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Eagles Fan Gets Ultimate Trade From Tom Brady, Kevin Hart

Author Andie Summers

A young Eagles fan got the ultimate trade from Tom Brady and it involved Kevin Hart. This is the stuff dreams are made of …

What would you do if Tom Brady offered to pay $1,000 for the shirt off your back? How about if that shirt was actually your favorite NFL player’s jersey? And then, what if Brady threw in one of his rookie cards? That is a tough offer to pass up, even if you love to hate Tom Brady, as many Philadelphians do. But that is exactly what happened to one young Eagles fan recently. You have to read this story …

Eagles fan makes ultimate trade with Tom Brady

It happened in Linwood, New Jersey at the Fanatics’ first Topps Hobby Rip Night called Wax, Packs, and Throwbacks. The night was supposed to be a cool event where sports fans were able to look, trade, and buy cards and other collectibles. And that is what seemed to be happening until (hear the needle scratch off the record) Tom Brady, Kevin Hart, and Travis Scott showed up.

WHAT?!

Yep! According to People, those in attendance were shocked! But the highlight of the event happened when Tom Brady zeroed in on a young Eagles fan wearing a  Devonta Smith jersey. If you watch the Instagram video below, you can see it go down.

Tom Brady offered Gavin, who is described as a local regular, $1,000 for the Devonta Smith jersey he was wearing. And then sweetened the deal with a Tom Brady rookie card.

AMAZING! But the story gets better …

Word is, Brady gave the jersey to Philadelphia native and Eagles super-fan Kevin Hart!

 

The Average NFL Waterboy Gets Paid More Than You, And If Their Team Wins The Super Bowl - They Get A Ring

I’m not sure which rabbit hole I was going down when I learned this information. But when a team wins the Super Bowl, the members of the staff usually all get a ring, too. Then I started looking into salaries. That’s when I ran across what an NFL Waterboy makes.

First of all, let’s discuss duties. The waterboy’s primary job is to keep players hydrated. Along with water, they provide towels and whatever else coaches and players may need. They also need to stay out of the way. And despite the name, NFL Waterboys are not limited to men. There’s plenty of women doing the job as well. The main qualifications seem to be a high school diploma, some football knowledge, and ambition. And to be in shape. The waterboy is constantly moving during practices and games to ensure everyone gets that high quality H2O.

Waterboys aren’t also totally anonymous, either. According to fanbuzz, “Even a United States president–Herbert Hoover–once served as a waterboy. In fact, he was the first of these hydration experts in Stanford University history. The most famous of all time is without a doubt Adam Sandler’s character, Bobby Boucher, from “The Waterboy.”

There’s some extra perks, too. Players sometimes give them game-worn items as gifts. Ok, enough stalling. How much does an NFL Waterboy get paid?

 

 

  • NFL Waterboy Salary: $53,000.

    But this does vary by team. And some waterboys are unpaid interns that at best receive a stipend. But the Career Explorer Guide lists the average salary as 53K a year. It may be even more now. Back in 2019, Chad Ochocinco verified that number in a tweet.

     

  • And there's perks, too.

    As an employee of an NFL you’re entitled to benefits plus two free tickets per year for each employee. Players also gift out souvenirs like game worn items. Plus some clout when your Tik Tok is loaded with vids from your job. Probably should keep that to a minimum, though. Focus on the job, not your phone. 

  • Rather work indoors?

    Data shows NBA towel and ball boys they earn an average of $55,000 – $60,000 annually. When LeBron broke the all time scoring record and they stopped the game, someone handed him a towel. That’s someone’s job!

  • Sign me up - I want in.

    The best way is to know someone. Or to start off small and build your relationships and resumes. I found this site helpful:

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  • But remember, when it comes to hydration, Gatorade is better

Andie Summers has been the morning show host on XTU for the past 25 years. She is a two-time CMA Major Market Personality of the Year winner and two-time Gracie Award recipient from the Alliance for Women in Media. As a content creator for XTU, Andie enjoys sharing parenting and travel tips, and loves helping you shop online with Must Haves.

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