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Dieunerst Collin is trading in waiting in line for the offensive line. The star of an internet meme just won a high school championship in New Jersey.
Seven years ago, an unassuming Collin became an internet sensation for his eyes darting back and forth while standing in line at Popeyes. The Vine has played over 19 million times and become a popular GIF and meme on social media.
Collin didn’t ask to have the video made of him, it is something that happened and shot the unassuming boy into internet stardom.
Well on Sunday in New Jersey high school football championship action, Collin’s East Orange team beat Clifton in triple overtime in the North Group 5 regional title game at Rutgers SHI Stadium.
The win caps a 13-0 season for East Orange.
“I would say just don’t take it so personal, because when I did take it personal, I did get to a place where it was like, ‘I don’t know if I want to go out any more,'” Collin told Sports Illustrated this week. “And stay close to friends and family … you’ll also meet new people when you don’t take it as personal.”
As for Collin, he had some fun with the moment, recreating his infamous video while holding the championship trophy. This is great stuff and shows a real maturity and understanding of the moment from the high school senior.
From Popeyes to State Champion!! East Orange #StateChamps pic.twitter.com/SQdKNBsZ9g
— 😈😈😈😈 (@Jerseystar973) December 6, 2021
According to his social media, Collin is 6-foot-1, 315 pounds and plays along the offensive line for East Orange. He also says he has a 3.2 GPA.
The win by East Orange comes after being down at halftime and involves a controversial ending.
