And the legend of Dan Campbell continues!
Dan Campbell, the head coach of the Detroit Lions, transformed into one of the most high-profile skippers in the NFL since taking over his current gig back in 2021.
His original rise took place in 2022, as he started to receive national headlines because of the Lions‘ showing on HBO’s “Hard Knocks” that was aired before the ’22 campaign. (RELATED: ‘I Do Not Want To Go’: Eagles’ Darius Slay Blasts NFL For Sending Players To ‘Somewhere With A Crime Rate This High’)
Most Detroit fans (and Miami Dolphins fans at that) were already aware of the glorious soundbites that can come from Dan Campbell, but the “Hard Knocks” appearance put him on the map. Since then, it’s been a steady uptick, and nowadays, everybody knows him.
And not only has he built up a level of fame for himself, but he’s also turned the Lions into a legit Super Bowl-contending team.
So it shouldn’t be surprising that uber-popular restaurant chain Applebee’s got the ol’ ball coach to do not just one, but two epic commercials for them. The ads are a part of Applebee’s 50-cent boneless wings promotion, which is absolutely glorious in itself.
WATCH:
Drama. Football. Boneless Wings. Take a behind the scenes seat every week and watch as we go from your favorite franchise to a dining dynasty. pic.twitter.com/jKKWs16QPo
— Applebee’s Grill + Bar (@Applebees) September 3, 2024
It’s here. The Dan Campbell Applebees commercial is out and it is hilarious. pic.twitter.com/jOsXebuSaa
— Mike Payton (@AtoZ_Payton) September 3, 2024
And just like that, I suddenly wanna go to Applebee’s. Advertising works, ladies and gentlemen.