Christmas is in the rearview mirror, but the spirit of the season lives on thanks to the kindness we show to others. Sometimes, we need someone to lead by example when it comes to living up to the meaning of the holidays, and this year, Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt did his best Rudolph impersonation by showing the way.
On Sunday, a video was posted on Twitter of a young fan opening up his Christmas gift to reveal a photograph of Hyatt, which the child admired in wonder for a moment before breaking down into tears of joy. The Vols receiver took notice of this touching moment, retweeting the video with the quote, “I love it! Somebody find me his parents info. I got a gift for him! Merry Christmas!”
I love it! Somebody find me his parents info. I got a gift for him! Merry Christmas! https://t.co/tqdV5PYLDX
— Jalin Hyatt (@jalinhyatt) December 25, 2022
Apparently, the boy is a big fan of the Tennessee standout. Hyatt’s father, Jaime, also quote-retweeted the video with his personal assurance that there is still more in store for the young fan.
Have already contacted the family. Don’t worry little man, your Christmas isn’t over yet. 😎🎁
We still get the same way! That’s love!
Merry Christmas 🎄 https://t.co/3hRoli8B3V
— Jamie Hyatt (@coach_hyatt) December 25, 2022
There were no updates after those tweets, but we can all assume this story came to a happy ending. Hopefully, everyone on Rocky Top had a warm and happy holidays as well.
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