The Atlanta Falcons have sparked some entertainment with their schedule release video, which took a humorous turn by including a nod to Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson. The video, themed around Mario Kart 64, features the two as characters in a race, with the phrase ‘We’re not talking about this’ referencing their controversial CBS interview. The release of all 32 NFL teams’ schedules coincided with the video, which also included nods to other teams and events like the DeflateGate scandal.
The Atlanta Falcons have created quite a stir with their schedule release video, which took an unexpected turn by including a humorous jab at Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson. The video, themed around Mario Kart 64, features the two as characters, with the phrase ‘We’re not talking about this’ referencing their controversial CBS interview. This video is part of a trend where NFL teams have traditionally released their schedules with special videos, and the Falcons have followed suit by creating a video that includes nods to other teams and events like the DeflateGate scandal.
The video started with Falcons players like Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Michael Penix Jr. as playable characters for ‘ATL Kart,’ and it began with a famous track in the game, ‘Toad’s Turnpike,’ which features Atlanta and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the background. The video also counted down the race with Atlanta-based rapper Ludacris, and as the race progressed, other drivers representing their opponents appeared on the screen.
The most notable part of the video, however, was when it took an unexpected turn and had two characters, seemingly portraying Belichick and Hudson, with a sign that reads, ‘We’re not talking about this.’ This was a reference to Hudson’s words in their CBS interview while Belichick was asked how they met. The interview had turned into a viral moment and sparked a back-and-forth exchange between Bel, the interview, and CBS. This led to Belichick’s involvement with the Falcons, where he was interviewed for the job but ultimately left for the head coaching position at UNC this past December.
The video also appeared to have a shot at Tom Brady and the DeflateGate scandal, as the Falcons mentioned facing the New England Patriots in their schedule, and the Patriots character’s car’s tires went flat beside a ‘Free Air’ sign. Despite being considered the favorite to win the NFC South last year, the Falcons finished 8-9, with the Bucs taking home the title.
The Falcons’ schedule release video has generated a lot of attention, not only for its humor but also for its creativity and the way it incorporated elements from the sport and its history. It’s a unique approach to announcing new schedules and has become a memorable moment in the NFL calendar.