It’s April Fools’ Day, and it’s Friday. This could get dangerous.
Social media is a huge part of our lives and is responsible for how we consume just about everything. That’s usually a good thing, but on April Fools’ Day, it gives companies and brands a chance to get some viral traction by playing (usually) lame jokes on their followers.
The sports world, of course, is no different. Here’s a look at how some teams and brands are going for the big laughs on April Fools’ Day. Be careful out there, folks.
Sportslogosnet
As far as April Fools’ pranks go, this one is actually pretty good. It’s not lame, it’s not over the top, and most importantly, it’s actually kind of believable.
San Diego #Padres, New Era introduce new corrected logo "crooked" on-field cap option #MLBhttps://t.co/Rf6Q7beKiE pic.twitter.com/v0lEWVMNt6
— SportsLogos.Net (@sportslogosnet) April 1, 2016
University of Oregon football
Here’s another one that’s not horrible because again, it’s kind of believable. Would anyone be that surprised if the Ducks did something like this? After all, it fits right in with their “innovative” uniform designs.
Autzen Stadium to be home of world's first LED football field #GoDucks https://t.co/aQ9P02D1i7 pic.twitter.com/EdgV2zgiBo
— Oregon Football (@oregonfootball) April 1, 2016
Sports Illustrated’s The Cauldron
The Cauldron went all in with their April Fools’ Day joking, doing a lot of work for a fairly unbelievable story. Fear not, ‘Nova fans. The Wildcats will still take the court Saturday in Houston.
https://twitter.com/TheCauldron/status/715869189601435648
Le’Veon Bell
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ star running back checked in Friday morning with the go-to move for players: the “I’m no longer on the team” joke. Classic.
it's been a great run with Steeler Nation, I will always have love 4 all my former teammates, coaches, & for all my fans! but gotta move on!
— Le'Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) April 1, 2016
@GoalieWays
This doesn’t really count, but it made us laugh.
Best April Fools joke I've seen pic.twitter.com/DVA9CTmOhu
— Goalie Ways (@GoalieWays) April 1, 2016
New Jersey “Angels”
The New Jersey Devils opted for a clever little ruse, creating a whole new Twitter handle for the team’s branding “overhaul.”
Taking you to new heights in 2016-17! #AngelsAreReal! https://t.co/vFWda0NgpM pic.twitter.com/XhiR0HCORD
— New Jersey Angels (@NewJerseyAngels) April 1, 2016
Thumbnail photo via Twitter/@WinTheDay
