AEW Meets NFL: Tony Khan’s Lucha Libre Showdown Before Jaguars Game

In a unique fusion of sports, AEW’s Tony Khan is bringing together two of his biggest passions — professional wrestling and the NFL. Ahead of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ home opener this Sunday, fans will be treated to a special two-out-of-three falls lucha libre tag team match, paying tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month. The event will take place at Flex Field, part of the Jaguars‘ training complex, which also includes Daily’s Place and EverBank Stadium.

Headlining the match will be Ring of Honor Tag Team Champion Sammy Guevara, teaming up with Hologram to face off against The Beast Mortos and Matt Taven. The action will take place from 11:30 AM to noon Eastern, just before the Jaguars’ 1 PM kickoff. Though it remains unclear whether AEW will release footage of the bout on YouTube or social media, fans are already buzzing about the potential crossover event online.

This exciting combination of AEW wrestling and NFL football is a nod to both Hispanic culture and the growing connection between sports entertainment and traditional athletics. The internet is abuzz with excitement, as wrestling fans and NFL followers alike are discussing the innovative collaboration. Khan, who owns both the Jaguars and AEW, has consistently used his platforms to create unique fan experiences, and this event is no different. Social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram are already flooded with posts and anticipation surrounding this historic matchup.

As wrestling and football worlds collide in Jacksonville, this event highlights the power of sports to unite fans across different disciplines, while also celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in a major way. Fans of both AEW and the NFL are eagerly awaiting what’s sure to be an unforgettable day in Jacksonville.