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NFL Stars Kittle, Garrett Honor Kobe Bryant's Legacy
9 Jun
Summary
- George Kittle cited Kobe Bryant as inspiration for playing sports.
- Myles Garrett expressed admiration for Kobe Bryant at Dodgers game.
- Super Bowl LXI is scheduled to be played at the Rams' home stadium.
The profound impact of the late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant continues to resonate within the sports world, particularly among NFL stars. San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has previously stated that Bryant was a significant inspiration for his athletic pursuits. More recently, Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett, the NFL's reigning Defensive Player of the Year, echoed similar sentiments.
Garrett, who recently joined the Rams from the Cleveland Browns after nine seasons, expressed his deep respect for Bryant. He shared his admiration while throwing out the first pitch at a Los Angeles Dodgers game, highlighting Bryant's lasting influence. The timing of Garrett's move to the Rams is notable, as Super Bowl LXI is slated to be played at SoFi Stadium, the Rams' home venue.
