After watching on the sidelines as his Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers, running back LeSean McCoy made sure to honor Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.
McCoy notably donned a No.8 Lakers jersey –which Kobe wore in the early part of his career — while celebrating with the team. He noted that he lost an “idol” and a “friend” and it was his way to show him love.
LeSean put a Kobe jersey on after the Super Bowl win: "I lost my idol and I lost my friend. I'm showing him love.” 🙏
(via @FOXSports)
pic.twitter.com/4BDeiSGDYG— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 3, 2020
Kobe tragically passed away last Sunday in a helicopter accident that also took the lives of his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna and seven other passengers.
It is worth noting that the NFL paid tribute to Kobe Bryant and the victims of the crash on Sunday, with the Chiefs and 49ers even lining up at their respective 24-yard lines pregame to honor the Lakers great.
Hall of Famer Chris Doleman, who passed away this week after a long battle with cancer, was also remembered ahead of the kickoff. The former Minnesota Vikings player was known to be a dominant defensive end.
Unfortunately for LeSean McCoy, he was not able to suit up for the Chiefs after he was listed as inactive for the big game. The 31-year-old was also inactive for the AFC Championship Game and played only one snap in the postseason.
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