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Troy Aikman Makes ‘Landman’ Joke on MNF, Says Taylor Sheridan Called Rams’ Nate Landman His Favorite

A playful pop-culture tie-in on ESPN drew quick pickup from sports outlets.

Overview

  • During the Falcons’ 27-24 win over the Rams on Monday Night Football, Aikman praised linebacker Nate Landman after a first-quarter pressure on Kirk Cousins.
  • Joe Buck and Aikman riffed on the pronunciation of Landman’s surname while referencing Taylor Sheridan’s TV series Landman.
  • Aikman said he texted Sheridan during the game and relayed that Sheridan called Landman his favorite player.
  • In the fourth quarter, Landman had a brief injury scare before getting up and walking off the field.
  • Aikman also noted that Landman’s sister, Ocean, swam for Oregon State, a small detail that featured in the on-air banter.