Chapter 268 Superstar Temperament
“Touchdown!”
"Levi, touchdown!"
"The Chiefs went ahead, God, God, oh, God!"
On the edge of the court, Watson, who was full of revenge and fighting spirit, had just exploded. Without warning, a bucket of ice water poured down. Looking at Levi strolling in the end zone, it was like he had seen a ghost——
What, what's going on?
Air, condensation.
More than just Watson? The home audience of the Houston Texans was also shocked. Less than half a minute after celebrating the lead, they were pushed back directly. The breath was held in their chests and was about to explode.
A 103-yard kickoff return for a touchdown?
How did that guy do it?
What about the script for the underdog counterattack? Where is the bloody revenge script that was promised? The sweet dream only lasted for twenty-three seconds and then suddenly turned into nightmare mode?
The momentum that Watson worked hard to build up for most of the game only lasted less than 23 seconds and began to fall apart.
Levi simply pushed the Houston Texans special teams team to the ground and rubbed, rubbed, and rubbed again, tearing all their dignity and pride to pieces.
This touchdown once again reversed the situation. It not only allowed the Kansas Chiefs to regain their form, but also cracked the Houston Texans' rising self-confidence. They couldn't help but start to question themselves, which also changed the situation of the game again.
First, Watson, who was blinded by the desire for revenge, lost his ability to calmly observe the overall situation, causing obstacles in the offense. He made serious errors in judgment in passing selection and timing of running the ball. He struck out for the first time since the 28th minute of the first half.
Then the Houston Texans defensive team was completely fooled by Levi. Almost everyone thought that Smith was going to hand the football to Levi, but they did not expect that it was a fake run and real pass tactic. Smith found tight end Kelsey, and Levi became Kelsey's pick-and-roll partner——
After receiving a five-yard short pass, Kelsey drove forward under the cover of Levi and advanced 74 yards in one go, completely destroying the opponent's defensive layout.
Subsequently, Levi completed a two-yard touchdown run:
Two consecutive kills.
In less than four minutes, there was a sudden gust of wind and rain, and the game collapsed in the other direction, leaving no time to breathe.
Watson:…
Who am I, where am I, what am I doing?
I couldn’t even curse, I just fell into a mess in the wind.
at the same time--
"hehe."
There was a burst of relaxed laughter in the conference room of Nike's West Coast headquarters.
On the TV screen, the live broadcast of the NFL Sunday Night Game between the Kansas Chiefs and the Houston Texans was being watched simultaneously.
In fact, not only the West Coast but also the East Coast offices are watching the live broadcast. Even though it is already after get off work time, a large number of senior executives are gathered in both conference rooms, paying close attention to the live broadcast of the game. communicate.
The laughter just now was not because of Watson, but because of the Kansas City Chiefs.
After turning the situation around in just four minutes and destroying the Houston Texans' confidence in counterattack, the experienced Reid firmly grasped the psychology of the game. After this touchdown, Reid took the risk and chose two extra points.
The score in front of me was "36:29", a difference of seven points and just one possession of the ball.
If you choose one extra point, the point difference widens to eight points, and it is still a ball possession. The opponent only needs to score a touchdown and challenge for two extra points.
But if you choose two extra points, the point difference is nine points. This is the difference between the two possessions, and the entire pressure and situation are completely different.
Reid, is pressing further.
Despite the risk, Reid was very determined and chose to challenge for two extra points without hesitation. Reid's confidence can be seen from the side.
It could be felt through the screen that Edwards completely relaxed and chuckled. He turned to look at his colleagues in the West Coast conference room and raised his voice to ensure that Octopus's voice could be heard in the East Coast conference room.
"Reid was also naughty for a rare moment. He actually chose to continue to take risks and put pressure. From this, we can see Reid's confidence."
"But that's not the point."
"In fact, winning or losing this game is no longer important. It's not that I don't believe the Chiefs can win, but we have got what we want."
"Levi." Finally, Edwards had made up his mind to stand at the crossroads of history and take the most determined step.
"What I mean is that when the team needs him, he can always step forward, just like in the NCAA National Championship at the beginning of the year. He has the brain, strength, mentality, and momentum. He can lead the team forward. victory."
"Even if he's just a running back."
"It's the same today, he proved once again that he's not a shooting star."
"Hey, you know what? My favorite thing is not the kickoff return touchdown, but the subsequent pick-and-roll screen where he opened the way for Kelsey to run long distances and complete a large number of yards."
"What does this mean?"
"This proves that he is different from Jordan. He realizes that football is a team sport, which is different from basketball. If he wants to win the championship, he needs his teammates to work together and cannot just think about himself."
"Mind you, I don't mean Odell Beckham Jr."
Through the Octopus phone, gentle laughter filled both conference rooms.
"He is willing to help his teammates, and at the same time he has integrated with the team. Whether it is Smith or Kelsey, they are willing to believe in Levi."
"What's this?"
"This is the leader."
"This is superstar quality."
"We have been looking for a superhero to change the football market, like Jordan, like Federer, and I think we have found it now."
Every word, every word, speaks loudly——
Edwards looked around and did not rush to continue speaking, because he knew that it was the same for himself and the entire Nike leadership:
They know what kind of contract it is and what risks they need to face.
So, they need time.
On the TV screen, the game is still going on.
It is very, very regretful that the Kansas Chiefs' two-point extra point challenge failed, "36:29", and the score remained the same. This also meant that the Houston Texans did not completely collapse and slide into the abyss, and the defensive team still stepped on the brakes on the edge of the cliff.
Maybe the outcome is still in suspense?
The TV shows the fanatic support of the Houston Texans home fans, trying to sound the counterattack horn, but the Nike conference room was completely silent, everyone was paying attention to the game, and everyone was thinking at the same time.
The brain is spinning like crazy.
Minute by minute, their judgments are tumbling due to changes in the situation on the court. Therefore, the Kansas Chiefs' missed two extra points has continued the suspense of victory. Could it affect Nike's decision?
After waiting patiently for a moment, Edwards continued.
"We need to make a decision now. This matter has been delayed for long enough. If we give up, give up now and let Adidas and Under Armor fight to the death. But if we nod, we must race against time."
"Donald...that's a ruthless character."
There was a second, a brief pause, and then Edwards raised his voice.
"Let's vote."
"Yes (Aye)." Edwards was the first to complete his statement, and then motioned to the secretary next to him to record it, but he soon found that it was not necessary.
"Aye."
"Aye."
One after another, they just started and never stopped.
(End of chapter)