Hey, do you think you can guess which NFL player I am? Do ya think? Yeah, I doubt it. I’m a bit of an enigma when it comes to my love of football, and I’m not so straightforward about my preferences and biases.
To start with, I suppose I always had an affinity for the game. I grew up in a family who loved football, and there was always a game on tv or on the local high school field. I used to count down the days until the NFL kick off, and even though I didn’t understand the rules fully, I always knew I wanted to be a part of it.
As I grew older, I began to focus my attention and admiration on one player in particular. Watching him and learning from his plays each week deeply intrigued me. His style was like no other and he had the ability to shine, even in the most challenging of circumstances. To me, he was a true inspiration and I’d love to tell his story someday. But who is it exactly?
I’m especially drawn to wide receivers, guys who have incredible agility and don’t mind sacrificing their body for the team. Their intensity and passion for the game is something I greatly admire, no doubt. Plus, I love those one-handed catches.
Aside from physical abilities and unwavering commitment, there are certain traits in a player that draw me in as well. I’m looking at you, receivers who excel at picking up the smallest of signs and understanding how to use them to their advantage. That’s the kind of finesse I crave for myself.
To top it off I’m drawn to certain teams, to the loyal fans and the unifying power of the team itself. So, if I’m being honest, I think I’m a cross between the likes of JuJu Smith-Schuster and DeAndre Hopkins of the Houston Texans. Both have an unyielding determination and the level of respect they have from fellow players on the pitch is absolutely inspiring.
I guess it’s not so hard to figure out which NFL player I am after all! But in all actuality, I’m the one with an unwavering love for the sport, and a fierce admiration for all of the players that make it exciting. From dazzling skill moves to dramatic Hail Mary passes, it’s all just part of the beauty that is football, and I love it.