BREAKING NEWS: Zack Baun Claps Back at Elon Musk Over Eagles-Cowboys Comparison, Urges NFL Fans to Delete X App

In a headline-grabbing moment blending NFL passion and Silicon Valley controversy, New Orleans Saints linebacker Zack Baun has entered the national conversation with a bold statement: delete the X app. This follows a provocative post by billionaire Elon Musk, who drew an inflammatory comparison between two of the NFL’s fiercest rivals: the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys.

Baun, known for his intensity on the field and candor off it, is the latest athlete to speak out against what many are calling a growing trend of “clout-chasing” posts by Musk, who owns the X app (formerly Twitter). And with just one sentence—“This app is garbage now”—Baun ignited a new wave of fan frustration toward the platform once revered for sports dialogue.

Elon Musk’s Post Sparks Fan Uproar

The controversy began when Musk posted on his official X account:

“The Eagles are just Cowboys fans in green jerseys—talk loud, fold fast.”

The jab, clearly aimed at both franchises and their passionate supporters, was met with immediate backlash from fans of both the Eagles and Cowboys. While the rivalry between the two teams is among the most intense in American sports, few expected a tech billionaire to stoke the flames.

For Eagles fans, the comparison was seen as dismissive of their Super Bowl win in 2017 and the team’s recent competitiveness. Cowboys fans, meanwhile, found it insulting that their team was dragged into yet another off-field media circus.

Zack Baun Fires Back: “Delete the X App”

It didn’t take long for NFL players to respond—and leading the charge was Zack Baun. During a brief interview after team workouts in New Orleans, Baun didn’t mince words.

“This app is garbage now,” Baun said.
“You’ve got billionaires out here stirring up nonsense just to get reactions. It’s not about football anymore. If you’re a real fan of the game, delete the X app and spend your time on something real.”

Baun’s directness struck a chord with many players across the league who have grown frustrated with the negativity and divisiveness that often dominate online sports discourse.

NFL Players Show Support

Within hours of Baun’s comments, several players liked, reposted, or shared similar thoughts. A.J. Brown of the Eagles tweeted: “We win on the field, not on apps.” Meanwhile, Micah Parsons of the Cowboys responded cryptically with a shrug emoji and the message: “More bulletin board material.”

Some players even joked about Musk’s potential “ratings war” with the NFL itself, as fans began to question whether X is still a healthy space for football conversation.

Elon Musk Responds—Again

Never one to back down from a viral moment, Musk replied with a simple:

“If you can’t take a joke, maybe sports aren’t for you.”

He later posted a meme showing both teams’ playoff losses over the past decade, further fueling online debate.

Critics argue Musk’s comments aren’t jokes—they’re strategic provocations designed to boost engagement on a platform now facing stiff competition from other social media apps.

The Bigger Issue: Social Media and NFL Culture

Baun’s comments reflect a growing concern among athletes: social media platforms, particularly X, are shifting from forums of connection to arenas of constant conflict. For younger players especially, the mental toll of online criticism has been significant.

Baun continued:

“Football is hard enough. Social media was supposed to bring us closer to the fans, not tear us all apart with garbage takes and billionaire trolling.”

This isn’t the first time an NFL player has taken aim at X under Musk’s ownership. Over the past year, several athletes have either gone inactive or deleted their accounts entirely, citing mental health and platform toxicity.

Fan Reactions: #DeleteX Gains Steam

Baun’s message resonated with fans across the league, especially those who feel fatigued by the constant noise on the platform. The hashtag #DeleteX began trending shortly after his statement, with fans echoing his sentiment:

“Thank you Zack Baun for saying what we’re all thinking.”
“Elon should stick to rockets and stay out of football.”
“I’m here for touchdowns, not tech drama.”

Final Thoughts: A Line in the Sand

While Elon Musk’s post may have been intended as a light-hearted jab, it exposed deeper frustrations in the NFL community. Zack Baun, never one to shy away from speaking his mind, used the moment to draw attention to a bigger problem: the erosion of genuine sports dialogue in the age of algorithm-driven outrage.

In the battle between billionaires and the brotherhood of football, Baun has made his choice clear—and he’s inviting fans to do the same.

“Log off. Lock in. Let’s play ball.”