Herschel Walker won his second career MMA fight in January despite being 48 years old (he turned 49 on March 3rd). The legendary athlete won the Heisman Trophy at Georgia in 1982, was a two-time USFL rushing leader, had half a team traded for him in the NFL, and is now a good MMA fighter. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention he also was an Olympics bobsledder. But if you thought he’d be slowing down at all this late in life, you were wrong. If and when his MMA career ends, he may consider a future in wrestling in addition to the comeback he’s considered in football.
Walker was backstage at Raw on Monday night in Dallas as a guest of Mark Henry. In an interview with WWE.com via Wrestle Newz, Walker said he’s been a wrestling fan for years. “I watched wrestling before I even knew what football was. In fact, I always wanted to be a wrestler. … I’ve watched these guys for a long time and I respect them a great deal,” Walker said. “If Vince McMahon wants me in there, then maybe I could do it.”
Maybe he was playing to the audience somewhat, but Walker also said that he watches Monday Night Raw over Monday Night Football during the season. It sure sounds like he’s a dedicated fan. Now if you’re wondering if it could work, I think so. Walker is a superhuman God. He is a rare physical specimen and he captures my attention no matter what he’s doing. Throw him in any ring and I’m watching.
