Famous media personality, MrBeast took the sports world by storm on Wednesday after announcing he purchased the National Football League (NFL).

But spoiler alert: it was a marketing joke.

The YouTuber, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, raised eyebrows after uploading a video on Sept. 3 titled, “ I Bought The NFL .”

The video begins with Donaldson and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaking at a press conference.

“Today marks a historic first,” Goodell said in the clip. “The NFL is now under the ownership of one individual, Jimmy Donaldson, MrBeast.”

Donaldson then took to the podium and reiterated the announcement. “That is right, I officially own the NFL.”

“I think it’s time for some changes,” he said. “So, for my very first change, we are going to be changing the rosters from 5

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