In the world of professional sports, controversy is often found on the field, but this week, it erupted behind a podcast microphone. Coach JB, known for his unfiltered, high-energy, and often polarizing takes, has set the internet ablaze following a viral clip of New England Patriots male cheerleader Jeremy Greer. After the Patriots secured a hard-fought victory against the Chargers, Greer took to the sidelines for a celebratory dance that quickly trended across social media. While many praised the energy and inclusivity of the moment, Coach JB saw it as a flashpoint for a much larger cultural debate regarding masculinity in professional football.
The firestorm began on the latest episode of The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty, where the producer threw an unplanned topic into the rundown: Jeremy Greer’s victory dance. The reaction from Coach JB was instantaneous and visceral. “Don’t just lead in s*** like this!” he yelled, clearly caught off guard by the footage. What followed was an eight-minute tirade that touched on everything from “metrosexuality” to the perceived “feminization” of the league, leaving his co-host, Big Smitty, scrambling to play devil’s advocate.
As the clip played, showing Greer performing a high-energy routine, JB’s disdain was palpable. While Smitty attempted to ground the conversation by noting that male cheerleaders have been part of the game for years and that “to each his own” should be the standard in America, JB wasn’t having it. He argued that the “liberal mindset” is “unwilling to accept the truth when it smacks them in the face.” The debate quickly spiraled into a heated exchange about the definitions of masculinity, with JB insisting that certain behaviors are inherently “not alpha.”
The conversation took an even more bizarre and controversial turn as the two hosts began to debate the nuances of personal lifestyles versus public performances. JB, in his signature abrasive style, challenged the very concept of “metrosexuals,” claiming it was simply a modern euphemism for being gay. He even went as far as to cite Prince as an example of someone who managed to be “feminine” while maintaining what he described as an “alpha” status, though he remained adamant that the trend of male cheerleaders was a bridge too far for his version of the NFL.
Perhaps the most shocking part of the episode was JB’s pivot into a graphic and highly personal discussion about “alpha dominance” in the bedroom—a tangent that left the live chat and his co-host in a state of stunned disbelief. JB argued that certain acts, which others might perceive as submissive, were actually the ultimate “alpha male” performance, provided they involved a female partner. The exchange became so heated and explicit that Smitty eventually interjected, “Do we ever have to do a whole show on masculinity… or the channel will get dropped?”
Despite the graphic nature of the rant, it highlights a deep-seated divide in the modern sports landscape. For JB and a segment of his audience, the inclusion of male cheerleaders is a symptom of a league losing its “tough-guy” identity. For others, like Greer and the Patriots organization, it’s a celebration of athleticism and spirit that belongs on any sideline. Greer, who has received an outpouring of support from fans who enjoyed his infectious energy, seems unfazed by the noise, continuing to represent the team with pride.
However, in the echo chamber of sports talk, “unfazed” is rarely the word for the commentators. JB’s rant has already been clipped and shared thousands of times, sparking debates on X and Facebook about the boundaries of sports commentary. Some viewers praised JB for “saying what everyone is thinking,” while others condemned his language as “hateful” and “outdated.”
As the Patriots move forward in their season, the viral victory dance of Jeremy Greer will likely be remembered as a moment of joy for some and a point of contention for others. But for Coach JB, it was an opportunity to draw a line in the sand. Whether you agree with his “alpha” philosophy or find his rants offensive, one thing is certain: Coach JB knows exactly how to keep the conversation—and the controversy—moving at a breakneck pace.
The episode concluded with JB doubling down on his stance before heading to a commercial break, leaving fans to wonder if there is any topic too taboo for the show. As the NFL continues to evolve, the clash between traditional “old-school” values and modern inclusivity shows no signs of slowing down.
