Mario Praises Bears Rookie Colston Loveland’s Viral ‘Let Me Love You’ Cover: ‘Kid’s Got Serious Talent!’
Chicago, IL — The internet has a new favorite NFL rookie, and even global music icon Mario is taking notice. Chicago Bears’ Colston Loveland, a promising tight end out of Michigan, went viral this week after a soulful acoustic cover of Mario’s 2004 R&B hit “Let Me Love You” — and the original artist himself just gave the rookie a major co-sign.
How It Happened
- Loveland’s Unexpected Jam Session: A video surfaced of the 21-year-old strumming a guitar and flawlessly hitting the song’s high notes in the Bears’ locker room.
- Mario’s Reaction: The Grammy-nominated singer reshared the clip, writing:
“Bro didn’t just stick to football… this man got pipes! 🔥 @ColstonLoveland, let’s collab. #LetHimCook”
- Fan Frenzy: The clip racked up 2M+ views overnight, with fans dubbing Loveland “Tight End Usher.”
Loveland’s Response
The humble rookie laughed off the hype, telling reporters:
“Just messing around after practice. Mario’s a legend—I might need to focus on catching passes before QB1 trusts me with a mic!”
Why It Matters
- NFL’s Hidden Talents: From Patrick Mahomes’ golf skills to George Kittle’s WWE antics, Loveland’s moment continues the league’s trend of showcasing players’ off-field charm.
- Mario’s Endorsement: A full-circle moment for the 2000s R&B hit, now reborn via NFL virality.
What’s Next?
- Bears Fans’ Demand: #LovelandSingTheAnthem trends as fans push for him to perform at Soldier Field.
- Teammates’ Roasts: WR DJ Moore joked: “If he sings better than he blocks, we’re in trouble.”
Final Thought: Turns out Loveland’s hands aren’t just for touchdowns. Could music be his second career? 🎤🏈
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