“It’s Not Guaranteed”: Pierced by Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, Patrick Mahomes’ Favorite Rival Embraces Harsh Reality

Michael Jordan has inspired a generation of players after him. Even Kobe was a known Jordan fanatic and based his playing style on his idol’s play. Both guards, Bryant and Jordan, were intense competitors known to impose their will onto the game in order to win. A certain NFL star expressed how the basketball duo of MJ and the Mamba inspired him.

The American football league is one of the most physically aggressive sports in the world. It takes a massive physical toll on an NFL athlete to win a game let alone a Super Bowl. One of the major rivals of NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes revealed how he takes inspiration from basketball legends.

NFL Star takes inspiration from Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant

Maxx Robert Crosby features as a defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders in the National Football League. Crosby has been praised several times in the past for his fluent play and willingness to never give up. He’s considered one of the main men who can go against Patrick Mahomes.

In an interview with GQ Magazine, he revealed how he looks up to some of the basketball greats in order to reach his best.

Crosby said, “I studied the Kobes, the Jordans, the Alis, and apply that to how I lead. I’m not just talking about it, I’m showing it. I take too much time to come out here and not be the best version of myself. It’s not guaranteed that I’m going to be the best.”

The defensive end cited a heartwarming reason for holding himself to the high standards of MJ and Kobe Bryant.

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“But I would be doing myself and my daughter a disservice if I tell her, “Work your hardest” if I’m then not doing it,” the 25-year-old admitted.

Crosby made it clear he walks the talk as he has a daughter who looks up to him. Clearly, he wants his child to take inspiration from her father and work her hardest. And for that – to set an example – he is willing to work the hardest.

Max Crosby takes part in the punching game

Dana White offered $5000 to any participant who would break Callum Walsh’s record of 977 in Peter Welch’s gym.

NFL star Max Crosby was one of the many notable names who took part in the game. Although fans know Crosby for his immense physical fortitude, he couldn’t beat the record set by Walsh.

In fact, no one was able to take home the prize of 5 grand. Dana gave the greens to Walsh who set the record of 977 himself.

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