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VIDEO: DC Defenders Punt Block Touchdown Totally Fakes Out XFL Camera Guy

By Sam Dunn

Elijah Campbell's punt block is recovered by Jonathan Celestin for a DC Defenders touchdown
Elijah Campbell's punt block is recovered by Jonathan Celestin for a DC Defenders touchdown /

We have our first special teams touchdown of the revived XFL! Of course, all those watching on ABC weren't able to see the ball recovered in the end zone in real time, as the live shot began to pan away in error in anticipation of a punt that did not take place. Instead, DC Defenders cornerback Elijah Campbell blocked the Seattle Dragons' attempt to put a boot on the ball, and linebacker Jonathan Celestin came up with it in the end zone to put six on the board.

After striking first with a field goal only to fall back behind, DC is now in command once again in front of the home fans at Audi Field.

Hopefully, this camera crew can find similar command in due time.