Super Bowl Domination

Chapter 993 Alliance Leader
Everyone believes that the Kansas City Chiefs' main task this offseason is the defense.

However, Vecchi thought ahead and focused on the offensive team early on, first determining the basic situation and then considering the strategy for the team's continued improvement.

Of course, the defense is also a focus.

This offseason, the turmoil within the Kansas City Chiefs team was far greater than expected.

However, Vic was not going to report the specific plan to Levi in ​​full. He would just give a brief introduction. He had no intention of letting Levi interfere with his work.

So, Vicchi changed the subject.

“How is the overall performance of this year’s first-year students? Has it met expectations?”

For the rookies, the coaching staff is responsible for tactical and technical training, while Levi is responsible for psychological adaptation and training. After the two senior captains Houston and Berry both left the team, the heavy responsibility now falls entirely on Levi's shoulders, and Kelce also follows Levi's lead.

Levi was about to speak when he heard his cell phone vibrate in his pocket.

Levi apologized to Vic, "Sorry, it's probably Sherlock, today's video review of the tactical meeting..."

Vic didn't care. He waved his hands repeatedly and motioned Levi to answer the phone with a smile on his face. "It's okay, it's okay. We have already discussed the important matters. If I am not satisfied, I will just take one million out of the contract."

A joke shows that Vic is in a good mood.

Levi was about to join in the joke with Vicki, but was slightly stunned when he saw the caller ID, "Roger Goodell?"

Vic was also full of doubts and signaled Levi with his eyes to answer the phone.

"Good morning, Mr. Goodell." Levi answered the phone calmly.

"Haha, you are still sir even now? I thought we had reached a consensus. You are the rookie and I am Roger." Goodell's cheerful voice came from the other end of the phone.

Levi was unhurried, "Rookie is a nickname, Mr. Goodell is also a nickname, I think it's fair."

Goodell smiled and said, "It seems that everything went well in the training this morning? I guess none of the rumors out there are true."

Levi refused to respond, even though the other party was the league president. "Mr. Goodell called me early in the morning. It shouldn't be about whether I will play in the next preseason game, right?"

Goodell was not to be outdone. "Why not? You are the face of the league now. Everyone is eager to see you on the court, even in the preseason. You don't know how many people are asking me if I know the inside story. I am also looking forward to your appearance in the next game."

Levi wasn't fooled, "Ha. It's my pleasure."

And then... no more.

Obviously, Levi doesn't believe this is Goodell's intention.

Goodell also realized how difficult Levi was, so he stopped beating around the bush.

"The league cherishes every talent and pays close attention to your every move. After all, the league is your league, and the players are the main body of the league."

"You have not appeared on the court. We are always concerned about you. The same goes for other outstanding players. We are all very sorry for Andrew's departure."

The main topic has surfaced.

Levi raised his eyebrows slightly and glanced at Vic, "Andrew Luck?"

Vicky also had a strange expression on his face.

Goodell: "Yes, such a young and talented player chose to leave in his prime. This is undoubtedly a serious loss to the league."

Levi, "Of course. It's a torture every time I see my teammates unable to run freely and enjoy the game because of injuries."

Goodell, "Can you tell this to the media?"

Levi, "Hmm?"

Goodell nodded. “Yeah, just like you said to Le’Vion Bell last season.”

To be honest, Levi didn't understand what Goodell meant for a while.

What does Lak's retirement have to do with him?
They were not teammates, nor were they friends. But now, Levi finally understood.

Lack's retirement announcement without warning triggered an earthquake-like reaction throughout the league. The controversy surrounding Lack was endless. At the same time, the news media began to turn their attention to the league, accusing the league of poor injury management, which caused players and teams to bear tremendous pressure.

Of course, Levi knew that the emergence of a problem was not that simple. The root causes behind it were complicated and the alliance was just one of them.

But this time, people need a target, and the Alliance is the biggest target.

Just like the revelations about "concussion" back then.

It is precisely because of this that the alliance now needs to rely on the power of opinion leaders to divert pressure from itself.

So, who in the entire league is more appealing than Levi right now?
However, Levi didn't want to help Goodell.

Because Levi is also a player, he needs to fight for the interests of the players. If he helps the league today, he may become the next Lac tomorrow.

Levi knew the details of this account.

But Levi also knew that Goodell was willing to lower his profile and make the call in person. If he confronted the league head-on, the outcome would probably be a lose-lose situation for both sides.

then.

Levi made a detour and said, "Roger, countless people have spoken up, haven't they? I'm at the center of the storm. If I get involved in it lightly, it might have the opposite effect."

Goodell knew that Levi understood.

If "Mr. Goodell" is a nickname, then "Roger" represents a serious attitude.

However, Levi did not agree.

This is indeed the case. Currently, Lake has become the target of public criticism. Players, coaches, and professionals inside and outside the league have come forward to express their opinions, many of which support Lake.

However, the controversy continues and is becoming more and more intense on social networks.

The situation is out of control.

Otherwise, Goodell wouldn't have called Levi.

Goodell, "Rookie, you're what I need right now."

Levi thought about this carefully in his mind and immediately noticed something was wrong. "You mean you need me to help change the subject?"

Goodell, "Don't say it so harshly, I just want to hear the voice of the No. 1 player in the league."

Levi laughed, "Haha, you are worthy of me. It seems that I am still too immature and stepped directly into your trap."

Goodell, "You? Childish? No, I believe you may be many, many things, but definitely not childish."

Levi didn't continue to talk nonsense, "You should know my position. Even if I speak, I support Andrew."

Goodell, “I know, I know.”

Levi, "I completely understand his decision, and I also believe that there is more to it than meets the eye; more importantly, I think the league needs to care."

"As you said, the players are the foundation of the league. We all know that the league is a capital alliance, and we are just a group of tools."

"You believe that without Luck, there will always be luck somewhere else. As long as there are people at the bottom of the society struggling on the poverty line, football will never lack talent. But don't forget, there are also basketball and baseball. Oh, let's not talk about ice hockey."

"I mean, there are other professional leagues out there, and what you have to worry about is the loss of talent, so you have to take action."

"It's not just about providing psychologists to help players relieve their mental stress; it's not just about providing more comprehensive guidance and care for physical injuries."

"No, that's not enough."

(End of this chapter)