For Dale Earnhardt Jr., his love for Washington football runs deep. Well, deeper than most might guess. It all started back in 1983, on his 9th birthday, when his mom surprised him with more than just the helmet he’d asked for. She went all in with the entire Washington Redskins uniform: pads, pants, jersey, everything.

On that day, Dale Jr. formally swore allegiance to the team, a commitment that has endured through decades of highs, lows, and rebuilds. However, even the most devoted supporters have their breaking points, and Dale Jr.’s feelings were anything from composed following the events of Washington’s most recent game. On his podcast, the NASCAR legend couldn’t hide the heartbreak that came with one gut-wrenching, late-game mistake.

Washington’s fumble breaks Dale Jr.’s heart

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