I like many things (road trips and the art of jerky among them) and Packers trivia definitely ranks near the top. Every time I take Research Road down to Packer Playerville, it’s always an interesting trip and definitely a box of chocolates as my main man FG once said.When looking up our newest middle linebacker, I found some gems that needed to be shared with the Ranter readers. Yeah, most people know he’s hitched to Brady Quinn’s sister, but did you know that he was named after Indy car man AJ Foyt? Or that Top Gun is his favorite movie? Both true. And while you can bet your last Leinie’s he was a Top Gun linebacker for the Centerville Elks, would you have guessed he also played running back? And quarterback. And placekicker. And punter (averaged 40+/per, nice). Even lettered as a point guard for the b-ball team. Put that in your pipe and smoke it.
Hawk also might be the most humble Packer since the original Mr. Nice Guy, Samkon Gado. In fact, while in high school, AJ apparently went out of his way not to be the center of attention. He forbid – and I’m not making this up – his parents to cheer for him during games (although the disclaimer noted they could cheer when a team TD was scored – yipee!). That may have been especially difficult during the game he recorded 30 tackles. Maybe not though, seeing as how people generally avoid making AJ Hawk angry for fear of being formed into a human pretzel…even if you are his parents.
Yes sir, Aaron James Hawk is an interesting dude, and only one thing bothers me – his nickname. AJ is fun and sporty an all, but it just doesn’t quite encapsulate all that he is or what he brings to the Packers. I’m thinking either Mr. Nibbler or The White Warrior – not because he’s white, but because of the sweet getup pictured. Thoughts?
He has tiny feet, right?
ReplyDeleteCompared to...? Yes, but I think it's intentional to make his legs look thicker and more intimidating.
ReplyDeleteCompared to the rest of his body.
ReplyDeleteand a tiny wang too, unless it was really really really cold that day.
ReplyDeleteRobert said he has it tucked under and strapped to his back.
ReplyDeleteFranklin, you have been misinformed. I would never disrespect the White Warrior as you have suggested.
ReplyDeleteYou said, and I quote, "he had to tuck it back, and strap it down under his shoulder pads, otherwise he would trip on it."
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ReplyDeletetoo much time on the package boys. Move along.
ReplyDeleteFranklin Hillside,
ReplyDeleteWhen I saw your teensy head in the comments forum I thought I saw a scooner, but then I realized it was a sailboat instead.
His feet are dainty.
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