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Russell Wilson, the quarterback for the Denver Broncos in the NFL, kept up his weekly ritual of visiting a children’s hospital where, in addition to demonstrating his kindness, he also received a bit of inspiration and was grateful to Mount Sinai Pediatrics. Wilson, the Denver Broncos player, presented his faith and the goal of his Why Not You Foundation via a social media post, which, in turn, received a lot of public recognition in the form of compliments praising his continuous and unconditional philanthropic activities.
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Russell Wilson refers to it as a true blessing. Every Tuesday, or at least as long as his NFL schedule allows, the seasoned quarterback visits Mount Sinai Pediatrics in New York. His recent hospital post was simple and focused on what he was witnessing there. Wilson expressed the thought, ‘It is a great blessing to us because God’s love and healing power are miracles.’ He not only masterfully directed the attention towards the hospital and his Why Not You Foundation, the charity organization he operates with his wife, Ciara, but also indirectly implied that this is not an isolated incident but a never-ending struggle that is often unnoticed by the public due to Wilson’s high-profile sports career and the extraordinary nature of such events.
The feedback towards his latest visit was positive and came in large numbers immediately. Many comments were about his character’s consistency, both on the field and off. One person said, ‘week after week, this man is a blessing,’ which perfectly encapsulated the notion that these visits are already part of his lifestyle. Another observer pointed out the length of time involved, saying, ‘The wonderful thing I love about… he didn’t just do it a few times… he is always doing it. He has been doing this for years.’ This type of behavior has created a reservoir of goodwill and many people are ready to support Wilson if any negative criticism comes from outside of him. One comment said, ‘I do not care what anyone says about you man, you must be doing everything right if they keep talking…’
Wilson’s message was very religious in tone and it did resonate with his audience. The responses were full of opinions considering his actions as a direct extension of Wilson’s faith. ‘Doing the work of the Lord…. Amen King!!!’ one person said. ‘Sir, you are an extraordinary human being — infused with the Spirit of God,’ was the reply of another. There was again the religious appreciation that was inextricably linked to admiration for his personal qualities. Words like ‘a good man, a Godly man’ and ‘you’re a great human!’ were constantly repeated along the thread. The official account for Mount Sinai Pediatrics even added a comment, ‘Thank you for bringing joy to our patients and staff, Russell!’
While most people were praising his character there was also a strong, though implicit, support for his career as a sportsman, particularly among the fans who remember his glorious seasons. ‘My GOAT! Love to see Wilson still doing this. I surely miss him in Seattle,’ one fan of the former Seahawks expressed his discontent. Another comment just stated, ‘Walter Payton man of the year,’ in reference to the NFL’s most prestigious community service award. The mix of football fandom and respect for his philanthropy was clear when one post said, ‘You’ve won both on and off the field.’ His recent family moments at a Giants cookout also highlight his life off the field.
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Russell Wilson’s Tuesday visits have become a small yet significant aspect of his public image. In a frequently numbers and contracts-based world of sports, the player’s unwavering service mentality provides a different story. The reaction to his post shows that for a large number of people these acts are as important as his legacy and are part of his legacy just like any touchdown pass. The quarterback’s commitment provides a regular and human contrast to the volatility of professional sports and also reminds the fans that some victories occur out of the stadium’s stunning lights.
This story originally appeared on Celebrityinsider
