An Amazing Whose Attitude is Even More Spectacular Than His Wins

Jerry Kramer, at 82, finally made it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, after having been a finalist 11 times over his illustrious career (including this time). But what makes him truly an “Amazing,” isn’t his Hall of Fame win, as terrific as that is, but his attitude. In his remarkable induction speech, he never once referred to the many times he didn’t make it into the Hall of Fame, instead he profusely thanked and acknowledged his mentors and coaches.

His is the quintessential “can do” story. It is best summed up in his own words at the conclusion to his acceptance speech: “There was a fellow by the name of William Jennings Bryan who was a warrior and a really brilliant man. He said, ‘Success in life is not so much a matter of chance as it is a matter of choice.’ We choose to do the right thing and we choose not to do the right thing. So a great deal in life is a matter of choice. Coach Lombardi, to sum it all up, after the game is over, the stadium lights are out, the parking lot’s empty, you’re back in the quiet of your room, championship ring is on the dresser, the only thing left at this time is for you to lead a life of quality and excellence and make this world a little bit better place because you were in it. You can if you will, you can if you will. Thank you.”

Thank YOU, Jerry!

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