This week, Chiefs Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Florida State Seminoles and college football legend Charlie Ward.
In his interview with Easton Jr., Ward discussed his support for The Wuerffel Foundation at the Pickle Bowl: Heisman Edition event at Life Time Pickleball NYC. He also shared his thoughts on Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, drawing comparisons to another legendary Super Bowl-winning quarterback.
“Danny Wuerffel and his foundation go into pickleball, and I’m just happy to be able to support him. I’m just here for him,” said Ward. “That’s what this is all about: being able to support each other and our different endeavors. So, those were great calls and an excellent opportunity to get guys together. Happy to be here. ”
Ward joined fellow Heisman award winners Tim Tebow, Cam Newton, Eric Crouch, and Johnny Rodgers, with pickleball pros Ryan Sherry and Kate Fahey for the event. The Wuerffel Foundation’s mission is to inspire greater service and unity in communities.
Wuerffel counsels and mentors community leaders in under-resourced neighborhoods across the United States and helps facilitate introductions to philanthropically-minded supporters.
Super grateful for an amazing PickleBowl: Heisman Edition!
Thanks so much to all who made this happen to support our work @WuerffelFdn @WuerffelTrophy @HeismanTrophy @TimTebow @CameronNewton pic.twitter.com/qSLP8mniJ0— Danny Wuerffel (@DannyWuerffel) December 15, 2024
The former 1993 Heisman winner notably chose a long career in the NBA instead of the NFL and was initially considered by the Chiefs as a potential backup to then-quarterback Joe Montana. He stood his ground in preferring a higher NFL draft selection, so he couldn’t guarantee to join training camp since he would eventually become a first-round selection of the New York Knicks.
“I don’t support one team. I support friends, people I know, but it’s hard not to support Patrick Mahomes,” Ward explained. “He’s very Tom Brady-ish, and it’s hard to beat the guy, no matter who you put in front of him or who is on his team. Those are the kind of guys that are generational going for Super Bowl number three.”
Ward may not openly support any team, but he appreciates Mahomes’ accomplishments as he seeks an unprecedented three-peat.
The following links provide more information on Pickle Bowl and The Wuerffel Foundation.
