Boyz II Men's National Anthem Performance Draws Criticism on Opening Night
BOYZ II MEN'S STAR-SPANGLED BOMBSHELL: NFL Fans Left Gobsmacked by Group's Cringe-Worthy National Anthem Performance
The 2025 NFL season kicked off with a bang, but not in a good way – at least not for Boyz II Men. The legendary R&B trio, all die-hard Philadelphia Eagles fans, took to the stage to belt out their rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the highly anticipated match between the Eagles and Dallas Cowboys. But instead of getting a standing ovation, they were met with a chorus of boos and brutal criticism from viewers tuning in on X.
"It's like they were trying to butcher our national anthem!" wrote one fan, echoing the sentiments of millions who witnessed the debacle live. "I've heard better singing at a middle school talent show," snarked another.
The usually harmonious trio – Wanya Morris, Nathan Morris, and Shawn Stockman – seemed to struggle with the classic tune, leaving many questioning whether their earpieces were working properly or if they just needed a little more practice.
"I was expecting something amazing from Boyz II Men, but what I got was a church choir trying out for their school's talent show," quipped one viewer. "I'm still shaking my head!"
But the Eagles' woes didn't end there. Just as fans were still reeling from the group's subpar performance, news broke that star defensive player Jalen Carter had been kicked out of the game after spitting on Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott before a snap.
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The early-game scandal sparked heated debate among fans, with many wondering how such a brazen act could have occurred in front of thousands. "I mean, what's next? Players getting into fisticuffs on the field?" joked one observer.
While some tried to shift the focus away from Boyz II Men's performance and onto Carter's antics, others couldn't help but make the connection between the two events. "It's like they're trying to distract us from their bad singing with a bit of drama," quipped one Twitter user.
But before we get into the juicy details of the game itself, let's go back to Boyz II Men and find out what happened behind the scenes.
A SOULFUL SING-ALONG WITH BOYZ II MEN
In an exclusive interview with the Eagles' website just hours before their ill-fated performance, Wanya Morris expressed his excitement at being part of such a momentous occasion. "Being an Eagle is not just something I do; it's who I am," he said proudly. "I don't know how else to be – I'm all about Philly, all the time!"
When asked what fans could expect from their rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner", Morris seemed confident that they'd deliver a performance worthy of the Eagles' proud legacy. "We're not just singing for ourselves; we're singing for our team, our city, and our fans," he said.
But as it turned out, even the usually reliable Boyz II Men couldn't quite hit the high notes – at least not on this particular evening.
THE GAME: EAGLES VS COWBOYS – A CLASH OF THE TITANS
The 2025 season got off to a thrilling start, with both teams putting up a strong fight. But it was clear from the get-go that the Eagles were out for blood. With their Super Bowl-winning squad looking fierce and determined, many fans were already predicting an easy win.
Meanwhile, the Cowboys – who finished last season in disarray after quarterback Dak Prescott suffered a hamstring injury in Week 9 – seemed to be struggling to find their footing. The contract saga surrounding star defensive player Micah Parsons had dominated training camp, leaving many wondering if he'd ever don the blue and white again.
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Just last week, it emerged that Micah Parsons had been traded to the Green Bay Packers for two future first-round draft picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark. But what really got fans talking was that the Eagles had actually tried to trade for him too – but the Cowboys were hesitant to deal with their arch-rivals.
As the teams clashed on the field, one thing became clear: this season is going to be a wild ride.
So, will Boyz II Men be back to reclaim their singing throne? Only time (and a little more practice) will tell. And as for Jalen Carter's spat-tastic moment of madness – well, let's just say it'll take more than that to distract us from the Eagles' underwhelming national anthem performance.
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