Former NFL star Matt Hasselbeck, a three-time Pro Bowler with a Super Bowl under his belt, offers sage advice to Sam Darnold and Drake Maye as they prepare for their first Super Bowl starts. In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Hasselbeck shared his simple yet profound wisdom: 'Have fun.'
Hasselbeck's own journey includes a Super Bowl appearance with the Seattle Seahawks, where he led them against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite the loss, he emphasizes the importance of enjoying the experience, drawing from his father's Super Bowl victory with the Raiders. Hasselbeck's own success and enjoyment in the game stem from a carefree attitude, even when drafted by the Green Bay Packers, who were fresh off consecutive Super Bowls.
He advises Darnold and Maye to embrace the moment, take it one play at a time, and let loose. Despite their injuries, Hasselbeck encourages them to focus on the present, control what they can, and have fun. He stresses that there's no such thing as a 14-point touchdown and that looking ahead is futile. Instead, he urges them to cut loose and enjoy the game, no matter the outcome.
Both quarterbacks are listed as having injuries, adding to the challenge of facing formidable defenses. The Seahawks, with the fewest points allowed per game in the regular season, and the Patriots, who have shut down multiple teams in the playoffs, present a formidable challenge. Hasselbeck's advice is a reminder that the Super Bowl is a celebration of the sport, and enjoying the journey is just as important as the destination.
