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“Go XFL Instead Kap”: NFL Community Stirs As Colin Kaepernick Stages Virtual Comeback Post Jets’ Bitter Snub

Published 10/12/2023, 7:56 AM EDT

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Anticipation shrouds Kaepernick’s recent online activities, especially given his bold, unexpected letter to the Jets amidst their quarterback predicament. His blatant self-offer to join and lead their practice squad, following the injury setbacks of key players like Aaron Rodgers, marks a potential real-world comeback attempt.

His latest Instagram post, hinting at a new venture, has set the internet on fire, particularly in the wake of his audacious letter to the New York Jets. Is Kaepernick hinting at a virtual comeback, or is the situation much more nuanced than it appears?

Wild Card Instigates a Wild Reaction

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As a platform renowned for veering away from conventional football experiences, Wild Card Football presents itself as a distinctive departure from the likes of Madden NFL. Kaepernick’s latest Instagram post promotes this NFL-inspired video game with the caption, “You don’t want to miss out on the best football game! Use your power-ups and become a game changer! Check Out Wild Card Football!” seems ostensibly straightforward. Yet fans discerned an alternative narrative, perhaps out of desperation or mischievousness, interpreting it as a snarky reference to his own career tribulations and aspirations.

 

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Interestingly, fan responses to Kaepernick’s post were not merely restricted to appreciating the game. A tapestry of reactions unfolded—some hilariously poignant, some dishearteningly bitter, and others suggestively cheeky, like “Go XFL instead, Kap.” A user commented, sounding disappointed. “The only football you should be playing is smart choice.” Another one added, “This ain’t what we meant when we asked you to play.” A comment read, “The only football you’ll be playing 😂😂😂.”

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When letters echo amidst silent fields

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Colin’s letter to the Jets, publicly shared by rapper J Cole, weaves the story of a man far from resigned to his past tribulations and keenly aware of his own capabilities. The explicit details of his proposal, where he is ready to serve, even in the practice squad, and daringly suggesting the worst and best-case scenarios demonstrate a mature self-awareness and stark reality-check from a player often enveloped in a socio-political aura.

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Winding through this complex narrative of a man enshrouded in both controversy and admiration, the two-fold journey of Kaepernick teases a myriad of possibilities. Will his offered services to the Jets find acknowledgment, or will his next steps be confined to the virtual world of Wild Card Football?

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The conundrum persists, evoking a blend of skepticism and hope as we traverse through the elaborate, unpredictable saga of Kaepernick’s career, activism, and the undisclosed endeavors in his playbook.

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Vasudha Mudgal is an NFL Author at EssentiallySports with a passion and deep understanding of the sport. She is pursuing her second post-graduation from a premier institute, and with a rich background in teaching, Mudgal brings a unique perspective to her writing. Apart from football, Mudgal indulges in her lifelong love for basketball.
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