Eagles Wide Receiver’s Sneaky New “Hammy Route” Leaks Online — It’s a Cheat Code [VIDEO]
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
NFL players spend years perfecting route-running techniques. Britain Covey may have created an entirely new category.
The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver and return specialist went viral after sharing a hilarious clip of his so-called “Hammy route” on social media.
Covey posted the video after several players uploaded offseason one-on-one highlights. Instead of showcasing elite footwork or a nasty release package, he delivered something completely different.
The clip shows Covey pretending to suffer a hamstring injury in the middle of his route. As the defender hesitates, he casually breaks free and creates separation.
From the man @brit_covey2 himself:
His undefeated “hammy route” LMAO pic.twitter.com/qtAoroywvO
— Josh Reynolds (@JoshReynolds24) June 18, 2026
NFL Players Go Crazy Over Britain Covey’s Hilarious Move
Fans and fellow NFL players immediately embraced the joke.
“Im trying this week 1 lmao,” Davante Adams said.
“Might need to steal this,” Dalton Kincaid commented.
“This might be the best idea,” Torrey Smith added.
“copyright it,” Travis Benjamin chimed in.
Others, such as Saquon Barkley and Cooper DeJean, reacted with several laughing emojis.
The video spread quickly across social media, with many viewers wondering whether the move could actually work during a real game.
Covey has built a reputation as one of the NFL’s most entertaining personalities. His latest post only strengthened that image.
While the “Hammy route” will never appear in a coaching manual, it reminded fans that football players enjoy having fun during the offseason.
The timing also helped. NFL social media feeds have been filled with training videos and route-running clips over the past several weeks. Covey found a creative way to stand out from the crowd.
Hammy Route Showcases Britain Covey’s Personality On And Off The Field
Covey’s viral moment reflects the same energy that helped him build a loyal following throughout his football career. The former Utah star arrived in Philadelphia as an undrafted free agent in 2022 after an impressive collegiate run.
During his time with the Utes, Covey earned All-Pac-12 honors and established himself as one of college football’s most dangerous return specialists. He finished his college career with more than 2,000 punt return yards and several memorable special teams touchdowns.
That production helped him earn an opportunity with the Eagles despite concerns about his size.
Covey carved out a role in Philadelphia as a reliable punt returner and depth receiver. He appeared in 16 games during the 2023 season and led the NFL with 417 punt return yards. His sure hands and quick decision-making made him a valuable contributor on special teams.
Teammates and coaches have regularly praised his work ethic and football IQ. Those qualities helped him stick on an NFL roster after entering the league without draft-day hype. Covey also developed a reputation for his sense of humor and engaging personality.
