Let’s talk about some friendly rivalry that just got a whole lot more exciting. On Today, coanchors Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin are always trying to outdo each other in the cutest, most playful ways. And this time, their latest showdown went international, bringing the fun to a whole new level. The video was posted on Today’s Instagram account and has already sparked a lively debate among fans.

Now, here’s the backstory: this playful clip, posted on February 12, comes with a caption teasing that Savannah and Craig’s rivalry "goes international." And oh, does it ever. This isn’t just a casual back-and-forth; it’s a globe-trotting battle of wits and charm.

Savannah Goes First, Bringing the Eagles’ Super Bowl Victory to the Set

In the opening scene of the video, Savannah, 53, is all smiles as she stands on the Today set in New York City. She’s not alone, though—she’s joined by none other than Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, fresh off his Super Bowl 2025 win. At just 26 years old, Jalen is beaming with pride as Savannah addresses the camera, clearly enjoying the moment.

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“Hey Craig and Tirico, I really miss you, but look who I’m with,” Savannah says, gesturing to Jalen. “Don’t hurry back,” she adds with a cheeky grin. It’s a clear shot across Craig’s bow, and the fans are already on their feet cheering. Savannah’s not just celebrating her team’s victory; she’s turning it into a playful jab at her coanchor.

Craig Strikes Back From Milan, Bringing Out the Big Guns

But Craig, 45, isn’t one to back down from a challenge. In the next segment of the video, we see him standing in the picturesque city of Milan with none other than sportscaster Mike Tirico. The backdrop is stunning, with a panoramic view of Milan’s iconic architecture. Craig isn’t just taking in the scenery—he’s ready to raise the stakes.

“I’ll see your video with Jalen Hurts and raise you Mike Tirico,” Craig says confidently. “Oh, and by the way, Milan too. So yeah.” Mike, 58, adds to the fun with a confident “We win as usual.” Craig, never one to shy away from a joke, wraps things up with a hilarious “Tush push that,” leaving fans in stitches.

Fans Weigh In: Who Won This Round?

Now, here’s where things get really interesting. In the comments section of the post, fans are weighing in on who they think came out on top in this round of Savannah and Craig’s ongoing rivalry. Some are team Savannah, pointing out her Super Bowl connection and the presence of Jalen Hurts. Others are firmly in Craig’s corner, appreciating his witty response and the stunning Milan backdrop.

“Well, this is adorable,” one person commented, while another chimed in with, “Love Craig’s reference to the tush push at the end!” The debate is lively, with one fan declaring, “Savannah wins this one,” while another argues, “Craig wins—he’s in Italy.” It’s clear that fans are loving every moment of this playful rivalry.

Craig Melvin and Savannah Guthrie's 'Rivalry Goes International' — Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for SiriusXM

Of course, this rivalry has roots in sports. Savannah is a proud Philadelphia Eagles fan, while Craig roots for the Washington Commanders. Their teams faced off in the NFC championship game last month, where the Eagles triumphed and eventually claimed the 2025 Super Bowl title. Before the game, Savannah and Craig made a friendly bet: whoever’s team lost would have to get a temporary tattoo of the other person’s face and wear it for the week. Craig kept his promise, showing up on a January 27 episode of Today with a temporary tattoo of Savannah, dressed in Eagles gear, on the back of his neck.