Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 1577 Every Move

Now, standing truly in the spotlight, I finally understand what it means to be a chosen one, and why people always say that the NFL is the real test.

It's hard to believe that this is just a rookie training camp.

"...Ah, you mean, they're all rookies, so why is there such a big difference between them?"

Oklahoma wide receiver CeeDee-Lamb nudged Jalen Hertz on the shoulder, looking at the bustling scene with envy.

Looking around them, the area was completely empty. Not only were there no media reporters, but even young players from other schools didn't take them seriously.

Lamb let out a painful howl.

But Hertz didn't even look up, remaining silent. If this teammate, nicknamed "Lamb," really thought he was as docile as a lamb, he was destined to suffer.

Just like a certain newbie.

Lamb received no response and, somewhat annoyed, added sarcastically, "I'm fine, no matter how valuable a wide receiver is, they're still a liability against a quarterback. But you're both quarterbacks, so why is there such a big difference between you two?"

Hertz remained calm and unfazed, saying, "Because we lost."

Lamb choked, "Would you die if you didn't expose my wounds?"

Hertz said, "You won't die, but you'll lose games and lose championships again. If you dwell on your losses, you'll never improve and you'll keep losing next time."

Lamb's eyes widened. He hadn't even gotten his money back. He shoved Hertz hard. "Damn it, you're a pervert."

Hertz muttered, "That's because you've never seen a rookie."

Lamb didn't hear clearly. "Who? Who did you just say?"

Hertz did not respond.

Hertz, the University of Oklahoma quarterback, led his team to a loss in the NCAA Championship semifinals to Louisiana State University, led by Burrow.

Subsequently, in the Heisman Prize selection, Hertz lost to Burrow again, coming in second place, and making headlines in a humiliating manner:

Burrow won the Heisman Prize with the most votes in history and the largest lead over the second place, while Hertz was the unfortunate one who suffered a humiliating defeat.

Logically speaking, Hertz, as the runner-up of the Heisman Award, should at least have come into the public eye and been included in the scouting list, but why did he make no splash at all?

Hertz, the former quarterback at the University of Alabama, was a freshman who partnered with Levi and witnessed the emergence of the "fringe player" on the front lines. However, Hertz's performance was consistently poor, and in his junior year, he was replaced by Tenovaloa and lost his starting position.

While Levi and Josh Jacobs entered the league and shone brightly, Hertz was still struggling in the mud.

At that time, Hertz had completed all his credits and graduated a year early. His hopes of entering the professional league were slim. If nothing unexpected happened, he would leave the football field and find another career to start a new life.

But he didn't, because he saw Ronnie Clark's experience; he saw how Clark pursued his dream and entered the professional league in a different way.

Hertz chose to take a gamble and, in his senior year, transferred to the University of Oklahoma.

Everything starts from the beginning.

That year, Hertz performed well, earning a starting position through his own efforts. With the accumulation of experience and the transformation of his mentality, coupled with a suitable tactical system, Hertz won a series of accolades, which is why he was shortlisted for the Heisman Award and even won second place.

However, he was completely outmatched by Burrow in the semifinals of the U.S. Championship, seemingly brought back to his former glory overnight.

Just like Cinderella, when midnight arrived, the magic vanished, the glamorous clothes disappeared, and he was once again the struggling ugly duckling. And then... there was no more.

His poor performance at the National Championship Game wiped out his efforts in the regular season. Oklahoma's performance in just one season was no match for Alabama's three years of struggle. After comprehensive evaluation, scouts concluded that Hertz did not have the key to becoming a top quarterback.

Not only the scouts, but also the team and other rookies looked at Hertz differently again.

However, Hertz remained very calm.

Calm and composed, Hertz wasn't sure if the rookie remembered him, but he still kept the rookie's guidance firmly in mind.

For example, he needs to remember the defeat, to firmly remember the pain and suffering that followed, and then turn that bitterness into motivation for training.

For example, he needs to frankly acknowledge the excellence of others and his own shortcomings, because facing oneself is the first step to growth. Only by truly understanding one's own deficiencies and shortcomings can one improve and progress in the future.

Hertz admits that he is not as good as Burro right now; however, professional leagues are a marathon, not a 100-meter sprint. His current lagging behind does not mean he will always be lagging behind. He should focus on the future.

As for those idle gossips, did the newbie ever care?
No, never, never. "Never care about the opinions of insignificant people, because they have nothing to do with your life."

Hertz is doing the same thing now: staying calm, staying focused, and working hard quietly in a corner where no one is watching.

He doesn't care about his draft position. The first round is good, very good; but the fifth or sixth round doesn't matter either. Even if he's not drafted, he doesn't need to care because he knows he won't give up. He knows he refuses to surrender and he will fight to the end, just like a rookie.

"Huh, newbie!"

Without warning, a scream came from the crowd.

But miraculously, the next second after the screams, the scene fell silent. The huge Lucas Oil Stadium, which was crowded with thousands of people, was completely silent. All eyes were focused in the same direction, and people involuntarily held their breath.

That's Li Wei.

No words were needed, no introductions were required, not even applause or cheers were needed; Li Wei simply stole the spotlight with his entrance.

A light blue shirt paired with jeans, topped with a dark blue NASA pilot jacket, the sleeves casually rolled up to reveal a Rolex watch on his wrist—that was his entire outfit. It wasn't particularly formal; it seemed like he was just going out to buy something. But the aura he exuded with every gesture firmly captured everyone's attention.

Other professional players would love to wear all their gold and jewels to show off their luxury and prestige, but Li Wei did not.

Simplify the complex.

However, the natural elegance and grace he exudes are so captivating that he becomes the center of attention wherever he goes, as if he carries a spotlight with him wherever he goes.

Surrounding Levi was league commissioner Goodell, Kansas City Chiefs general manager Vicki, and a host of staff. All the media's flashbulbs immediately turned to him, and Burrow was completely forgotten, ignored by everyone, falling from heaven to earth in an instant.

Lamb quietly returned, "Haha, look at Boro's expression, his nose is practically crooked."

"but."

Lamb's gaze lingered on Boro for only a moment before he couldn't help but look at Levi.

"That's a true superstar."

A sigh, and it ends abruptly, rendering all other words pale in comparison.

(End of this chapter)