In a recent episode of the popular talk show, David Letterman, legendary San Francisco 49ers quarterback Steve Young made a memorable appearance. Young, who led his team to a resounding victory over the San Diego Chargers in this year’s Super Bowl, was hailed as one of the true heroes of the game.
During his chat with Letterman, Young expressed his gratitude and excitement for his successful career, noting that reaching the Super Bowl and securing a win was the pinnacle of his achievements thus far. The quarterback’s remarkable performance in the game has undoubtedly etched his name in the annals of football history.
Reflecting on his journey, Young shared an amusing anecdote about a post-game mishap involving civil rights activist Jesse Jackson. In the midst of the locker room celebrations, Young mistook Jackson for Reggie, owing to a small case of dyslexia. Despite the mix-up, Jesse Jackson offered his congratulations and encouraged the team.
Letterman also brought up a game during the season where the 49ers were soundly beaten by the Philadelphia Eagles, in which Young candidly admitted that the team had some trouble. However, he fondly recalled how he had stood up to the team’s coach, George Seifert, and the power he felt when the coach apologized to him.
The conversation then shifted to Young’s early career, specifically when he signed with the Los Angeles Express in the USFL (United States Football League). Letterman highlighted the reported $40 million contract Young was said to have received, causing the audience to gasp in astonishment. Young jokingly responded by saying that you can only believe about 10% of what you read in the papers and cheekily remarked that it was still four times more than what he had at the time.
To conclude the interview on a fun note, Letterman and Young embarked on a hilarious challenge. They ventured onto Broadway to try their luck at throwing footballs into passing cabs. With Young showcasing his athletic skills, he attempted to land footballs into the open windows of the cabs as they whizzed by. While he didn’t manage to hit the bullseye every time, the segment provided plenty of laughs.
This memorable appearance by Steve Young on David Letterman‘s talk show proved to be an entertaining and engaging episode for viewers. Young’s charisma and anecdotes, coupled with the light-hearted challenges, made it a must-watch for football fans and entertainment enthusiasts alike. We can’t wait to see what other exciting guests and segments Letterman has in store for us in future episodes.
