Aaron Judge’s World Series Error Resurfaces on NFL Broadcast, Courtesy of Greg Olsen

The New York Yankees’ star outfielder Aaron Judge has had his fair share of unforgettable moments on the field. However, during a recent NFL broadcast, Judge’s unfortunate error in Game Five of the World Series was unexpectedly dragged back into the spotlight, much to the confusion and surprise of fans.

The incident took place during a regular-season NFL game between the New Orleans Saints and the Atlanta Falcons, where former NFL tight end and now-commentator Greg Olsen took a moment to compare a crucial drop by Saints running back Alvin Kamara to Judge’s infamous World Series mishap.

The NFL Drop that Reopened Old Wounds

In the fourth quarter, Saints quarterback Derek Carr targeted Alvin Kamara, who had broken free on a wheel route. Had Kamara caught the pass, it would have effectively secured the Saints’ victory, with less than two minutes left on the clock and a slim 20-17 lead. But in a shocking turn, the typically reliable Kamara dropped the ball, giving the Falcons a glimmer of hope for a comeback. As fans processed the miscue, Olsen seized the moment to make an unlikely comparison.

“That’s Aaron Judge dropping the ball in the fifth inning of the World Series,” Olsen commented. “There’s really just no explanation [for] one of the best players of this era.” His reference to Judge’s blunder felt oddly out of place, especially during an NFL game, but perhaps the comparison was prompted by Olsen’s co-commentator, Joe Davis, who also serves as a play-by-play announcer for MLB on Fox. While the comparison drew chuckles from some, Yankees fans were quick to express their frustration, feeling that Judge’s mistake was unnecessarily dredged up.

The Infamous World Series Drop

Judge’s World Series blunder is, unfortunately, hard for Yankees fans to forget. The error happened in Game Five, with the Yankees down three games to one against the Los Angeles Dodgers. By the fifth inning, New York held a 5-0 lead, and ace Gerrit Cole was on the mound. It seemed like the Yankees had the game in control, but that changed when Tommy Edman hit a weak line drive to center field. Judge, in a shocking turn of events, misjudged the ball, allowing it to drop and putting two Dodgers on base.

The mistake was compounded when Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe committed an error on the next play, loading the bases. Cole managed to strike out two Dodgers, but when he failed to cover a ground ball to first base, Los Angeles scored, and the Yankees’ momentum vanished. Freddie Freeman followed up with a two-run single, and Teoscar Hernández capped the inning with a two-run double. The Yankees’ five-run lead dissolved, leaving fans stunned and Judge’s drop as a pivotal turning point in their World Series loss.

Social Media’s Reaction: A Surprising NFL-to-MLB Crossover

As expected, social media lit up following Olsen’s comparison, with fans on X (formerly Twitter) and other platforms reacting to Judge’s mention. “BRO WHY IS AARON JUDGE CATCHING STRAYS ON NFL BROADCASTS,” one fan tweeted, capturing the sentiment of many Yankees supporters who felt that Judge’s past error didn’t need to be rehashed on an unrelated broadcast. While Olsen may have intended it as lighthearted commentary, the mention struck a nerve with fans still reeling from the Yankees’ disappointing postseason.

Kamara’s Redemption and the Saints’ Victory

Despite Kamara’s drop, the Saints held on to their lead, thanks to a critical sack by edge rusher Chase Young, which effectively ended the game and helped New Orleans snap a seven-game losing streak. Kamara’s drop, like Judge’s, was quickly overshadowed by the Saints’ defense and the running back’s impressive career-high rushing performance. New Orleans’ interim head coach Darren Rizzi earned his first win, and Kamara praised Rizzi’s leadership, crediting his emphasis on unity and teamwork for the team’s newfound energy and focus.

Rizzi, for his part, celebrated Kamara’s record-breaking game, saying, “Any time you use the phrase, ‘all-time,’ it’s a big deal.” The Saints will look to carry that momentum into their next game against the struggling Cleveland Browns.

Judge’s Road to Redemption

As for Judge, the Yankees will have to wait until the next MLB season to put the World Series error behind them. Despite the unfortunate reminder, Judge remains one of the game’s premier players, and the Yankees’ hopes will likely rest on his shoulders when they look to contend for another title next year.

While Olsen’s comment may have been an attempt to draw a parallel, it’s clear that some fans are eager to move past Judge’s misstep. And while the Saints emerged victorious, it seems Judge’s slip-up will linger a little longer in the minds of fans and commentators alike, proving that high-stakes mistakes in sports — no matter the player or the league — are sometimes hard to leave behind.