If you use Twitter to follow anyone that has a large audience, you’re bound to see them make a public complaint about an airline they’re using. Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Fletcher Cox had some trouble with Delta on Sunday:
Two flights two delays @Delta im need something besides a survey after this flight
— fletcher cox (@fcoxx_91) June 4, 2017
His teammate, Chris Long, decided to pull a fast one on Cox by changing his Twitter display name and profile picture to look like Delta’s, and make them look like jerks:
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Long went back to his real name and previous picture, because eventually he felt bad for Delta:
I'm changing my name back because I actually love Delta
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) June 4, 2017
Meanwhile, someone handling Delta’s Twitter account stepped in and tried to accommodate him as they are wont to do:
Once your entire travel has been completed, we will definitely review your reservation to discuss compensation options. *HSD
— Delta (@Delta) June 4, 2017
And now Long’s tweet looks like he’s speaking on behalf of the Eagles:
Fletcher, we don't give a shit. Grab some extra pretzels and sit tight.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) June 4, 2017
It was a shortlived prank, but Chris Long nailed it.