Both Davis and Dean have been consistently involved in their communities, be it Philadelphia or their hometowns. They know how much of an impact they can have on those around them.
After the event ended, both players stayed for an extra 20 minutes to take pictures, sign autographs, and chat with the children.
“I think it’s important because they’re our future,” Davis said. “Just to build and grow and develop into the next generation, it’s important because they get to understand what empathy is early on. They understand how to solve problems, how to work in a team. These are kids that have the potential to be great leaders in their respective fields when they get older. It’s just nice to see. It’s never too early to start.
“We wouldn’t be here without the programs that helped us rise and achieve great things. For us to give time and spend time just giving back into the future, these kids have the potential to play football, like we could be seeing these kids on the field in a couple of years. It’s just really cool just to have that experience to give back.” — Written by Matt Ryan