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A sideline collision during the Bills vs Buccaneers matchup turned into one of the most wholesome viral moments of the week. Late in the game, Bills reporter Jenna Cottrell unexpectedly found herself at the bottom of a full speed tackle when cornerback Tre’Davious White and a Buccaneers player tumbled out of bounds directly into her, knocking all three to the ground.
The photo quickly spread across social media. It showed Cottrell folded into the collision like a real NFL defender. Moments later she posted a joking tweet that caught fire online.
“I can make a tackle against the Bucs if the Bills need me.”
I can make a tackle against the bucs if the bills need me pic.twitter.com/VIvwd2Yopf
— Jenna Cottrell (@JennaCottrell) November 16, 2025
Fans reacted with thousands of likes and comments. Some praised her toughness. Others joked that her form looked better than half the league. The moment became an instant classic on NFL Twitter.
But what happened after the game was even better.
In the locker room tunnel, Tre’Davious White personally approached Cottrell to apologize for the hit. According to those present, White was genuinely worried she might have been injured. He checked to make sure she was okay, thanked her for laughing it off and then surprised her by handing her one of his Bills helmets.
White told her the helmet was “for protection next time I decide to fly your way.” Cottrell burst out laughing and promised she would keep it on standby in case the Bills needed “another sideline enforcer.”
The respectful gesture quickly added another layer to the viral moment. Fans praised White for taking responsibility and showing class after a chaotic sideline play.
As for Cottrell, she has fully embraced her new nickname among Bills Mafia. Many are now calling her the team’s “tackle specialist.” And with a real NFL helmet in hand, she says she is more prepared than ever if another player comes flying toward her again.
A hilarious moment. An unexpected collision. A classy apology. And a helmet gift to top it off. Sometimes the best stories come from the chaos outside the hash marks.
Bears Rookie Confronts Emotional Shock: Black Parents, White Child
Chicago’s preseason always brings difficult roster decisions, but this summer one rookie’s story has gone beyond the typical cut day headlines. Instead of focusing solely on football, personal turmoil has thrust him into an unexpected spotlight.
The Bears finalized their 53-man roster while dealing with injuries and heavy competition in the secondary. For one undrafted rookie, however, the end of his Chicago chapter was only part of a much deeper emotional battle.
That rookie is safety Major Burns, a former LSU standout who signed with Chicago as an undrafted free agent. Waived on August 26 after a knee injury, he showed flashes of ball-hawk ability before his setback.
“When I first saw the baby, my whole world stopped. She looks nothing like me, nothing like us. I’m lost — confused, broken, and searching for answers I never thought I’d have to face.”
Burns had played 54 career college games at Ole Miss and LSU, tallying 262 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, and six interceptions. His potential intrigued fans, particularly after a three-interception season in 2024 for the Tigers.
But an injury in the preseason game against the Dolphins on August 10 limited his chances, and Chicago moved on quickly. The safety depth chart already featured established names like Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon.
Now, the family revelation has added another layer of difficulty. Both Burns and his partner are Black, yet their newborn daughter was born with white skin — a shock that compounded his professional disappointment.
Burns could still draw interest via the waiver wire, as teams value his experience and instincts. Yet beyond the gridiron, he faces an even greater challenge, confronting personal questions no rookie ever imagines enduring.
