Colts Tight End Kylen Granson Celebrates His First Touchdown with Hilarious, Newborn-Inspired Photoshoot

In a photoshoot posted to Instagram, the tight end and his girlfriend proudly shared their bundle of joy — the football with which he scored the TD

Kylen Granson is expanding his … accomplishments!

In a hilarious photoshoot announcing the “birth” of his first NFL touchdown, the Indianapolis Colts tight end shared photos of his baby — the football — on Instagram Monday.

“After 3yrs of trying… it’s finally here🍼🏈 #firstcareertouchdown” the 25-year-old wrote alongside a carousel of proud papa moments.

In the series of snaps, Granson committed to the role, wearing a paternal cardigan and beaming widely while looking down at his football, which was swaddled in a towel.

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His longtime girlfriend Daisy Foko also got in on the action, posing in a few of the shots, including the final image where the two kiss with the new special member of the family nestled between them.

In the comments, Granson’s teammates couldn’t hold back their appreciation.

“Come on man 😭” wrote rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson, while Colts safety Julian Blackmon commented: “Go on ahead w this😭”

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Foko, too, couldn’t resist, writing: “I’m so blessed to be able to support Kylen during this time. Thank you my love for bringing such happiness into our lives 🥹🤍”

For Granson, the touchdown against the Houston Texans happened after a 36-month-long gestation period, and in a place where he has a history on the field.

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The Colts star began his career in Houston at Rice University before transferring to SMU his junior year to play for now-TCU head coach Sonny Dykes.

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