Sam Burns loses bet to Justin Thomas, shaves Alabama's 'RTR' on head

Sam Burns (left) and Justin Thomas (right) ahead of The American Express. (Justin Thomas/Instagram)

Sam Burns has never been afraid to experiment with his hairstyle.

And he’s got a new look for this week’s The American Express. Though the latest style choice appears to be forced on him.

In an Instagram story posted by Justin Thomas on Monday, Burns is seen with “RTR” shaved into the hair on the side of his head.

“I love your new haircut @samburns66," wrote Thomas. "For sure didn’t lose a bet and did it on your own RTR."

Sam Burns (left) and Justin Thomas (right) ahead of The American Express. (Justin Thomas/Instagram)

It should be noted at this point that Burns, a Louisiana State University graduate, and Thomas, an Alabama alum, have vastly different rooting allegiances. The two college football powerhouses played in November of 2023 with a friendly wager seemingly placed on the outcome. Alabama won 42-28 and it appears the debts of the bet have come due, with “RTR,” or "Roll Tide Roll," shaved into Burns’ hair.

Burns’ hat will surely cover most of the evidence, but Thomas won’t soon let Burns forget about Bama’s beatdown of his beloved LSU Tigers.