The matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Miami Dolphins was one of the most highly anticipated games on the Week 1 schedule. It showcased two potent offenses and boasted the highest over/under point total of the week.
The game lived up to the hype, delivering a thrilling back-and-forth contest with seven lead changes. Ultimately, the Dolphins narrowly held on for a 36-34 victory in what turned out to be the highest-scoring game of the week. Amidst all the on-field action, it was something happening in the stands that had social media buzzing.
In a marketing stunt to promote a new movie called “The Creator,” organizers decided to place lifelike robots in the crowd at SoFi Stadium, all decked out in Chargers attire.
This unconventional move left many human fans feeling a bit unnerved, to say the least.
The Chargers have historically struggled to build a strong fan base in California, where football enthusiasts have more successful franchises like the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams to support. Chargers games often see the stands filled with fans of the visiting team. Therefore, when people spotted robot fans in the stands, they couldn’t resist taking shots at the Chargers on social media.
Looking ahead, the Los Angeles Chargers will travel to Tennessee next week to face the Titans, with both teams aiming to avoid a disappointing 0-2 start to the season. It remains to be seen whether the Charger robot fans will make the journey to Nashville to support their team.
