Tomorrow, Jerry Rice is being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Obviously, it's well deserved. There is even talk that not only was he the greatest wide receiver to ever play the game, but that he was the greatest football player ever, period. Not a bad case for that argument...
It's been a joy over the past week watching the coverage that this has been getting, including Jerry being interviewed sitting next to his presenter, Eddie DeBartolo, Jr. outside the Hall of Fame building. Oh what a happy time it was for us 49er fans watching him play!
Here's something to look forward to during the ceremonies that has been hinted at: the late, great Bill Walsh is reputed to have filmed something with the anticipation of Jerry's induction into the Hall. Coach Walsh was already aware of his impending death, yet also knew that Jerry would absolutely have his day in the sun... so Coach wanted to help honor Jerry. What I learned from the interview with Jerry and Mr. DeBartolo was that the presenters have already pre-taped their induction speeches; if a tape of Coach Walsh does indeed exist for this momentous occasion, I am guessing that it will be made a part of Mr. DeBartolo's filmed tribute. I can't wait!
And Jerry admitted that if Coach Walsh is a part of the ceremony and shares some kind words about him, he will lose it. If this rumor is true, I'm sure that many of us will be bawling too!
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