Jameis Winston Uses 'Who Let the Dogs Out' Cadence in Giants Loss

Quarterback Jameis Winston shouted lyrics from the Baha Men at the line of scrimmage during the Giants' 24-21 loss to the Commanders.

The New York Giants fell 24-21 to the Washington Commanders on Thursday night after a failed fourth-down deception tactic late in the game. With 3:27 remaining in the fourth quarter and New York leading 21-17, quarterback Jameis Winston attempted to draw Washington offside on fourth-and-1 from the Giants' 11-yard line. Winston shouted the lyrics and chorus to the Baha Men’s "Who Let the Dogs Out" as his cadence, but the Commanders defense remained disciplined.

According to ESPN, the Giants practiced this specific vocal ploy to disrupt defensive rhythms. Following the unsuccessful attempt to secure a first down via penalty, New York was assessed a five-yard delay of game penalty and punted. Coach John Harbaugh confirmed he was aware of the plan, noting the team wanted to see if Washington would jump in that high-leverage situation. Winston, who incorrectly credited the song to the Black Eyed Peas, personally suggested the hook because he felt it had a "nice ring to it."

The chant served as a nod to New York Knicks coach Mike Brown, who used the song during a championship run the previous spring. Despite the 21-17 lead at the time of the punt, the Giants could not hold the advantage, ultimately losing by three points at East Rutherford.