playing like Betty White

Performing badly at any task, especially at work, because of being hungry.

This term is derived from a Snickers commercial that originally aired during Superbowl XLIV.

Boss: Joe, you were supposed to have this done an hour ago.

Joe: Sorry, boss. I was in a hurry this morning and I skipped breakfast, so now I'm playing like Betty White.

Playing Like Betty White

1- phrase used to insult people who are not good at sports, such as football or Russian Snake Charming, or any other activity requiring strength/ panflutes.

2- common insult used on people who have not/ do not eat Snickers before important events, such as football or Colombian Tennis.

1- Come on Detmenkov, you're like Betty White out there, man up!

2- Hey Elizaboria, eat this Snickers, you're playing like Betty White! We need 4 more points or they'll keep the cocaine!