Actor Mark Wahlberg was the first guest on Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli, better known as the “ManningCast,” for Week 11. The Super Bowl LVII rematch between the Eagles and Chiefs promised to be one of the best games of the season.
However, Wahlberg didn’t seem too enthused about two of the top teams in the NFL matching up on the field. Putting it more strongly, he seemed bored watching the game with Peyton and Eli.
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Was the star of uproarious comedies such as The Other Guys, Ted, and Daddy’s Home grumpy because he typically wakes up at 2:30 a.m. to work out? Was he still holding a grudge toward Eli for twice leading the Giants to Super Bowl victories over his beloved Patriots?
Whatever the reason, viewers definitely noticed Wahlberg making a typically fun broadcast rather awkward. Here’s a sampling of social media feedback:
I dare anyone to give less energy to an appearance than Mark Wahlberg is giving on tonight’s ManningCast. pic.twitter.com/GZn34rcU4I
— Patrick Keane (@phkeane) November 21, 2023
Is Mark Wahlberg being forced at gun point to be on Peyton and Eli tonight? He looks very upset to be there
— Tim Blasen (@crinkletalk) November 21, 2023
Should someone check on Mark Wahlberg? Is he okay? pic.twitter.com/mm6J13niSY
— Cons (@CaptainCons) November 21, 2023
Why does mark wahlberg look like someone just stole his dog pic.twitter.com/rC7Ttj0moR
— Pizza Dad (@Pizza__Dad) November 21, 2023
Mark Wahlberg had zero interest in being on the ManningCast. Ends it with "you guys got a lot of questions" under his breath.
— Josh Bachler (@bakler5) November 21, 2023
“You guys got a lot of commercials.”
— tanderson341 (@Exile45Co) November 21, 2023
Mark Wahlberg couldn’t wait to get of that show.#wahlberg #peytonmanning #elimanning pic.twitter.com/PymXssbS6e
Was Wahlberg expecting Peyton and Eli to mention his 2006 movie Invincible, in which he portrayed 1970s Eagles fan-favorite Vince Papale?
If Peyton and Eli ever do an afternoon ManningCast, maybe Wahlberg will be in a sunnier mood. Especially if he has a movie to promote. However, he probably won’t be invited back after such a surly, low-energy appearance. Judging from his demeanor, Wahlberg might not want to return.
