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A trio of Los Angeles Chargers fans stand out in the middle of Kansas City Chiefs fans during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

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A trio of Los Angeles Chargers fans stand out in the middle of Kansas City Chiefs fans during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
At the recent NFL Draft live stage event, former Super Bowl Champion Jason McCourty made headlines with his playful jabs and predictions for the upcoming season. One of the most notable moments of his speech was when he took a shot at the Kansas City Chiefs and their star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. He even had some opinions on Kansas barbeque.
But that’s not all. The former cornerback channeled his inner comedian and made the most of his time on the podium. Kansas was not the only target of McCourty, as he also fired some crazy shots at the entire AFC South.
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Jason McCourty takes the stage and sets the crowd on fire
Ex-champ Jason McCourty delived a low blow to the Chiefs & QB Mahomes, recalling Titans’ AFC championship win over KC in 2018, preventing Mahomes from reaching the Super Bowl that year. “I remember being in Arrowhead Stadium in 2018 when we won the AFC Championship game. And we went to the Super Bowl and Patrick Mahomes was one trophy short. Yes, I said it, I’m sorry.”
Jason McCourty had a lot to say.
The "pick is in" jingle even played twice. 🏈📺 #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/vr7CSpgNL6
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He also poked fun at Kansas City’s famous barbecue, declaring that Tennessee has the best barbecue in the nation. “Tennessee, the home of the best barbecue in the nation.” However, he then retracts his statement by saying “Did I say something? No, not true. I take it back.” Afterward, he clarifies that he had no intention of causing offense to anyone and expresses regret for any offense caused. “I’m sorry, I don’t mean to offend anybody.”
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McCourty also made fun of the Jacksonville Jaguars “The Jacksonville Jaguars, they haven’t had back-to-back winning seasons since I was a senior in high school” for failing to post winning records in two consecutive seasons.
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McCourty for the Titans
McCourty predicted that the Titans would win the AFC South division while taking jabs at the Houston Texans and the Indianapolis Colts. According to McCourty “But now it’s all about the Tennessee Titans. And we are the real team where the Houston Oilers started. For the Titans, the division is ours. I don’t care what Houston did yesterday. They’re gonna go get their letterman jackets again.”

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DETROIT – AUGUST 29: Pat McAfee #1 of the Indianapolis Colts watches from the sidelines against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on August 29, 2009 in Detroit, Michigan. The Lions defeated the Colts 18-17. (Photo by Mark Cunningham/Getty Images)
He mentioned that the Colts have a losing record against the Titans since Pat McAfee did his wrestling announcement, “The Indianapolis Colts are two and six against the Titans since Pat McAfee came up here and did his wrestling announcement.” Which is a reference to a memorable moment from a 2015 game between the two teams.
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In conclusion, McCourty declared the Titans’ had selected running back Tyjae Spears as the 81st pick in the draft. He said, “Tighten up, everybody” in his speech ending, meaning to stay strong and focused.
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