The Miami Dolphins have a number of leaders around their locker room who provide different things and lead in different ways.
Some are more vocal while others show it with their work. For running back Jeff Wilson Jr., it’s a bit of both.
On Friday, Wilson was given the opportunity to give the pre-game speech before the Dolphins’ battle with the New York Jets, and he got the group fired up.
This week, defensive lineman Christian Wilkins was asked about the pre-game speeches. How are they chosen, and how does he feel about Wilson’s?
“It’s kind of just like a vibe thing, but it’s nice when Jeff gets in there because he’s a psycho,” Wilkins said. “I love Jeff. I love hearing from him. He’s all ball and I don’t know who pisses him off before every game or before he touches the ball, but it’s a fun thing to watch him play.”
Wilson is one of those leaders who can pump guys up with his voice and his play.
On the field, he’s a force. He hits holes hard and forces defenders to consider whether they truly want to take on the responsibility of trying to bring him down.
jeff wilson jr angry run @KyleBrandt pic.twitter.com/96ECgPzAVS
— josh houtz (@houtz) November 13, 2022
So, while some may not enjoy being labeled a “psycho” by their teammate, in this case, it’s a term of endearment.
