I didn’t think I’d spend a few minutes on Christmas crying while watching a pregame feature by Fox Sports but that’s exactly what happened before today’s Browns-Packers game because man, this story about Aaron Jones and his dad, Alvin Jones Sr., who passed away last April, was so powerful and heartbreaking.
The great Tom Rinaldi told the story of the huge loss suffered by the Packers running back and his family. Jones shared through tears the many special memories he has of his father, who used to pump him up before every game and at the feature he was given a special gift to remind him of his dad.
Take a few minutes and watch this:
Earlier this year, @Packers RB Aaron Jones (@Showtyme_33) lost his father, Alvin Jones Sr., who died of complications from coronavirus. Tom Rinaldi shares the story of how Jones plays today with his father close to his heart each and every game. pic.twitter.com/NwaXSVmvsQ
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) December 25, 2021
Many fans offered their support.
This was so moving. So much respect for @Showtyme_33 and how he carries his dad’s legacy. https://t.co/LEviJ02N0Y
— Rob Wolfe (@WolfePack_Dad) December 25, 2021
Tear jerker for sure. Love you @Showtyme_33 Merry Christmas to you and your fam. https://t.co/2f1uryp1iw
— Ryan Estabrooke (@EstaRyan12) December 25, 2021
This piece honors Alvin Jones Sr. the way he deserves to be honored. It’s dusty up in here https://t.co/3hc9S2UQ9D
— Colin Deaver (@ColinDeaverTV) December 25, 2021
Love this story. I’m a crying mess after watching. Aaron Jones is such a special player and person. https://t.co/44fzZpZFcN
— Kaitlin Sharkey (@KRoseSharkey) December 25, 2021
😭😭😭 was not ready for this. Rest in power, Mr. Jones. https://t.co/6V27qTSCeY
— Steve. (@PaydirtSteve) December 25, 2021
Had me in tears. 🙏 Well done Tom Rinaldi and thinking about the Jones family today. 🤍 https://t.co/JjFk8xfEek
— Jenny Taft (@JennyTaft) December 25, 2021
