Over the years, many quarterbacks have thanked their offensive lineman for keeping them upright with watches, luxury trips, or even drinks. Russell Wilson just changed the game.
The Seattle Seahawks quarterback recently signed a massive 4-year, $140 MILLION contract with a $65 million signing bonus, and he has already spent six figures of it already on his entire offensive line.
As a thank you, Russ recently gave each of the team’s 13 offensive lineman $12,000 in Amazon.com stock.
Via TMZ:
“Each player got a letter with the stock gift explaining why #3 hooked them up.
“Every Sunday we go to battle together,” Wilson wrote … “You sacrifice your physical and mental well-being to protect me, which in turn allows me to provide and care for my family.”
“This does not go unnoticed and it is never forgotten.”
Russell says he wants to help his teammates prepare for life after football and believes stock in Amazon will help these players achieve their dreams.
“When I sat down to think of ways to honor your dedication a dozen different ideas came to mind. Some were flashy, some were cool, but I wanted to give you something that had a lasting impact. Something that would affect the lives of you, your family, and your children.”
“You have invested in my life … this is my investment into yours.”
Here’s that letter:
