Entrant Company
Saatchi & Saatchi
Entry Type
Product/Service
Medium
Branded Entertainment/Content
Category
Partnerships & Sponsorships
American football is not just a sport; it is a cultural phenomenon that inspires passion, loyalty, and, inevitably, conspiracy theories. They're always searching for hidden patterns and connections they believe will help their team win. Loveathon took a conspiracy theory from fan speculation to full blown NFL reality, cementing Toyota into NFL culture.
In the world of sports marketing, creating a buzz can often feel like an uphill battle. Partway through the season, one fan’s conspiracy video started circulating on social media; a theory that quarterback Jordan Love performs better during Toyotathon (not before, not after). We recognized this theory fit perfectly inside the “carspiracy” campaign that Toyota had seeded at the start of the season, so we decided to indulge this one fan’s bonkers idea. We knew that if we were going to become part of NFL lore, we had to move at the speed of NFL culture.
By collaborating with Green Bay Packers quarterback, Jordan Love, Toyota turned a fan theory into a sensational campaign that captivated fans and media alike. A seemingly outlandish fan conspiracy theory about Jordan Love was transformed into a compelling narrative that not only engaged the NFL community but also positioned Toyota at the center of a viral marketing phenomenon. By leveraging social media, fan engagement, and strategic partnerships, Toyota successfully positioned itself at the forefront of a viral phenomenon that resonated deeply within the NFL community.