Dominate the Super Bowl-Chapter 1577 - 1576: Every Move and Gesture

Now, truly standing under the spotlight, I finally understand what it means to be favored by the heavens, and why people always say that the NFL is the real test.

It’s hard to believe this is just the Rookie Training Camp.

"...Ah, you say we’re both rookies, why is there such a gap between people?"

CeeDee Lamb, the wide receiver from the University of Oklahoma, nudged Jalen Hurts on the shoulder next to him, looking at the lively scene surrounded by layers, full of envy.

Looking around at the wide empty space near them, not even media reporters, let alone young players from other schools, paid attention to them.

Lamb let out a painful groan.

But Hurts didn’t lift his eyes, silently unresponsive; if you truly believe this teammate nicknamed "lamb" is as meek as a lamb, you’re bound to suffer.

Like a certain rookie.

Lamb didn’t get a response, feeling somewhat frustrated, he teased again, "I’m nothing, no matter how valuable a wide receiver is, in front of a quarterback, it’s always less, but since you’re both quarterbacks, why is there such a big difference between you?"

Hurts remained unflustered, "Because we lost."

Lamb choked, "Will you die if you don’t tear off the scab?"

Hurts, "I won’t die, but I will lose the game again and lose the championship again. If you forget the loss, you’ll never improve, and you’ll keep losing next time."

Lamb stared wide-eyed, not retrieving any savings, he fiercely bumped into Hurts, "Damn it, you’re a freak."

Hurts muttered, "That’s because you haven’t seen a rookie."

Lamb didn’t hear clearly, "Who? Who did you just mention?"

Hurts did not respond—

Hurts, the quarterback from the University of Oklahoma, lost to Burrow-led Louisiana State University in the semifinals of the national championship.

Then in the Heisman Trophy selection, Hurts lost to Burrow again, succumbing to second place and hitting the headlines in a humiliating manner:

Burrow claimed the Heisman Trophy with the most votes in history and the largest margin, while Hurts was the unlucky one who suffered the humiliating defeat.

Logically speaking, as the Heisman Trophy runner-up, Hurts should’ve been in sight and on scouting lists, but why is there absolutely no buzz?

Hurts, former quarterback at the University of Alabama, witnessed firsthand as a freshman the sudden rise of "Edgerunner"; however, his performance remained poor, and in his junior year, he was replaced by Tua Tagovailoa, losing the starting position.

When Li Wei and Josh Jacobs made it to the league and shined brightly, Hurts still struggled in the mud.

By then, Hurts had completed all his credits, graduating a year early, with dim hopes of entering the professional league; if nothing unexpected happened, he would leave the football field to seek another career and start a new life.

But he didn’t, because he saw the experience of Ronnie Clark; he saw how Clark pursued his dreams and entered the professional league in another way.

Hurts chose to draw courage from despair, transferring in his senior year to the University of Oklahoma.

Everything started from scratch.

That year, Hurts performed well, securing the starting position through his own effort, accumulating experience and transforming his mentality, coupled with the right tactical system, Hurts gained recognition, which led to him being shortlisted for the Heisman Trophy and even claiming second place.

However, being crushed in the national championship semifinals by Burrow, utterly defenseless, seemingly reverted overnight.

Like Cinderella, at the stroke of midnight, the magic disappeared, the glamorous dresses vanished, and he became that struggling ugly duckling once more.

Then...there was no more then.

The terrible performance on the national championship stage instantly erased his efforts during the regular season; the brief tenure at the University of Oklahoma couldn’t compare to three years of struggle at the University of Alabama. After comprehensive consideration, scouts concluded that Hurts didn’t possess the key to becoming a top quarterback.

Not only the scouts, but teams, rookies also looked at Hurts differently.

Yet, Hurts stayed extraordinarily calm.

Unfazed and composed, Hurts wasn’t sure if the rookie remembered him, but he still firmly retained the rookie’s teachings.

For instance, he needs to remember defeat, feel that discomfort and pain, and then turn this bitterness into motivation for training.

For instance, he needs to candidly acknowledge others’ excellence and his own weaknesses, because acknowledging oneself is the first step towards growth; only by truly understanding his shortfalls can he enhance and progress.

Hurts admits that he’s indeed inferior to Burrow at present; however, the professional league is a marathon, not a sprint, being behind now doesn’t mean being behind forever, he should focus on the future.

As for the gossip, did the rookie care?

No, he never did, "Never care about the views of irrelevant people because they have absolutely no relation to your life."

Hurts is doing the same now, staying calm and focused, silently working in a corner unnoticed.

He isn’t concerned about the draft position, the first round is great, but fifth or sixth round doesn’t matter either, even if undrafted; because he knows he won’t give up, he knows he refuses to surrender, he’ll fight to the end, just like the rookie.

"Hur, rookie!"

Without warning, a shriek echoed from the crowd.

Magically, after that scream, silence fell abruptly across the scene. The massive Lucas Oil Stadium crowded with thousands was suddenly soundless, countless eyes converged towards the same direction, breathless.

That was Li Wei.

No words needed, no introduction required, not even applauds or cheers, merely an appearance, Li Wei effortlessly captured all the spotlight.

A light blue shirt paired with jeans, topped with a blue and black NASA flight jacket, sleeves casually rolled up, revealing a Rolex on his wrist, that was the entire outfit. Not particularly grand, seemingly just out for a casual stroll, yet the aura channeling from his every gesture captivated all eyes.

Other professional players piled themselves with gold and jewels, flaunting lavish wealth, yet Li Wei was utterly free from that.

Simplicity.

Yet, the natural elegance and flair, so captivating, wherever he went became the focus, as if carrying a personal spotlight.

Surrounded by Li Wei, accompanied personally by League President Goodell and Kansas City Chiefs General Manager Veach, along with a staff flock, every media flashed shifted immediately towards him, leaving Burrow thoroughly overshadowed, untended, falling from paradise to worldly grounds instantly.

Lamb secretly returned, "Haha, look at Burrow’s expression, he’s so mad his nose is going crooked."

"But."

The focus only lingered briefly on Burrow, but Lamb couldn’t help but still gaze at Li Wei.

"That is a star."

One lament and everything falls silent, rendering words dull suddenly.