Former Texans’ Arian Foster surprised by ‘unexpected’ request to lead team onto field for Wild Card game

HOUSTON – Former Houston Texans running back Arian Foster recently shared his surprise upon receiving a request from the team to lead them out of the tunnel for the upcoming playoff game against the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Known for his reserved demeanor, Foster was taken aback by the invitation, as he explained in a candid conversation during a usually appearance on the Barstool Sports ‘Macrodosing’ podcast.

“I got a text from the [Texans] people and they want me to lead the team out of the tunnel for the playoff game,” Foster said. “But see, when they ask me to do it, I’m like, ‘Why would they ask me to? Do they know I’m not like a ‘rah rah type of cat.’”

Despite his initial hesitation, Foster agreed to take on the role, albeit in his own unique style.

“I’m gonna carry the, whatever the flag or whatever. But I’ve never been like the ‘Who-rah!’ like, let’s hype em up. I’m just going to lead them out of a field and I show love like I’ll do that.”

When asked if he would deliver a speech, Foster shared he didn’t do that when he played, saying, “Nah, I’m not. What the f*** am I gonna say?”

The opportunity also creates a real cool memory for Foster and his children.

“It’ll be fun because what really enticed me,” Foster said. “Can I bring my kids? Like, I don’t know, can I get some tickets to bring my kid? And he [Texans staff] was like, ‘Yeah, for sure.’ He said, ‘Would they want to shoot the cannon?’ And I’m like, ‘That would be dope.’”

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Foster reflected on the significance of the moment for his children, noting, “They knew I played, but they don’t understand like the scope of what it meant. It’ll be dope for them to see their dad, like, honored in a cool way.”

As the Texans prepare for their Wild Card game, Foster’s involvement adds a heartfelt touch to the event, bridging his legacy with the team’s present and future.

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Foster played six seasons with the Texans, where he still holds the franchise record for rushing yards and rushing touchdowns.