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"True leader": Joe Burrow’s subtle gesture to rookie Shemar Stewart catches fans off guard and sparks praise for his character

Joe Burrow's humble introduction to Bengals' new draftee Shemar Stewart, captured in a viral video, has resonated with fans, highlighting his down-to-earth character. Burrow's encouragement for Stewart to get sacks this season further solidified his leadership image. The quarterback also addressed his rising popularity, acknowledging the changing perceptions while remaining grounded.
"True leader": Joe Burrow’s subtle gesture to rookie Shemar Stewart catches fans off guard and sparks praise for his character
Joe Burrow is one of the most talented players in the NFL.(Image via Cooper Neill/Getty)
Joe Burrow, the star player of the Cincinnati Bengals, has been spotted in a recent video posted by the team’s official account on social media. In the video that has gone viral, Cincinnati Bengals first-round NFL draft pick Shemar Stewart is seen meeting Joe Burrow but it is Burrow’s gesture to the young player that has fans going crazy about it.

Joe Burrow’s heartfelt gesture to Shemar Stewart has melted everyone’s hearts



The Cincinnati Bengals posted a video of Shemar Stewart hugging Joe Burrow as they met for the first time. While the two hug, Joe Burrow introduces himself as, “Joe, by the way”.
A few seconds later, when the NFL star, Joe Burrow, exits the room, he announces, “let’s get some sacks this year” and fans are here for it.

A fan commented, ““Joe by the way” is crazy”, while another fan wrote, “"Joe by the way" really speaks to his character and humble attitude. He doesn't think he's "better" than anyone else. You will never hear him ask "don't you know who I am??"”
A third fan commented, “”Get some sacks this year”…..called his a*s out from the jump. Love it”, while another fan wrote, “”get some sacks this year, let’s go!!”true leader, Joey B!”

Joe Burrow was also seen holding a drink in his hand as he hugged Shemar Stewart. While it is not known if the drink was alcoholic, fans have already started joking about it.
A fan commented, “Burrow already a alcoholic because of this team”, while another fan wrote, “Joe can do whatever he wants, if wants to drink a beer he can!”
A third fan commented, “Joey beers is so locked in”. Currently, Joe Burrow is considered to be one of the most popular and talented players in the Cincinnati Bengals.

Joe Burrow spoke about the massive popularity that he enjoys


With Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins signing expensive contract extensions with the Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Burrow has been hailed as a hero. The star player had openly advocated for the team to bring back Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins and to pay them accordingly.
Joe Burrow also enjoys a massive popularity among young women. Recently, the star player spoke to People about his popularity and said, "It's been interesting to see how the perception of me has changed over the years. I never really felt that way about myself, and I wouldn't say when I was younger, other people felt that way about me either."
The NFL star added, "It definitely doesn't make me feel bad. So I don't pay attention too much to it, but sometimes it's nice” and fans are here for it.
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