Joe Burrow Gave Saints WR Michael Thomas His Jersey After LSU Beat Clemson
By Jerry Trotta
Once upon a time in 2015, Joe Burrow and Michael Thomas were teammates at Ohio State, where they established a close friendship.
Therefore, it was no surprise that the New Orleans Saints' superstar wideout had a touching message for LSU's stud quarterback ahead of Monday night's national championship game bout against Clemson.
Louisiana needs a championship. And I’m excited to witness my boy @Joe_Burrow10 bring them one. One of the greatest motivational stories in sports for young athletes you have to respect it!
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) January 13, 2020
Preach, Thomas!
Burrow's improbable surge to becoming a no-brainer top pick in the NFL Draft has been a delight to watch unfold.
The Heisman Trophy winner took Thomas' message to heart, and after his Tigers disposed of Clemson, Burrow gifted his former Buckeyes teammate his signed, game-worn jersey.
.@Cantguardmike got @Joe_Burrow10’s Jersey after last night’s National Championship game ⬇️
— SNF on NBC (@SNFonNBC) January 14, 2020
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Inject this right into our veins.
Burrow left a little message for Thomas as well saying, "They still can't guard you!!"
Given how highly Thomas values his relationship with Burrow, we wouldn't at all be surprised if his No.9 jersey is already framed and hanging inside Thomas' house. The Saints wideout took to social media to share his new memorabilia, clearly feeling pretty juiced about having received such a special gift.