“I Got My Money on UNC”: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Responds to NFL Veteran’s Bench Press Challenge

The internet went wild when an NFL veteran challenged Dwayne Johnson to a bench press competition. The Rock is a big guy, and it has been recorded that he can press massive weights. However, the veteran in question used to have the best physique in the game. Now, fans have to wait no longer as Johnson gave his answer.

Johnson is known to push himself and maintain a physique despite his age. How will he fare against an NFL legend?

Dwayne Johnson responds to Shannon Sharpe

Recently, on the CBS talk show The Talk, retired NFL tight-end player Shannon Sharpe issued a challenge. This was for none other than The Rock, and it was a bench press challenge. Despite getting a round of applause from the audience, everyone was waiting for what The Rock would say.

As soon as the show posted the clip to their social media, Johnson commented. First, he said, “I got my money on UNC.” Following this, he said, “Shannon is the GOAT, I don’t want that smoke.“This showed the respect Johnson had for the NFL Legend. Sharpe had earned acclaim during his time in the NFL.

By the end of his career, Sharpe was the first tight-end player to amass 10,000 receiving yards. He also ranks third in tight end receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. This made him a legend in the sport before retiring in 2004.

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The reply Johnson gave shows the respect he has but doesn’t give a definite answer. Did Johnson accept the challenge, or is he stalling? Sharpe is known to have had one of the top physiques in the game. Only time will tell if the Hollywood star says yes or is humble so as not to one-up the NFL legend. This isn’t the first time he’s been nice to another sports star.

Dwayne Johnson’s extends his love to a star from a different sport

As mentioned above, this was not the first time Dwayne Johnson was kind to another sports star. The acts of Johnson’s kindness have touched the hearts of the fans as well. Recently, he was seen helping out a UFC rising star who shared his story on social media. Claiming that he moved to America with $7 in his wallet, this story moved The Great One.

Not only did Johnson buy him a house, he also promised to help bring his family over. These acts show how humble and kind Johnson is.

What do you think of the reply Johnson gave to Sharpe? Do you think he agreed to do it?

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