New Orleans Saints Coach Electrifies Locker Room with Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Quote After Dominant Victory Over Dallas Cowboys
The New Orleans Saints sent shockwaves through the NFL community on Sunday (Sept. 15) with a commanding 44-19 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, extending their undefeated season. The upset win at Dallas’ AT&T Stadium left the Saints riding high, and head coach Dennis Allen captured the moment with a postgame speech that took everyone by surprise. Quoting Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” Allen fired up his team, leaving the locker room in a frenzy.
“Man, that’s a hell of a win guys,” Allen began. “We said we had to come in and play our brand of football and that’s exactly what we did. We played the way the Saints have to play this game. And look, sometimes you just gotta f—ing pop out and show ’em.” The room erupted with cheers, with players hyped by their coach’s bold words. One player even went up to Allen to give him a dap, cementing the moment as one of unity and passion.
The electrifying speech didn’t stay confined to the locker room for long. Fans quickly caught wind of the clip on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday (Sept. 16), and social media lit up with praise for Allen’s unexpected use of Kendrick Lamar’s lyrics. Former NFL player Gerald McCoy also joined the conversation, tweeting, “This a quote from Dennis Allen HC of the Saints IN NEW ORLEANS but y’all crying on why they picked Kendrick Lamar for Super Bowl!! THIS WHY!!”
Running back Alvin Kamara was another highlight of the game, leading the Saints with four touchdowns and reminding everyone why he’s one of the league’s most formidable players. Fans couldn’t help but celebrate Kamara’s stellar performance, with one declaring, “Alvin Kamara: Certified Boogeyman. He the one that upped the score on ‘em!”
The Saints dominated the Cowboys early, taking a 35-16 lead into halftime and never looking back. The win marks a crucial milestone in their season, setting up a challenging matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles this weekend. However, if Allen’s postgame speech is anything to go by, the Saints are ready for any challenge.
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” has been a constant presence on the Billboard Hot 100 for nearly five months, currently holding strong at No. 10. The track, which once topped the chart in May, continues to be a cultural touchstone, and its presence in the Saints’ victory celebration only adds to its impact. Fans are eagerly anticipating whether Lamar will bring the energy of “Not Like Us” to the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show when he performs in New Orleans this coming February.
The Saints’ win, combined with Allen’s dynamic postgame speech, has created a moment that fans won’t soon forget. It underscores the power of music, sports, and a team that’s determined to carve its path to glory.
