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Source: Fox News
Summary
NFL offensive tackle Elijah Wilkinson signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals after being released by the Atlanta Falcons. Wilkinson responded to comments from Falcons fans, including one who said “thank god you’re gone,” with a laughing emoji and a jab at the team’s performance. Wilkinson also responded to direct messages, taking jabs at two former teammates and referencing the Falcons’ 28-3 blown Super Bowl lead. Wilkinson started all 17 games for the Falcons last season.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
Wilkinson’s departure from the Falcons was met with criticism from fans, but he was quick to respond with humor and shade.
He poked fun at the team’s performance, referencing the infamous blown Super Bowl lead and taking jabs at former teammates.
The exchange was a classic example of a player burning bridges on their way out the door.
This one felt recognizable early, as the animosity between Wilkinson and the Falcons was palpable from the start.
Wilkinson’s original observation is a reminder that in the NFL, you’re only as good as your next start, and a slow start can quickly turn into a career-defining moment.
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Summary
NFL offensive tackle Elijah Wilkinson signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals after being released by the Atlanta Falcons. Wilkinson started all 17 games for the Falcons last season, appearing in just two games in 2024 before being promoted to the starting lineup. He was an undrafted free agent out of UMass who has played for the Denver Broncos and Chicago Bears in addition to the Falcons and Cardinals.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
Wilkinson’s departure from the Falcons was met with criticism from fans, but he was quick to respond with humor and shade.
He poked fun at the team’s performance, referencing the infamous blown Super Bowl lead and taking jabs at former teammates.
The exchange was a classic example of a player burning bridges on their way out the door.
This one felt recognizable early, as the animosity between Wilkinson and the Falcons was palpable from the start.
