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Drue Chrisman, the free-agent punter who once graced the field with the Cincinnati Bengals, is stirring up the NFL scene, but not in the way he might have hoped. The 27-year-old decided to share a little too much of his journey with the Washington Commanders, and let's just say, the team wasn't exactly thrilled with his social media savvy.
In a move that screamed confidence-or maybe defiance-Chrisman posted a "day in the life" video on X, chronicling his experience trying out for the Commanders. The video kicked off with a typical morning routine: getting ready for what he dubbed his "job interview," grabbing breakfast, and heading out to the team's practice facility. But it didn't stop there.
Chrisman's camera followed him every step of the way-literally. From getting weighed in to showcasing his punting skills, and even indulging in a "post-workout meal," the video offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at the life of a hopeful NFL player. But as the footage rolled on, it became clear that things didn't go as planned. The video ended with what appeared to be Chrisman receiving the bad news that he didn't make the cut.
If that wasn't enough drama for the day, Chrisman's phone buzzed with a message that could only make things worse. The Commanders' legal team had reached out, not to offer him a spot on the roster, but to demand that he remove all Commanders-related content from his social media. Ouch.
Chrisman fires back at Commanders: The punter doubles down on his antics
Instead of complying quietly, Chrisman doubled down, tagging the Commanders in a post and taking a not-so-subtle jab at the league, dubbing it the "No Fun League." And just when you thought it was over, he dropped another video, teasing what his content would look like without all the edits-a clear poke at the Commanders' request.
In this new clip, Chrisman sarcastically pleaded with his followers not to tag the Commanders, playing the role of a mischievous rule-breaker daring the NFL to crack down on him further. The message was loud and clear: Chrisman wasn't backing down without a fight.
As of now, the Commanders have remained tight-lipped about the incident, but it's safe to say Chrisman's chances of suiting up for Washington are slim to none after this social media saga. His college days at Ohio State, where he racked up Big Ten titles and bowl victories, might be a distant memory as he navigates this latest bump in his professional journey.
Chrisman, who also spent time in the United Football League earlier this year, may have just punted away his last chance with the Commanders-but in true Chrisman fashion, he's going out with a bang.