Indianapolis, IN – Nov 13, 2025
What should have been a heartwarming moment for a young Colts fan quickly spiraled into a viral controversy during Sunday night’s game against the Miami Dolphins. The father of a young boy, celebrating his birthday, caught a home run ball, a rare moment of joy that should have been a lifelong memory. However, things took a turn for the worse when a gray-haired woman from the row behind them stormed up, demanding the ball for herself.
A Priceless Moment Turned Sour
The father, eager to share the special moment with his son, placed the ball into the boy’s glove, sparking cheers and excitement from those around them. But the scene quickly soured when the woman insisted that the ball belonged to her seat, shouting directly in the father’s ear.
“It’s my ball!” she yelled, making it clear she wasn’t leaving without it. The situation escalated quickly, with the father visibly uncomfortable but trying to avoid confrontation in front of his children. Reluctantly, he handed over the ball to the woman, much to the dismay of nearby fans, who responded with boos.
The Boy Speaks Out
The disappointed boy, Lincoln, spoke out later about the incident, explaining how he felt about the situation: “I wasn’t very happy that we had to give it to her, but we can’t win.” His words quickly resonated with the public, and the viral video sparked fierce debate about the entitlement of some fans and the lack of sportsmanship.
Harrison Bader Steps In
The Colts organization responded swiftly, with wide receiver Harrison Bader meeting the boy after the game. Bader presented Lincoln with a signed football and other memorabilia, hoping to soften the blow and restore the joy of his birthday. While the gesture was appreciated, many fans still felt that the original moment had been unfairly stolen from the young fan.
Jonathan Taylor Weighs In
As the story continued to unfold, it was revealed that Lincoln is actually the nephew of Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor. Taylor, known for his leadership both on and off the field, didn’t hold back when asked about the viral incident.
“It’s infuriating to see an adult yelling at a kid and taking his ball—especially on his birthday,” Taylor said. “That was my nephew. In Indianapolis, we stand up for our kids, we protect them, and we make sure their joy always comes first.”
Taylor’s words quickly struck a chord with both Colts and football fans, with supporters rallying around the idea that protecting children’s happiness should always take precedence over a petty argument.
A Lesson in Sportsmanship
For many, the incident served as a powerful lesson about sportsmanship, the importance of respecting others’ moments, and the idea that some things—like a child’s happiness—are more important than winning a petty dispute over a ball.
As the video continues to spread across social media, it’s become clear that this is no longer just about a home run ball. It’s about a larger conversation regarding how we treat others, especially in a city that prides itself on loyalty, compassion, and standing up for what’s right.
The Cleveland Browns are expected to part ways with Deshaun Watson following the season.
The Browns made a bold move to acquire Watson from the Houston Texans to be their franchise quarterback. Yet, he has struggled with play and has had a plethora of injuries, which has made the trade an epic failure.
Although Watson could make a comeback later this year, Browns insider Zac Jackson expects Cleveland to cut the veteran quarterback this offseason.
“The Browns seem headed for a second straight three-win season. And Watson’s current salary-cap number for 2026 is $80.7 million, per Over the Cap,” Jackson wrote. “With the only real alternative being to continue to restructure the deal, keep Watson on the team and push big cap hits even further to the future to basically halve the 2026 number.
“It seems inevitable that the Browns will officially cut ties with a post-June 1 designation early next year. Which would put his dead-money number for 2026 in the range of $70 million to $80 million after whatever insurance credit the team receives.”
Although the Browns could have an entirely new front office, Jackson expects whoever is running the team to cut Watson as their first move.
“It’s important to note here that we’re projecting well into the future and don’t yet know if the folks currently in charge of the Browns’ football operations will still be in those roles ahead of next season,” Jackson wrote. …
“With the Browns still on the hook for around $135 million to Watson after this year, going the post-June 1 cut route would then leave around $50 million for 2027. The current structure of the deal calls for Watson to be on the team’s cap through 2029.”
Although Watson has been posting updates on his rehab, the Browns haven’t been putting much thought into his comeback.
Ahead of the Browns’ Week 11 home game against the Baltimore Ravens, Stefanski didn’t have an update on Watson’s future or if he will have his 21-day practice window activated.
“I don’t have an update there,” Stefanski said on Wednesday.
With the Browns not giving an update on Watson, Jackson believes that does signal the veteran will be cut this offseason.
“Watson might be cleared to return to practice soon,” Jackson added. “But actually putting him on the field this year would mean the Browns are just reminding themselves again of how they got here. And how their Band-Aid attempts haven’t worked. It’s probably best to formally cut him next year and move on with something like the rookie-heavy strategy.”
Watson suffered a setback to his Achilles in January, which has kept him out.
Yet, Watson has shown himself working out, and he took to Instagram to share a cryptic message about his future.
“Had to walk a lot of miles to get here,” – Browns QB Deshaun Watson gives an update on his rehab.
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“Be READY! MoreGLORY,” Watson wrote in a post showing him throwing and training.
Watson also posted it on his story with the caption, “Had to walk a lot of miles to get here.”
The quarterback is in the midst of his five-year, $230 million deal he signed with the Browns.