Over the years, the NFL has gotten creative in finding ways to keep everyone involved throughout the NFL Draft weekend. One of his ways of doing that was for Commissioner Roger Goodell to read out the first round picks, then guests to announce the picks on the second day and his third day. This year, the Bucks will be represented by both longtime defensive lineman Will Golston and legendary professional wrestler Ric Flair.
The NFL is scheduled to announce Game 2 and Game 3 selections of former and current players on Friday night.
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Golston is expected to announce the Bucks’ second-round pick (No. 57) and their first third-round pick (No. 89).
It’s a special honor for the veteran defensive lineman. People who have recently renewed their contract with the bucks and This is his 12th season with the team..
But it means even more to him considering this year’s draft will be held in Detroit. The 32-year-old was born in Detroit and played college football at nearby Michigan State University in East Lansing, so Friday will feel like home for him.
When Gholston was asked, Latest edition of Pewter Report Podcast whether he was interested Signed with his hometown Lions this offseason Instead of returning to Tampa Bay for another year, he called himself a “Buccaneer man” and said he’d be better off not being that way. that It’s near my house.
“Consideration? We always consider options when we have options,” Gholston said. “But I don’t think I’d want to play anywhere else. That’s the real answer. I’m definitely a Buccaneer. And I think it’s too close to home. Here in Tampa, I still have a lot of privacy. Yes, I don’t think I would have had the same privacy if I had played in Detroit.
Nevertheless, it should be quite an experience for Golston, who has long been a great representative of the Bucs.
The Bucks’ other third-round pick apparently has some flair.
Three picks after Golston announced the Bucks’ first third-round pick, he will team up with Flair, a Hall of Fame pro wrestler who resides in Tampa.
The Rolex-wearing, diamond-ring-wearing, kiss-stealing, wheel-driving, limo-riding, jet-flying son of a gun announces Tampa Bay’s other third-round pick, No. 92 overall. . There’s some irony in the fact that the only designated player Gholston hasn’t made public is his jersey number, No. 92, but Flair’s appearance is sure to be a memorable moment.
This is not the first time ‘The Nature Boy’ has been involved with the Bucks in recent months. Back in January, He was the “captain of the crew” before Tampa Bay’s home playoff win over Philadelphia. He also appeared on ESPN before that game, picking the Bucks to beat the Eagles. That prediction came true, and the home team won 32-9.
Captain of the crew! Woooooo! @buccaneers pic.twitter.com/F1ug3cTFX0
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) January 16, 2024
Flair then expressed his respect for both the Bucs and quarterback Baker Mayfield following the season-ending loss to the Lions in the NFC divisional round.
.@Baker Mayfield, I’ve only met him once.As of today, I am with you @buccaneers! You played your best. You’re crazy! I live in Tampa. I don’t have your number. I want to spend time with you! You’re such a badass! I’m so proud to be… pic.twitter.com/kUbmFNJgtH
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) January 21, 2024
The over/under of the number of “WOO” numbers during Flair’s appearance is currently unknown, but if you’re the betting type, the over feels safe no matter what that number is.