Matt Flynn was demoted down the depth chart in both Seattle and Oakland over the last two years. On Monday, he got demoted all the way down to free agency. So it’s no surprise that when someone joked Flynn had been downgraded from first to third class on his flight home, American Airlines took it seriously.
After Flynn was released, one Raiders blogger decided to make a wise crack on Twitter about the former Packers and Seahawks backup’s string of misfortune. The alert American Airlines Twitter account quickly responded back to the complaint, clearly missing the joke and telling the blogger to have Flynn get in touch.
Flynn, who was demoted down the depth chart in
Get’s even worse for Flynn. He booked a 1st class ticket home on American Airlines. He was immediately demoted to 3rd class & then cut.
— Elias Trejo (@Elias_Trejo) October 7, 2013
 @Elias_Trejo We’re not sure what you mean, Elias. Have Flynn contact us directly if assistance is needed. — American Airlines (@AmericanAir) October 7, 2013
The blogger decided to have a little fun with AA following the mix up, explaining that the airline might not be best suited to help Flynn with these types of mechanical problems.
@AmericanAir Unless you can help someone with a weak arm and inability to read a blitz, I think it may be beyond your control.
@elias_trejo We’re not so sure we can help with that, Elias. We hope to see you on board with us soon.
— American Airlines (@AmericanAir) October 7, 2013
At least the American Airlines representative had a sense of humor about it all, though.
@elias_trejo We’re here 24/7 to help when we can, but we can’t read a blitz. Have a great day!
— American Airlines (@AmericanAir) October 7, 2013
With so much mediocre quarterback play around the league this season, Flynn shouldn’t be out of work for too long. Although, it’s unlikely American will provide the complimentary flight to get him there.
