Chad Ochocinco's trade to the New England Patriots earlier this week came with a burning question: would the wide receiver get to keep the No. 85 he's made so famous? Tight end Aaron Hernandez apparently acquiesced without a fight:
Chad Ochocinco, Donovan McNabb Secure Familiar Jersey Numbers In Different Ways
Chad Ochocinco confirms he didn’t have to pay anything for No. 85. Was given to him by Aaron Hernandez as a welcome.Booooo, Aaron Hernandez. Did you learn nothing of capitalism at Florida? Are you not aware that America is facing a debt ceiling crisis that can only be fixed by players profiting off the transfer of jersey numbers?*
At least Chris Kluwe got something from Donovan McNabb.
The gregarious Vikings punter — who originally asked for promotion for his band to give up No. 5 — got that, a donation to charity, and an ice cream cone from McNabb instead, in a delightful exchange involving a contract written on the white board in the Vikings' locker room.
Finally, Vince Young has gone from wearing No. 10 with the Titans to No. 9 with the Eagles. He's paying tribute to his mentor and hero, Steve McNair (whose No. 9 he couldn't wear in Tennessee, for obvious reasons), and he told reporters he's ready to win a national championship before correcting his mistake. Never change, Vince Young.
*Factual accuracy not guaranteed.
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