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Commanders' 'Taylor Swift' Play Scores Touchdown in Blowout Win Over Panthers

Rookie tight end Ben Sinnott catches his first NFL touchdown on a play named after the pop superstar, highlighting the playful side of NFL play-calling.

  • Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury revealed a touchdown play named 'Taylor Swift' during their 40-7 victory over the Carolina Panthers.
  • Rookie tight end Ben Sinnott scored his first NFL touchdown on the 'Taylor Swift' play, a 3-yard pass from quarterback Marcus Mariota.
  • The play was part of a diverse playbook that includes pop culture references, adding a fun element to the game strategy.
  • Sinnott, a second-round draft pick, has been gradually integrating into the Commanders' offense, competing with veteran tight end Zach Ertz.
  • The playful naming of NFL plays echoes a broader trend of incorporating pop culture into sports, as seen with other teams' creative play calls.
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