With Chris Carson gone, can Rashaad Penny 'take off' as Seattle Seahawks' RB1? It broke my heart that my grandmother, all she wanted was shes got two grand boys that are making millions of dollars, and she wanted a house that wouldnt leak. You need to walk 20 years in this body and feel this raging inferno that I felt to get out of Glennville, to leave that thousand square foot cinder block home with the cement floors, to leave what my grandmother said, baby, is it going to be the gas this month that I'm going to pay or is it going to be the lights? Shannon Sharpe's Enshrinement speech. I want to start by congratulating my fellow inductees who I share the stage with today. You don't land here without the support of hundreds of dedicated men whose sacrifices help you become a better player. See, when my grandfather died, I missed one day, the day of the funeral. Speech summary: Favre thanked all of his family members, coaches and teammates, paying many compliments to his wife, Deanna, who introduced him. Speech summary: Williams is known for advocating for Negro League players to be included in the Hall of Fame during his speech. Im honored to become a member of your select group. And where he's from in Donora, Pennsylvania, football is king. In 1993, he was named first-team All-Pro for the first of four times after catching 81 passes for 995 yards and scoring 9 touchdowns. This day means so much to me because I get to share it with that guy right there. Id also like to recognize the elite seven, that is the number of tight ends that have already been enshrined. I have never thrown an interception that has been my fault, according to my mother-in-law, Ann. Speech summary: This speech is famous for a couple of unorthodox reasons. Sharpe started at tight end. And I love you for that. It started to rain, and I remember driving to the stadium as it started to rain, and I'm saying to myself, if we're not going to throw the ball, how am I going to show what I can do? Irunas. And I'm trying to gather in my mind what I'm going to say when I see my grandma laying in that casket, and before I did the interview I remember going by King's Funeral Home that had my grandmother's body, and I rubbed her head. My grandmother wanted to go to church and Sunday school every Sunday. ", Funniest line: "When I was growing up, I was the baby, and when they [Payton's brother and sister] had to clean the house on Saturdays and do things when Mom went to work and said, 'I want this house clean when I get back,' hey, I was the baby, I didn't have to do that. She said, son, I want a decent home and her words verbatim is Son, I want to go to bed one night, and she said, I want God to let it rain as hard as he possibly can, and I want him to let it rain all night long. She said, I want to wake up and not be wet. Thats a decent home for my grandmother. . Below is the transcript of the entire speech for your reading pleasure. I remember that. That's what drove Shannon. Im standing on the sideline, and I can see John walking towards me. And I know what youre saying, remedial reading and Spanish? I was saying the exact same thing. That's all she wanted. Katy, thanks for your love and support. [3rd] Most Pass Receptions, Career 140 Further, Shannon insisted that the Hall of Fame Committee members check his brother Sterling's career. One of my best friends that is already in the Hall of Fame is Michael Irvin. I was saying the exact same thing. I was the first kid in Glennville to have a pair of Air Jordans, a Mickey Mouse watch and a Walkman. Super Bowl XXXV Baltimore Ravens 34, New York Giants 7 I didn't want my kids to live one night, not one hour, not one hour in the life that I had let alone a day. But unfortunately, time doesn't permit that. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). I keep telling myself Im not going to get emotional today, but I know thats not going to happen. And I, like, looked again. Harrison, was a disciplinarian. ago. I said, 'You know what? I wish I could mention all of these guys by name. Guys, Im so honored to be a part of this. But you can't walk a mile in Shannon Sharpe's shoes because that wouldn't do it justice. He followed that performance with a career-high 87 receptions in 1994. Don't hope someone gives you an opportunity, create one for yourself. Shannon Sharpe gave one of the most emotional and heartfelt Hall of Fame speeches I have seen since Michael Irvin. I could have been homeless -- I was homeless. She said, Shannon, shes gone. I said, for real, Libby? She hung the phone up. I never once lived in your shadow. When I did the special, we were going down, my brother and I were going down to shoot a special that Thursday. Shannon do your homework. Every time at lunch youre not eating, youre in the gym, youre working out. No chance. Today I become the eighth member. Id also like to thank the City of Canton, the Pro Football Hall of Fame itself, and all the volunteers for their hard work to make this such a great event. I said, "for real, Libby?" We lost one of our members early last month, John Mackey. You taught me everything I know about sports and a lot about life. He played in 204 regular season games and started in four AFC championship games. Im here today for a lot of reasons. What is it going to be this month? He was the starting tight end in Denvers back-to-back Super Bowl titles (XXXII and XXXIII) and the Ravens Super Bowl XXXV victory. Its a trait I picked up from my mom and from my brother. He said that he was inspired to make enough money so that his mother would never have to work again. And today is the culmination of that journey. ", Honorable Mention: Michael Irvin (2007); Mike Ditka (1988); Mike Singletary (1998); Joe Montana (2000); John Elway (2004); Jerry Rice (2010); Cris Carter (2013); Jerome Bettis (2015); LaDainian Tomlinson (2017). I forgive you for all those white suits that you got us for Easter that made us look like John Travolta. Void in ONT. Instead of being angry and upset with me, he walks up to me and he says, 'I think next week we need to learn the plays.' It took a great deal of acceptance to come to terms with being an alcoholic, but acceptance was the key to my sobriety. Memorable quote: "To my dad, who taught me how to play this game, but more importantly he taught me how to be a man. He taught me toughness. I missed recitals, I missed football practice, I missed graduations because I was so obsessed with being the best player I could possibly be that I neglected a lot of people. I ruined a lot of relationships. To all my former teammates at Glennville High, Savannah State, Denver, Baltimore, hopeful you, hopefully you thought I was a good teammate and you enjoyed me as much as I enjoyed you. But he said if you play, play really hard so you have something on tape, so if we release you, someone else can say okay, this guy can play a little bit. I stand out on the ballpark in the parking lot waiting for Reggie Jackson to give me a[n] autograph. I want to leave you with this: My position coach who is sitting right there in the stands, Les Steckel once asked me, son, why do you work so hard? There is a reason they called it chasing your dreams and not walking after them. The focus was supposed to be on him for his accomplishments in basketball, but he made it about everyone else and how they helped get him where he is. Shannon Sharpe Position: TE 6-2 , 228lb (188cm, 103kg) Born: June 26 in Chicago, IL (Age: 54-308d) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info Hall of Fame 8x Pro Bowl 4x All-Pro 3x SB Champ HOF All-1990s Team 81 84 84 82 SUMMARY Career G 204 AV 107 Rec 815 Yds 10060 Y/R 12.3 TD 62 FantPt 1375.9 Shannon Sharpe Overview Game Logs Career Postseason 1990 Mom, I know how my grandmother gets, my brother and I talk about her a lot, but this day doesnt happen without you. That drove me. Our last preseason game my rookie year, we were playing the Arizona Cardinals. You taught me everything I know about sports and a lot about life. I mean, we tried to pass it and throw it and kick it, and we couldn't do it. You know I could guard you. She said, no, son, I don't want that. She wanted to be in Bible study every Wednesday. Memorable quote: "I knew I had come to a crossroads in my life. Reggie used to come out all the time and I'd say, 'Reggie, can I have a[n] autograph?' I pop up, but I realize everything is black. My sister didn't know, my brother didn't know, but it raged. He regards Sterling as his motivation and most significant influence to play. ", Funniest line: "I did not have a lot of ability as a kid, and my dad wanted me to have everything that everybody else had. And I neglected my kids. You may not know this, but I was never supposed to be a Hall of Fame tight end or any kind of tight end, or even a Hall of Fame player. Speech summary: Humor was the prevailing theme in Shaq's speech. Dont hope someone gives you an opportunity, create one for yourself. And a lot of you guys here that's been here and a lot of you guys here in the Hall of Fame know what I'm talking about; living in the projects and trying to get out of the projects and, ah, I did that. He had three receptions for 40 yards in the game. I can tell you every time that my grandmother has ever been upset at me, I can tell you why. My sister didnt know, my brother didnt know, but it raged. The story of the Cowboys scout and prospect son Dallas just drafted, Legacy pick: Cardinals take great-great-nephew of team's first-ever draft pick. I remember eating possum. It's my turn to bring Mary Porter to life with my voice. And being here today to share with me this very special occasion. Shannon Sharpe and Deion Sanders delivered poignant, emotional Hall of Fame speeches on Saturday night, opening up and sharing a personal side with the world. A reporter once told me he could hear the tape recorder smiling when I got on a roll, but, please, don't let the persona overshadow the person. Zach Thomas, Miami Dolphins, (Fifth Round, Pick 154) Zach Thomas has finally been voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. But unfortunately, time doesnt permit that. I know my grandmother's proud. Like Magic [Johnson] says, 'By any means necessary.' I know some of you might be in awe of the number of years, but its the number of miles. She wanted to be in Bible study every Wednesday. Thanks for all the sacrifices youve made. Thanks, Coach Hall, for all your wisdom. Thats what got me here. The tone of the speech was more competitive than your typical Hall of Fame speech, as Jordan detailed some testy incidents with coaches and front-office personnel (namely former Bulls GM Jerry Krause) in which he was "correct." 1998 AFC Denver Broncos 23, New York Jets 10 What is it going to be this month? His cumulative social reach is over one billion . Currently Shannon co-hosts FS1's Undisputed and host's his own podcast, Club Shay Shay. [3rd] Most Pass Receptions, Season 73 (2001), [1st] Most Pass Receptions, Career 15 Last but not least, I think this is where I start to get emotional, my granny. He finished his speech by saying that everyone is a role model in our lives, whether positive or negative, and that we can learn something from everyone. Sharpe started at tight end. Speech summary: He wasn't talking about practice, man. And I remember it like yesterday, and it was 30 plus years ago. I definitely wouldn't be standing here. We knew Sharpe had a way with words -- we see that on shows pre-game football shows -- but to bottle it all up on the biggest night of his career and deliver in such a big way is impressive. Sterling, you are my hero, my father figure, my role model. [Tied for 3rd] Most Consecutive Games With a Pass Reception 18 (1991-2003), Broncos records held by Sharpe Thats all she wanted. Hall of Fame enshrinement speech of Shannon Sharpe, Super Bowl winning tight end for the Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens from from 1990-2003: Thank you, everyone. My sister, Libby, the caretaker of the family, my best friend, my sounding board, my biggest fan. Best. He broke down the night before, the moment he saw his older brother crying as Shannon formally put on the gold sports coat. She always called me her baby. Sharpe started at tight end. This isnt just a draft that builds the future, but a potential dynasty. 2,538 talking about this. My sister called me about 9:00 that Wednesday night. And on induction day, heartfelt speeches are given, typically to thank those most influential to the inductees. This day means so much to me because I get to share it with that guy right there. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Memorable quote: "I hope that someday the names of Satchel Paige and Josh Gibson in some way could be added as a symbol of the great Negro players that are not here only because they were not given the chance. Packers. One of my best friends that is already in the Hall of Fame is Michael Irvin. ", Funniest line: "Trey (Griffey's son), you're my little man, my partner in crime. Guys, I'm so honored to be a part of this. I asked her two things: I said, Granny, am I the man you thought I would be when you got on the train and you came to Chicago and got me at three months? Today I become the eighth member. Nobodys better, whether youre 1 or youre 267. John had never heard of Shannon Sharpe or Savannah State, but not only did he embrace me, he chose me as his go to guy. Sharpe eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark three times and twice had 10 TDs in a season. Nobody ever knew how much this five alarm fire raged inside of me. Sharpe started at tight end. It's no secret how Shannon Sharpe feels about his older brother Sterling, who he heaped endless praise on during his 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame speech. Shannon Sharpe on Terrell Owens declining to attend Hall of Fame induction | NFL | UNDISPUTED Skip and Shannon: UNDISPUTED 1.4M views 4 years ago Tony Gonzalez and Shannon discuss who. He had five receptions for 38 yards in the game. I remember getting ready to go to Savannah State with those two brown grocery bags in 1986, and a teammate of mine that was going to the very same school blew the horn at 2:00 in the afternoon on an August day. He's trained to bring clay to life with his hands. Youve been with my grandmother for 41 years. Dolphins' Jaelan Phillips, teammates inspired by mentoring incarcerated teens, What adding Odell Beckham Jr. would mean for the New York Jets, Extending Vikings star Justin Jefferson: what it could cost, possible sticking points. Then I asked her, "Are you proud?" He would pass me a pen with his name on it. It started to rain, and I remember driving to the stadium as it started to rain, and Im saying to myself, if were not going to throw the ball, how am I going to show what I can do? He was named first-team All-Pro and All-AFC in 1993, 1996, 1997 and 1998 and was selected to the NFLs All-Decade Team of the 1990s. 26. First, Id like to personally thank the 44 men and women that went to a room on February 5th and deemed my play on the field worthy of this prestigious honor. Thanks for all the sacrifices you've made. I just so happened to live across the hall from absolutely, positively, the greatest women's basketball player ever. He drives 65 miles one way to get to school. As the Greatest tight end to ever play the game spoke tonight at his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction, Sharpe saved his best for . Thanks, coach, Im glad you have a lousy memory. But he said if you play, play really hard so you have something on tape, so if we release you, someone else can say okay, this guy can play a little bit. I had to make a better way for my brothers, for my sister, for my mom. 2121 George Halas Drive, Canton, Ohio. [Tied for 1st] Most Pass Receptions, Game 13 (vs. L.A. See, my grandmother, if you give a man your word, you do what you say youre going to do. Memorable quote: "When you think of me, I would like you to remember that kid from the inner city that played the game with all his heart and never took the game for granted. When I did the special, we were going down, my brother and I were going down to shoot a special that Thursday. Up and Down arrows will open main level menus and toggle through sub tier links. When I came and I asked my grandmother, what do you want? I remember those days. And Phil Jackson said, 'Welcome to the Chicago Bulls.'". And I stood there for about 20 seconds and I could see her smiling. Sterling Sharpe comes to mind - played Wide Receiver for the Packers from 1988 to 1994 before a neck injury took him out of the game. Come pick me up and shake me. Thanks for being there for my grandmother and me. I made it. She hung the phone up. My sister called me about 9:00 that Wednesday night. I remember those days of putting those plastic coats on the bed and Im going to date myself and call them croaker sacks but now we call them burlap bags. At this moment, I'm extremely proud and excited where my 14 year NFL journey has taken me and my family. For 66 years, my grandmother never went to bed and had it rain and not be wet the next morning. One of my. ", Funniest line: "Greg Anthony, my compadre on NBA TV, I don't know if he's here or not, but I'm sure he'll get word of this. Long-time Denver Broncos TE Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio on Saturday night and he delivered one of the great all-time speeches we've ever seen. I'm standing on the sideline, and I can see John walking toward me.
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