In a pivotal clash at Mile High Stadium, Denver, on October 6, 1996, the Broncos crushed the Patriots. Shannon Sharpe’s standout performance included receiving yards, a touchdown, and a memorable trash talk, jokingly calling the President to help the Patriots. Recently, this viral video resurfaced, captivating fans once more and bringing with it a sense of nostalgia.
From the 90s to the 21st century, Sharpe’s impact on the gridiron remains indelible. With wit, pranks, and exceptional skills, he created unforgettable moments, both on and off the field.
Shannon Sharpe’s playing video from 27 years ago makes the rounds
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In 1996, the NFL world saw the Broncos triumph over the Patriots with a resounding 34-8 victory. Shannon caught seven passes for an impressive 153 yards and secured a touchdown. Sharpe’s memorable moment of trash talk occurred when he playfully placed a mock call to the President, urging him to send the National Guard to aid the struggling Patriots against the dominant Broncos.
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Sharpe’s epic jabs were recorded on camera as he said “President, we need the National Guard. We need as many men as you can spare ’cause we are killing the Patriots. So, call the dogs off. Send the National Guard, please! They need emergency help. Please! Help these folks!”
The TE further continued- “They’re coming. ‘Help is on the way. Help is on the way. Help is on the way’ I promise you. In 10 minutes, help will be here.”
This incident, captured by NFL Films, drew inspiration from former coach Denny Green, who had made a similar call during his tenure with the Vikings. While the Patriots felt disrespected and humiliated by Sharpe’s antics, he insisted that no harm was intended and that he was simply enjoying himself. Sharpe also expressed admiration for the Patriots and their coach, Bill Parcells, who would later coach him during his time with the New York Jets.
Well, to make it more viral, after 27 years, NFL officially brought this video back hours ago, which caught well by fans again-
Official ‘NFL’ shared “An all-time @shannonsharpe84 moment”
Another fan made an epic comeback about the Patriot’s future superstar, “The national guard brought them brady”
Someone jokingly suggested an arrest “They need to arrest the person responsible for todays broncos uniforms”
Another user backlashes the person in the background of the video “Shoutout to Ed Mccaffrey in the back. He’s the reason his kids are absolutely animals.”
More users commented “CMC’s dad in the background” and “Shannon was a MENACE ”
Sharpe remains an icon
Selected by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round of the 1990 NFL Draft, Shannon Sharpe faced a challenging journey to prove himself as both a blocker and a receiver. Renowned for his antics, Sharpe entertained his teammates and rivals alike with jokes and pranks. Today, he stands as a celebrated former tight end for the Denver Broncos, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Sharpe’s remarkable career spanned from 1990 to 1999 and again from 2002 to 2003, securing two Super Bowl victories in 1997 and 1998.
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Fast forward to 2021, when the legendary Bronco athlete, Sharpe, took to Twitter to execute an epic troll on his co-host. Wearing an old Broncos helmet and channeling former coach Denny Green, he serenaded R.E.M., combining an extraordinary level of awesomeness to taunt his co-host Skip Bayless following the Broncos’ triumph over the Cowboys. Veteran Sharpe’s funny and bold behavior as a player was unforgettable. Even though some people didn’t like it, he still showed respect for his opponents. He’s remembered as a great tight end for the Broncos, and fans still love his charming personality.
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