12-01-2022, 06:17 PM
(This post was last modified: 12-02-2022, 01:34 AM by Aneeqs. Edited 1 time in total.)
(Let's go ahead and use that 2x First gen bonus, I devoted at least 3 of my 5 braincells to this.)
A walking mountain at 6’3, 325 pounds, Big McLarge Huge felt a surge of pride as he stepped off the bus, tires breathing a sigh of relief, ready to prove himself to the endless amount of scouts that would be at the combine.
Tucked away in his pocket was an article he’d attempted to read countless times, he could make out a few words however what truly filled him with confidence was the picture of his first game winning kick his Freshman year in college. His family read it to him once, it was an article describing his journey to where he stood today.
Big would never forget the memories he made in college, he graduated with his major in engineering, however, anyone having spoken to the man knew this to be a feat in line with teaching a cat to fly a kite. But no one outside of the compliance department investigating the circumstances of his graduation could take that away from him.
He knew he couldn’t do this forever, but until his knees buckled and gave out under the strain he had the determination to see it through to the end. He would give everything he had for this game and hoped in return it would continue to give him a sense of belonging and purpose.
Big patted his pocket, smiled and walked into the arena. Ready to face whatever challenges that may lie before him as he had every time leading up to this point.
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Lexington, KY. (AP) Reporters and cameramen swarmed around new Kentucky Wildcat Freshman Big Mclarge Huge, his teammates passing by nonchalantly.
Several slowed to a leisurely pace, eager to hear their Kicker speak to reporters. One cried out, “I see you, Big!”, of course it was quite impossible not to. A hulking behemoth of a man, he took up more space than one would be comfortable with.
Big began to feel a sort of pressure that comes with a clutch game winning kick.
“I kick ball good” said Big, never one to wax poetic, this dimwitted man knew his intellect mattered little, only his ability to put the ball between the uprights. “Wind slow, ball flew.”
Big was called up to become Kentucky’s place kicker after the previous Wildcat kicker suffered a concussion during a practice kick that saw the ball shank hard and ricochet off a pole back into his face. Even though Big performed as well as his predecessor during summer camp and exhibitions, starting a rookie is always a risky gamble, but after the game, no one is doubting anymore.
“During the first few days of summer camp, we knew” one teammate said. “It was shocking, dude has a railgun for a leg.”
Big was perfect on 3 field-goal attempts inside the 60 during summer camp, including a 51 yarder. Big’s sole miss was from 61 yards out. He also managed to put 6 of 7 kickoffs through the uprights on kickoff.
Practice this morning was also impressive, hitting on 15 of 17 tries between 30 and 50 yards.
Even prior to the injury there was always a chance that the Wildcats would give the Freshman the nod depending on performance.
“He won’t make every kick because who does, of course we’ll have missed opportunities” his coach said, “But from what I saw today, he can handle the pressure. Maybe he’s just too dumb to understand the situation but whatever it is, we’re going to go with him moving forward as we believe he gives us the best chance to win in clutch situations just like that.”
Big originally wanted to play Center in college, however life as it usually does had different plans. His high school his coach had no choice but to use him as an emergency kicker after observing him kicking empty jars of mayonnaise one day after school in the parking lot, no one dared ask him why.
After managing to go 3 of 4, Big’s coach asked him to switch positions, feeling his ability to launch the rock home with his foot was more valuable than watching him fail to snap the ball for the 6th time in a half. “It just made sense, I don’t want to speak ill of anyone’s effort but there was no way we could keep him in at center after watching that display.”
Big decided to make the switch and after working with his former coach after school, found success in his new position and eventually found himself on the radar of college scouts.
“Felt good each time kick ball” Big said. “People cheer, points scored”
The Wildcats spotted Big early, their Special Teams Coach already in town visiting family, decided to catch a game. “I was shocked by how a man his size was able to absolutely launch the ball effortlessly.” He said candidly. “Within a couple of weeks we had already reached out and asked if he had any offers at the next level, he had no clue what we were talking about of course. So it definitely took a bit of effort to bridge that…” he paused, contemplating his words carefully “…conversational gap.”
Most scouts felt that his success was not sustainable, his size would be limiting at the next level or his inability to comprehend trick plays. However, the Wildcats pulled the trigger and offered him a spot on the roster which Big was all too happy to accept. “I can keep kick ball” he said sheepishly.
“It’s an inspirational story, a true tale of how anyone can succeed as long as they find their talent and their passion.” The Wildcat head coach said. “I have no doubts he’ll be able to succeed on the pro level but until then, we’re happy to have him.”
And Big is happy to be there, finding himself for the second time the beneficiary of unfortunate injury, teammates slapped his helmet and celebrated his walk off field goal, a bright smile flashed across his face. He knew he had found his place in the world, at least for now.
A walking mountain at 6’3, 325 pounds, Big McLarge Huge felt a surge of pride as he stepped off the bus, tires breathing a sigh of relief, ready to prove himself to the endless amount of scouts that would be at the combine.
Tucked away in his pocket was an article he’d attempted to read countless times, he could make out a few words however what truly filled him with confidence was the picture of his first game winning kick his Freshman year in college. His family read it to him once, it was an article describing his journey to where he stood today.
Big would never forget the memories he made in college, he graduated with his major in engineering, however, anyone having spoken to the man knew this to be a feat in line with teaching a cat to fly a kite. But no one outside of the compliance department investigating the circumstances of his graduation could take that away from him.
He knew he couldn’t do this forever, but until his knees buckled and gave out under the strain he had the determination to see it through to the end. He would give everything he had for this game and hoped in return it would continue to give him a sense of belonging and purpose.
Big patted his pocket, smiled and walked into the arena. Ready to face whatever challenges that may lie before him as he had every time leading up to this point.
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Lexington, KY. (AP) Reporters and cameramen swarmed around new Kentucky Wildcat Freshman Big Mclarge Huge, his teammates passing by nonchalantly.
Several slowed to a leisurely pace, eager to hear their Kicker speak to reporters. One cried out, “I see you, Big!”, of course it was quite impossible not to. A hulking behemoth of a man, he took up more space than one would be comfortable with.
Big began to feel a sort of pressure that comes with a clutch game winning kick.
“I kick ball good” said Big, never one to wax poetic, this dimwitted man knew his intellect mattered little, only his ability to put the ball between the uprights. “Wind slow, ball flew.”
Big was called up to become Kentucky’s place kicker after the previous Wildcat kicker suffered a concussion during a practice kick that saw the ball shank hard and ricochet off a pole back into his face. Even though Big performed as well as his predecessor during summer camp and exhibitions, starting a rookie is always a risky gamble, but after the game, no one is doubting anymore.
“During the first few days of summer camp, we knew” one teammate said. “It was shocking, dude has a railgun for a leg.”
Big was perfect on 3 field-goal attempts inside the 60 during summer camp, including a 51 yarder. Big’s sole miss was from 61 yards out. He also managed to put 6 of 7 kickoffs through the uprights on kickoff.
Practice this morning was also impressive, hitting on 15 of 17 tries between 30 and 50 yards.
Even prior to the injury there was always a chance that the Wildcats would give the Freshman the nod depending on performance.
“He won’t make every kick because who does, of course we’ll have missed opportunities” his coach said, “But from what I saw today, he can handle the pressure. Maybe he’s just too dumb to understand the situation but whatever it is, we’re going to go with him moving forward as we believe he gives us the best chance to win in clutch situations just like that.”
Big originally wanted to play Center in college, however life as it usually does had different plans. His high school his coach had no choice but to use him as an emergency kicker after observing him kicking empty jars of mayonnaise one day after school in the parking lot, no one dared ask him why.
After managing to go 3 of 4, Big’s coach asked him to switch positions, feeling his ability to launch the rock home with his foot was more valuable than watching him fail to snap the ball for the 6th time in a half. “It just made sense, I don’t want to speak ill of anyone’s effort but there was no way we could keep him in at center after watching that display.”
Big decided to make the switch and after working with his former coach after school, found success in his new position and eventually found himself on the radar of college scouts.
“Felt good each time kick ball” Big said. “People cheer, points scored”
The Wildcats spotted Big early, their Special Teams Coach already in town visiting family, decided to catch a game. “I was shocked by how a man his size was able to absolutely launch the ball effortlessly.” He said candidly. “Within a couple of weeks we had already reached out and asked if he had any offers at the next level, he had no clue what we were talking about of course. So it definitely took a bit of effort to bridge that…” he paused, contemplating his words carefully “…conversational gap.”
Most scouts felt that his success was not sustainable, his size would be limiting at the next level or his inability to comprehend trick plays. However, the Wildcats pulled the trigger and offered him a spot on the roster which Big was all too happy to accept. “I can keep kick ball” he said sheepishly.
“It’s an inspirational story, a true tale of how anyone can succeed as long as they find their talent and their passion.” The Wildcat head coach said. “I have no doubts he’ll be able to succeed on the pro level but until then, we’re happy to have him.”
And Big is happy to be there, finding himself for the second time the beneficiary of unfortunate injury, teammates slapped his helmet and celebrated his walk off field goal, a bright smile flashed across his face. He knew he had found his place in the world, at least for now.