I’m never gonna be one to tell athletes to dial back their passion and energy, especially in the heat of the moment. After the Tennessee Titans’ absurd 28-27 comeback win over the front-running Miami Dolphins on Monday night, I wouldn’t have blamed anyone connected to Tennessee for exploding with joy. That includes Will Levis, who played the game of his life — he’s apparently the first rookie ever to throw for at least 300 yards on Monday Night Football –to lead the comeback.
But man, if this is going to be a thing moving forward, Levis has really gotta learn the definition of “friendly fire.”
After a late Derrick Henry touchdown run put a bow on the Titans’ bonkers comeback victory, Levis was seen roaring on the Tennessee sideline. When a Titans staff member approached the young quarterback, Levis accidentally unleashed a chest bump no one could’ve reasonably been ready for.
Judging by the Titans’ staffer’s apparent reaction of pain, I don’t think he saw that coming, either:
Will Levis absolutely blasted someone with a chest bump pic.twitter.com/L5ggBSuzzL
— CJ Fogler account may or may not be notable (@cjzero) December 12, 2023
Levi’s career has only just begun. I don’t think he’ll dial back this energy, nor should he. But even if this was entirely accidental, I’d be wary of approaching the quarterback without pads on in the future. It’s just not worth the trouble.
This was how Twitter reacted to Levis's passionate energy
This guy just led the Titans to a primetime win over one of the best teams in the AFC.
Kentucky made. https://t.co/2yYIpRhUJr
— Jack Pilgrim (@JackPilgrimKSR) December 12, 2023
Will Levis got that Cayut in him still. https://t.co/SRobFAWafT
— Sickos Committee (@SickosCommittee) December 12, 2023
I need a double shot of this in my coffee every morning https://t.co/PFlRmnOX3z
— Adam Goodlett (@goodlett3) December 12, 2023
Dude wasn’t ready 🤣🤣 https://t.co/Gq3kkc0kMt
— Ricky Dunnavan (@BRGD314) December 12, 2023
I don’t think I’ve ever been this fired up about anything. Good for Will Levis. pic.twitter.com/jDkC4kROZR
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) December 12, 2023
Mike Vrabel + Will Levis is the most stereotypical HC/QB pairing in the NFL
Straight out of a 90’s football movie
— Mike Renner (@mikerenner_) December 12, 2023
Will Levis is a psycho competitor in the best way pic.twitter.com/POwhVva8Ii
— Mike Herndon (@MikeHerndonNFL) December 12, 2023
One thing about Will Levis, he’s always had that edge.
Saw it plenty in two years at Kentucky, and to no surprise, that intensity has translated into a really fun rookie season. https://t.co/zd1dLdMmQK
— Hunter Shelton (@HunterShelton_) December 12, 2023
Titans fanbase truly hated this guy on draft night. Now they’re asking the mayor of Nashville to hand over the keys to the city. Levis is a great example of patience, ignoring the noise, and being ready when your number is called. https://t.co/fsJl62l6Db
— Alex Garner (@alexgarnerccbc) December 12, 2023
