NFL Star CJ Stroud Goes Viral for the Wrong Reasons After False Rumors About Charlie Kirk Spread Online
Sports fans love a good rumor. But sometimes, that rumor takes a life of its own and leaves a player answering for something he never even said. This same kind of thing is exactly going on with Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud this weekend.
Stroud suddenly found his name tied to conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s sh0cking d3ath earlier in the week. Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, was sh0t and k!lled during a debate at Utah Valley University. Authorities later arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson in connection with the sh0oting.
While the story already had the country’s attention, a fake post dragged Stroud into the matter. It claimed he wanted the NFL to hold a moment of silence for Kirk. The post even included a made-up quote that sounded heartfelt enough to fool many people.
Fake Quotes Creating The Hype Around Stroud
Charlie Kirk (Photo via Google)
The viral message said Stroud called Kirk’s d3ath “heartbreaking” and a reminder for Americans to “come together.” The post read, “It’s heartbreaking to see America lose such an important voice. My deepest condolences to the family and loved ones. This is not only their loss, but a reminder of the need for us to come together, respect each other, and stand up for the values we share in this country.”
The problem? Stroud never said any of it. He hasn’t commented on Kirk’s d3ath at all. Still, the fake words spread quickly, and fans jumped into the comments section believing it was real.
This wasn’t the only hoax floating around. Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson found himself in the same spot a day earlier. A story popped up online claiming he promised to pay all expenses for Charlie Kirk’s children. It fooled many until it became clear that no such offer existed. By Friday, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes became the next target. Another fake quote had him pledging support for Kirk’s family.
The NFL did pause Thursday night’s game to honor Kirk with a moment of silence. But beyond that, no player has announced financial help or spoken out with those exact words. The internet filled in the blanks with its own imagination.
Fans looking for updates on Stroud’s play this weekend instead ran into a story he had nothing to do with. Although Stroud’s silence on the matter hasn’t stopped people from giving their opinions, even though the original post has no basis in fact.
In the end, Stroud didn’t call for a tribute. He didn’t post a message about Kirk. Yet his name still trended because of something made up.
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