NFL fans had strong feelings about the anthem before Cowboys-Eagles on Monday night

Saxophonist Hiruy Tirfe performed a jazzy version of the national anthem before the Cowboys-Eagles Monday Night Football game at Lincoln Financial Field. This performance split NFL fans, leading to strong feelings and mixed reactions. This event marks the second consecutive week that a national anthem performed during MNF has drawn criticism from the audience. The unconventional musical style of the rendition became a central point of contention among the sports fans attending the game.