, 2022
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However, things didn’t end the way OBJ wanted as he picked up a knee injury and did not return back to the game. Despite the major loss, the Rams came back and led a fight to win the Super Bowl in a dramatic fashion. Their main offensive weapon, Cooper Kupp, was Stafford’s main target as he scored 2 touchdowns, including the decisive TD in the final minutes.
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The Bengals had their way after Burrow led an impressive third quarter outscoring the Rams. However, it was the Rams’ day as they took home the Super Bowl trophy. OBJ can finally call himself a champion. It was a great way for him to prove he is still an elite player and his journey has made it all the more sweet.
How would you rate Odell Beckham Jr’s performance? Let us know in the comments below.
