A recent Wheel of Fortune episode had viewers in stitches when contestant Will Jordan’s unique answer took an unexpected twist. Instead of solving the puzzle with “Give Yourself a Round of Applause,” Will confidently guessed, “Treat Yourself a Round of Sausage,” sparking a viral moment that’s left fans laughing long after the episode aired.
The moment was part of a special Veterans Day edition of the show. Jordan, a Coast Guard veteran and school resource officer from Connecticut, appeared excited as he took his turn at the puzzle with just a few letters missing. When he blurted out his answer, his unexpected “round of sausage” guess quickly went viral, garnering reactions across social media platforms.
Host Ryan Seacrest’s Reaction and a Round of Laughter
Host Ryan Seacrest kept his composure at the moment, informing Will his guess was incorrect before turning to the next contestant, Kitina Thomas, who answered correctly. Seacrest, though, couldn’t resist joining in on the joke afterward, quipping, “Will, I kind of like yours better. That sounds better than just clapping right now!” The internet couldn’t agree more.
A Viral Moment with a Generous Twist
Once the clip hit social media, fans embraced Will’s humorous misstep, with some joking they wished they, too, could “treat themselves to a round of sausage.” Others called it “one of the best wrong answers in Wheel of Fortune history.” Some fans speculated that Will might have guessed it deliberately for laughs, as he’d made other playful guesses during the episode.
The “round of sausage” blunder hasn’t only made people laugh—it’s inspired good deeds. Sausage company Johnsonville even jumped in on the fun, offering a free product to anyone who shared a good deed with the hashtag #KeepTheInternetJuicy.
Giving Back Amid the Laughter
Will’s viral fame has led him to use his new popularity to help his community. With the support of his local police department, he’s started a campaign to encourage donations to the Rocky Hill Human Services Food Bank, demonstrating that humor can be a powerful force for good. “I’m sure I’ll find sausages in my locker when I get back,” he joked, embracing the humor of the situation while staying focused on helping those in need.
Will’s story reminds us all to laugh at our mistakes and take life a little less seriously. Who knows? Maybe a “round of sausage” could be exactly what we need after all.
