Former NFL punter and current radio personality Pat McAfee shared a heartfelt tribute to the late Ryan Mallett, recounting a memorable encounter with the former Arkansas quarterback. McAfee reminisced about spending time with Mallett and professional golfer John Daly, even recalling a moment where the trio shared a song. This connection stemmed from Mallett and Daly's shared Razorback background.
Mallett tragically drowned off the coast of Florida, a stark reminder of life's fragility. McAfee emphasized the importance of appreciating each day, noting that Mallett's passing underscores the need to let go of negativity and embrace the present. "I assume that nobody thought whenever they went to the beach yesterday, and got in the ocean, that they were gonna come back with one less person," McAfee poignantly remarked.
He urged his audience to cherish the opportunity to wake up each morning and approach life with a positive outlook, acknowledging that not every day will be perfect, but emphasizing the importance of perseverance. "Let’s try to enjoy every day. I know there’s going to be times where life kicks you right in the balls...but let’s remember — if you can’t control it, who gives a f---? Let’s keep it moving here."
McAfee and Mallett both had successful NFL careers, McAfee as a punter for the Indianapolis Colts and Mallett as a quarterback for the New England Patriots, Houston Texans, and Baltimore Ravens. Their shared time in professional football added another layer to McAfee's touching remembrance.
