Out of all the cultures of rivalry and animosity, the NFL also has a culture of respect for teammates and rivals. We have seen it plenty of times. Just last year, during the AFC divisional round, the Ravens QB Lamar Jackson made headlines after losing when he told the Bills QB, “Go win something.” That was a sweet gesture. Now, as we stand before the Chiefs vs Ravens week 4 clash, the Kansas City DT Chris Jones made a respectful yet interesting statement.

Speaking to reporters on September 25, the Super Bowl winner praised his rival QB and said, “It’s always tough to play against Lamar in the Baltimore Ravens. Stopping Lamar is one thing, trying to contain him is another, and over the years, you look how prolific as a passer he’s become. I think he’s completing 70% of his passes, which I think he should have won MVP last year, have so much respect for.” That’s right.

This year, in 3 games, Jackson has completed 54 of 75 passes (72% completion rate) for 722 passing yards and 9 TDs with no interceptions. He even logged 15 carries for 118 rushing yards and 1 TD. But for the fans, it was funny. Why? Chris Jones & Co. defeated the Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship game last season. But Josh Allen won the NFL MVP, his first in his career. And that time, Jones had something else to say about the winner.

Back on February 4 this year, Jones had remarked, “I wish the Bills organisation the best. Absolutely respect their quarterback. I think he was the MVP this year. They got a heck of a team, man. I absolutely respect their head coach.” Now, when Chris Jones backtracked on his statement, everyone was shocked.

Many fans noticed this change of heart and pointed it out on social media.

Chris Jones is the fans’ target after a shocking turnaround

Last year, both Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson were on fire. While the Bills’ QB scored 40 TDs overall and 6 interceptions, the Ravens QB marched ahead with 45 touchdowns (total) and 4 interceptions. But Allen took the Bills into the AFC Championship round. Plus, they were the only team last year that defeated the Chiefs in week 11.

However, this year, the Chiefs are already struggling with a 1-2 win-loss record and are 4th in the AFC West. One fan mentioned that Chris Jones needs to focus, “Still whining about that huh, maybe you better start worrying about the ‘25 season.” But others got a moment to have a good laugh.

The situation turned comical when fans started sharing the video of his February 4 comment about Allen being the MVP beneath the video of him praising Jackson. One fan had just one emoji reaction with his comment, “😂.” That was the moment of truth.

However, others wrote their hearts out. Another Bills Mafia member reminded the Ravens flock not to be too happy about the praise as he wrote, “Said the same exact thing about Josh Allen btw.” Well, no one, including Chris Jones, could deny it now. “Of course he has respect for a guy they beat all the time 💀” commented one fan. And he is 100% right. The Chiefs won the AFC Championship game. Even last year, Kansas City defeated Baltimore by 27-20 in the season opener. In the 2025 season, they will face the Bills in the week 9 game.

The Bills Mafia fans couldn’t stop laughing when they saw both videos together. The 6-word message was enough to show the feelings, which read, “Said it about Allen last year.” Well, if Chris Jones thought he would slide easily, he needs to understand more about the era of the internet. For now, the Chiefs are focused on winning the week 4 game. But this situation definitely gave fans a moment to lighten up.