Most fans think of Troy Aikman as the steady, insightful Hall of Famer who breaks down games on Monday Night Football. But during Week 3’s Baltimore Ravens vs. Detroit Lions matchup on September 22, 2025, he showed a different side, dropping a lighthearted moment that had viewers laughing instead of just listening to his usual sharp analysis.

The first moment came during the second quarter when Aikman and Joe Buck were discussing Lions tight end Sam Laporta . Buck praised Iowa’s history of producing excellent tight ends, and Aikman agreed. Although the agreement came with a side of Southern charm. “ Sam Laporta is on that long list of Iowa tight ends that have come into the National Football League and just been outstanding, ” Buck said. “ Yeah, they have, ” Aikman replied

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