One Huge Factor
WWE Corridor of Famer Goldberg has publicly recommended Brock Lesnar’s formidable 2004 NFL pursuit with the Minnesota Vikings, regardless of its final lack of success.
Why It Issues
This uncommon present of respect between two of wrestling’s most dominant forces highlights the difficult nature of cross-sport transitions, even for elite athletes.
By The Numbers
• Lesnar’s NFL try got here after his preliminary 2-year WWE run (2002-2004)• He signed with the Minnesota Vikings observe squad in 2004• Lesnar was launched earlier than the common season started
Key Particulars
• Talking to Information 4 Jacksonville’s Scott Johnson, Goldberg praised Lesnar’s braveness to aim the profession swap• Goldberg emphasised Lesnar’s lack of soccer background, making the try extra spectacular• The WWE legend acknowledged Lesnar’s spectacular bodily attributes as a logical purpose to strive soccer
Direct Quote
“Yeah, , he gave it a shot for certain. I imply, he was a wrestler, by no means performed soccer, and with that sort of bodily package deal, I imply, why not give it a shot? Extra energy to him. That was unbelievable that he tried to perform that.”
The Newest
• Goldberg has introduced plans for a retirement match in 2025• Lesnar’s wrestling future stays unsure as a consequence of alleged connections to the Vince McMahon trafficking lawsuit• Their final memorable encounter was at Survivor Sequence 2016, following Goldberg’s 12-year hiatus
Wanting Ahead
The mutual respect between these two powerhouses provides one other layer to their complicated historical past, which incorporates each criticized and celebrated matches.
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