The Minnesota Vikings made headlines after their impressive win against the New York Jets, but it wasn’t just the score that caught everyone’s attention. Post-game celebrations took an unexpected twist as players Harrison Smith and Harrison Phillips embraced their inner “Peaky Blinders,” walking onto the field dressed as characters from the hit British drama.
In a game held at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Vikings kept their unbeaten record intact with a 23-17 victory against the Jets. However, the real spectacle came after the game when Smith and Phillips took to social media to share a video of their Peaky Blinders-themed celebration. The team’s official X (formerly Twitter) account shared the clip with the caption, “By Order of the Peaky Blinders,” referencing the popular gangster series.
The Minnesota Vikings’ hilarious bowling celebration
Phillips, clearly a fan of the show, took the tribute further by quoting Tommy Shelby himself on Instagram. His post read, “Not a traitor to my class, just an extreme example of what a working man can achieve,” capturing the vibe of their hard-fought win.
Dominating the Jets, Shelby style
The Vikings wasted no time in establishing their dominance, jumping to an early 17-point lead. The combination of a field goal and a defensive touchdown put Minnesota ahead 10-0 in the first quarter, leaving the Jets scrambling to catch up. Aaron Rodgers, despite his best efforts, struggled throughout the game, throwing three costly interceptions.
Though the Jets rallied late, narrowing the deficit to 20-17 after a Rodgers-to-Garrett Wilson touchdown, Minnesota’s defense held firm. Cornerback Stephon Gilmore sealed the game with a last-minute interception, thwarting the Jets‘ hopes of a comeback.
Unstoppable Vikings?
The Vikings head into their bye week riding high with a perfect 5-0 record. With performances like this, fans are wondering if they can keep up their momentum all the way to the Super Bowl-perhaps even with a few more Peaky Blinders tributes along the way.
For now, Minnesota is celebrating their wins in style, blending their on-field dominance with British-inspired swagger. Will the Vikings continue to channel their inner Shelby and make a run for Super Bowl LIX?
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