Asylum Weathers the Gridiron War for Nike

published Sep 20, 2007
Asylum Weathers the Gridiron War for Nike
The VFX team from Asylum showcases their full range of talents in this amazing :60 spot for Nike.

Shawne Merriman, for the San Diego Chargers and Steven Jackson of the St. Louis Rams are featured in this all out epic battle of the titans to score a touchdown.

Starting from one end of the field as Merriman explodes through his opponents, the environment around him seamlessly transitions from day to night, through rain and snow.

As he nears the end zone Merriman forces a fumble as he sacks the quarterback.

Jackson recovers the ball and makes the same grueling journey back through the elements.

The sights and sounds of this crusade culminate in a tension-filled moment as Jackson makes a dive for the touchdown.

His arm emerges from the pile and the arm holding the ball inches closer to the line as the screen goes black and the music cuts out, leaving us in an eternal state of anticipation.