Here I was thinking that Charles Woodson would step to the podium with his usually easy swagger and deliver a confident speech. Then CWood did what CWood has always done; he stepped up and grabbed us all by the heart and didn’t let go.
With his mother on the stage following her introduction for him, Woodson proceeded to sing some of the Boyz II Men song ‘Mama’ to her. Then he looked back at her and she mouthed “I love you” and blew him a kiss.
That was 20 seconds in and Woodson was already starting to lose it. And we all lost it right along with him. In the best possible way. He captivated the audience. Just as he did on a football field from as far back as High School.
Watch the whole thing. Have some tissues handy. Thank me later.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_X2LkZNEkVo
If you aren’t weeping right now, you may want to check your pulse.
Now go call your mom.