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Chargers Mascot goes viral as meme after NFL HOF tribute to Junior Seau

You won't believe what's trending now - theLos Angeles Chargers' beloved mascot, Boltman, has taken the internet by storm as a viral meme, and it all started with a gesture of respect.

The NFL Hall of Fame, no stranger to commemorating the legends of the game, shared an image that set the internet abuzz. Boltman, the Chargers mascot, made a visit to the Hall of Fame, to "pay his respects" to the late Junior Seau, however there is something very ominous about this picture, we can't quite tell how real this is. Now, let's break this down.

The original caption accompanying the image caught many off guard - the wording was a bit peculiar, to say the least. Instead of saying "This included a moment to pay his respects in front of the bronze bust of the late Junior Seau" it said, "This included a moment for solemn reflection in front of the bronze bust of the late Junior Seau." The internet being the internet, users quickly picked up on the oddity and the Hall of Fame account ended up revising the caption. But that's where the story takes a humorous turn.

Unintentionally funny is the best funny! Will the viral sensation translate into good luck on the field for The Los Angeles Chargers?

The image, depicting Boltman standing before Junior Seau's Hall of Fame bust, was meant to be a heartfelt tribute to the Chargers legend. However, the internet had its own plans. What started as a sincere gesture transformed into an unexpected meme, one that took off faster than a wide receiver sprinting downfield.

It all kicked off when Barstool's Big Cat (@barstoolbigvat) fired off a sarcastic response to the original post, giving birth to a wave of creativity and comedic genius. People began photoshopping Boltman's image into various locations around the world, creating a viral sensation that had everyone laughing.

Now, let's talk about the NFL Hall of Fame's reaction. They could've easily hit the delete button and buried this moment, but kudos to them for embracing the unexpected turn of events. The image remains, a testament to the spontaneous and often unpredictable nature of viral content.

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Boltamn never forgot

One moment you're paying homage to a legend, and the next, you're part of an internet phenomenon that's captured the imagination of fans far and wide. So, NFL enthusiasts, keep your eyes on the digital landscape because you never know when a beloved mascot paying respects can turn into a meme-worthy sensation.

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Elina Uphoff

Update: 2024-04-17