U.S. President Donald Trump made headlines by joining the FOX NFL broadcast booth during the Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions game, becoming the first sitting president since 1978 to appear on a regular-season NFL broadcast. During the segment, Trump reminisced about his high school football days and offered casual commentary on the game.
Things grew awkward when analyst Jonathan Vilma repeatedly tried to get him to react to the viral “6-7” meme, with Trump brushing past each attempt. Trump’s appearance also drew mixed reactions inside the stadium. He was loudly booed during a military oath ceremony held at halftime, a moment that quickly spread online. His ongoing push to have the Commanders’ upcoming $3.7 billion stadium named after him added another layer of controversy to an already headline-heavy night.
Jonathan Vilma’s “6-7” Joke And Trump’s Unfazed Response
During the third quarter of the game, President Trump joined FOX commentators Kenny Albert and Jonathan Vilma in the booth for roughly eight minutes. The discussion centered on Trump’s brief football career at New York Military Academy, where a team photo with Trump wearing jersey number 85 was displayed.
Vilma tried to lighten the moment by asking Trump about his high school touchdowns, slipping in two attempts to reference the “6-7” meme, a viral TikTok and sports social media phrase often used to joke about player height or big hype moments. However, Trump didn’t bite on either attempt.
Jonathan Vilma made two “6 7” jokes to President Trump live on FOX, trying to get him to say it 😭
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) November 10, 2025
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FearBuck shared an X post featuring a clip from Trump’s interview. The caption of the post read: “Jonathan Vilma made two “6 7” jokes to President Trump live on FOX, trying to get him to say it😭.” Meanwhile, Trump responded with humor about never scoring a touchdown and said, “I never tell a lie,” reflecting on his football days.
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The meme traces its roots to viral basketball clips set to Skrilla’s song “Doot Doot (6 7),” which exploded across sports social media in 2025. Beyond the meme chatter, Trump weighed in on the Commanders’ performance, praising quarterback Marcus Mariota’s effort and breaking down several key plays as Detroit built a 32-10 lead. He also drew comparisons between sports and life, stressing the importance of perseverance, and mentioned his admiration for NFL greats like Drew Brees.
Trump’s Week 10 visit to Landover, Maryland, included a military salute ceremony and an Air Force One flyover, giving the night a heavy patriotic backdrop. His appearance also came as discussion around the Commanders’ new stadium project continues to grow, including reports that Trump wants the incoming venue to bear his name. Taken together, the game marked another chapter in Trump’s evolving connection to the NFL and its future in Washington, D.C.
President Trump Seeks Naming Rights for Washington Commanders’ New Stadium
President Donald Trump is pushing for the Washington Commanders’ new $3.7 billion stadium in Washington, D.C., to bear his name. Set to open in 2030 on the site of the former RFK Stadium, the venue has become a focal point for ongoing negotiations involving the team’s ownership, city officials, and federal agencies.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said naming the stadium after Trump would be “beautiful,” citing his role in advancing the project.
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The Commanders currently hold the naming rights but typically sell them to corporate sponsors, a process involving approvals from the D.C. Council and the National Park Service, which manages the land.
Trump reportedly is exerting influence through potential government regulatory approvals and environmental clearance to ensure his naming request is considered. This insistence risks complicating or blocking lucrative corporate deals, potentially costing the team and the NFL hundreds of millions in sponsorship revenue.
The stadium’s name could set a precedent, as most NFL stadiums sell naming rights to corporate sponsors to secure significant revenue. Trump, however, appears to want a lasting legacy similar to historic stadiums named after prominent figures, like Lambeau Field.
