A crowd gathers around a man who has set up an impromptu circuit weight training course at the top of the steps leading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The air is chilly and there is a strong gust coming through. The reporters that have shown up attempt to keep pace with Liberty Linebacker Thudd Kassel as he makes his way through each weight station, a bench press, a squat rack, a deadlift bar, and two 100lbs dumbbells that he carries while he descends the 72 steps down and back up again to resume his circuit.
Thudd smiles at the crowd embracing his new found love for the people of Philly
"Whatcha got for me y'all?"
@iamslm22
@IsaStarcrossed
@KillaScrilla
@SweetJamesJones
@`woelker11`
In Philly it's obviously been my boy Zach. We are two peas in a pod.
Thudd smiles at the crowd embracing his new found love for the people of Philly
"Whatcha got for me y'all?"
@iamslm22
Quote:How did you like the move to Philly?Love it! Got alot of great new teammates and a great coaching staff. Had to get an apartment when the trade happened but i'll be buying a house this off-season.
Quote:What are your thoughts on NOLA's collapse after they traded you?They got alot of talent over there still. I didn't think me leaving would have much of an effect and I still dont know if it necessarily did but it caught me off guard for sure. But I am focused on my team here and now in Philly.
Quote:Why do you think NOLA moved on from you so quickly after drafting you?It was a mutual decision. That's all I have to say about that.
Quote:How do you think Philly will do next season?We got alot of talent coming up from the DSFL and I think we can compete for a playoff season for sure. The rest of the league is in for a surprise.
Quote:Favorite thing about the city of Philadelphia?God damn Philly Cheesesteaks man. As soon as I finish my workout I'm meeting up with Zach to go get some.
@IsaStarcrossed
Quote:What are your off season plans?You can find me either here or the team facilities gym. That's about it. Weight training and position skill training. Gotta come ready for day 1 of the season.
Quote:With the draft coming up, who do you think Philly is eying?There seems to be a young gun, and son of a hall of famer I keep hearing rumors about, but that's up for the GM's to decide. I know they will do well.
Quote:Where are the best tacos in Philly?Nacho Varga makes some banging ass taco's to be honest.
Quote:What do you feel about a taco and beer binge before really diving into off season training?No can do this offseason. It's all about grinding.
@KillaScrilla
Quote: Was you surprised when Jackson got traded right after you?A little. I figured after I was dealt here, that they'd hold on to him.
Quote:Jackson had a good game going 7 catches for 114 yds and knocked Nola out of the playoffs. Would you have liked to been able to knock them out instead?Ehhhh. Not really. I try not to hold too many grudges. But yeah it would have been a little satisfying but I think Jackson had a little more to prove so I am glad he did.
Quote:Are you and Jackson on good terms after the incident that happened and is he invited for some Philly Cheesesteaks?Oh yeah. Action and I hashed things out before we both left. He can come and grub here anytime.
Quote:Do you see yourself winning DROY because you had a great season this year despite everything?I'm not sure. I have some tough competition for that award, though I think I am at least in the running. I would love to win it but if I don't it will just be more motivation.
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Quote:Why do you like small children? The world needs to know NAMBLA manSomebody get this drunk guy out of here. I don't know where that rumor started but I don't very much appreciate it.
@`woelker11`
Quote:Who would you say are your favorite teammates from your first season, both in New Orleans and in Philadelphia?Forrest Gump is a suburb guy in New Orleans who was amazing to watch in person. There is the Tijuana connection obviously.
In Philly it's obviously been my boy Zach. We are two peas in a pod.
Quote:Who did you most enjoy playing against this season?Before I got traded I got the opportunity to play against Armstrong. That dude is something else. Only time I'll admit to getting my ankles broke.
Quote:What do you see your future in this league looking like?I think I can be the top middle linebacker in the league and I think I can help be a stalwart Philly can rely on for seasons to come.
Quote:Who would you rather have dinner with: Bjorn Ironside or Bubba Thumper?I think I'd have to go eat with Bubba since Bjorn and I already have shared so many meals. Haven't had the opportunity to really hang out with ole Thumper off the field.