'Different Sweet 16': Seth Meyers' NCAA March Madness joke transforms into witty jab at Matt Gaetz

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In a recent episode of 'Late Night with Seth Meyers', the host cleverly intertwined humor with political commentary, as he often does. His monologue took an unexpected turn when a joke about the NCAA's March Madness led to a sharp jab at a far-right lawmaker.

In a typical monologue setup, Meyers began by addressing the upcoming Sweet 16 round of the NCAA basketball tournament, setting the stage for some lighthearted sports banter.

Seth Meyers' unexpected twist: From march madness to political commentary

However, what followed was anything but typical. As Meyers introduced the topic, the audience was treated to an unexpected visual: the image of Rep Matt Gaetz (R-Fla) projected on the screen.

With perfect comedic timing, Meyers addressed the image directly, delivering a playful yet cutting remark: "Heyyyyy, no, you get out of here! It's a different Sweet 16!" The audience erupted into laughter as Meyers effectively dunked on Gaetz, drawing a clear line between the innocent excitement of college basketball and the controversies surrounding the Florida congressman.

"The Sweet 16 round of the NCAA’s March Madness basketball tournament is set to begin," Meyers said as a photo of Rep Matt Gaetz appeared on-screen. "Heyyyyy, no, you get out of here! It’s a different Sweet 16!"

However, he quickly pivoted with a quip that caught everyone off guard. "Hey, no! You get out of here. It's a different Sweet 16," he remarked, seamlessly transitioning to a more politically charged topic.

From cruise ship mishaps to time capsule discoveries

The comedic segue continued as Meyers addressed the recent incident involving the Carnival of Freedom cruise ship catching fire. "Which is good, because at this point, that's the only way to sanitize them," he joked, drawing laughter from the audience. With each punchline, Meyers skillfully wove together current events and satire, keeping viewers engaged and entertained.

But it was his next joke that truly made headlines. As he discussed a demolition crew discovering a time capsule while tearing down a mall in South Carolina, Meyers seized the opportunity to deliver a pointed remark. "What do they sell, Papa?" he quipped, setting up the punchline, "Cords! It's where you went for your cords." The audience erupted in laughter, but Meyers wasn't done yet.

Seth Meyers tackled serious topics with comedic precision

The comedian rounded out his monologue with a humorous take on JetBlue's announcement of nonstop flights from Dublin to Boston. "In case people from Boston want to go to a place that's somehow less Irish," he joked, showcasing his trademark wit and timing.

However, Meyers didn't shy away from addressing more serious topics, such as former President Donald Trump's ongoing legal battles. With a transition that seamlessly flowed into the segment 'A Closer Look', Meyers delved into Trump's financial woes and legal troubles, providing his audience with insightful commentary wrapped in comedic flair.

The highlight of the segment came when Meyers discussed Trump's appearance in a Manhattan court case related to his hush money scandal. With a blend of sarcasm and sincerity, Meyers highlighted the significance of the trial date being set while poking fun at Trump's typically outspoken nature.