Baltimore Ravens WR Zay Flowers on Lamar Jackson MVP, OBJ, NFL Playoffs & 1 of 14 Kids | The Pivot
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Published 2024-01-09
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NFL Wide Receiver Zay Flowers talks about his Baltimore Ravens being the AFC's #1 Seed, shares why QB Lamar Jackson is the league's MVP and what makes him so special, how his brotherly bond with OBJ shaped his rookie year and how being 1 of 13 kids humbled him and why he forever is grateful to his father.
Zay Flowers may only be 23 years old, but as the 22nd pick of the 2023 NFL draft, the wide receiver from Florida has already experienced more life than the average individual and is playing at an elite level with one of the league's best players guiding him. Zay finds himself in a unique situation playing opposite of Odell Beckham Jr and with the league's front runner for MVP, QB Lamar Jackson, leading him to have first year success and the Ravens a Super Bowl favorite.
With a first round bye in the postseason, the rookie wide receiver sits with Ryan, Channing and Fred to talk about his journey from childhood to an underestimated WR in college to now breaking rookie receiving records this year. Zay and Channing share a special history as Channing was one of his high school coaches and was able to see his talent at an early age as well as play a strong role in keeping him out of trouble. Channing coached Zay at a private high school, and despite the adversity Flowers had faced, he kept a smile on his face at all times. Chan and Zay reminisce about some of their stories together as Chan shows his pride for the future star.
One of 14 children, Zay lost his mother at 5 years old and also lost his brother when he was in high school, which he never let that escape him and always used it as motivation to represent his 8 brothers and 4 sisters in all he did and show the utmost respect towards his father for all he instilled in him growing up. Last April, when Zay walked across the NFL Draft stage, he made a tribute to his entire family and how each of them played a role in his opportunities. Learning commitment and sacrifice from his father, working hard and being grateful for each day is the biggest thing he takes from his childhood and can't put into words his appreciation for his father holding it all together.
Now, Zay has found a second family with this Ravens squad, and their Super Bowl aspirations are alive and well heading into the playoffs. Zay details what it's been like learning from OBJ, Coach Harbaugh's leadership and being grateful that Lamar is the one drawing up their plays and executing his offense's success. He shares with Chan, Fred and Ryan a glimpse of some of what it's like to be in that building and what it's like inside the huddle on game days, opens up on what the next few weeks will be like and why he is so confident this Ravens team is the one!
Zay's dad’s 4 a.m. wake-ups and years providing for 14 children is undoubtedly paying off, and Zay is on a mission to keep proving his haters wrong and making his family as close as ever. The Ravens are off this wild card weekend and await hosting the divisional round next weekend.
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All Comments (21)
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Man I hope they get Lamar on the show..Salute the Pivot for this.
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This kid's father needs a statue!! As well as his older siblings. Hell of a family. This man raised 15 kids on his own!
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He's flourishing because the Vets are steering him in right direction, having OBJ and Lamar as his mentors shows. Hope to see him kill it in the playoffs. I love how they all got serious once RC asked about his mom and brother 36:56.
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Channing is like a happy uncle. We ❤ you Zay - Baltimore
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I can’t lie , listening to him talk about how his Dad raise all his siblings is amazing. Didn’t run away, complained just took care of his responsibilities. Nothing against the ladies out there but when I hear stories like this it brought a tear to my eye .
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The joy of Zay… I am a writer, and I can’t think of any words to adequately describe it. To understand what he’s experienced, and how he handles it. It’s nothing short of awe inspiring. This is coming from a middle aged man, born in bred in Baltimore. Whether it was personal or a vicarious experience… I’ve gone through and seen many others go through ~ and very few people have this kind of “joy”. A long time fan of the game, and keen observer for decades, this Ravens team, is my absolute favorite team. It has nothing to do with them being a great team. However, it’s the players like Zay Flowers, Isiah Likley, Justice Hill….all three all seem to be smiling….the personalities on this team. Not just those guys, the entire team, the way they play for each other. They way they celebrate each e, all the way down to the guys who get called up from the practice squad. It’s just wonderful to see. This was a fantastic interview. Much respect to Zay~ you’re going to make that #4 famous, those were your first words when you saw your NFL jersey for the first time. Respect! Salute to the Pivot team. Yall stay locked in like the Ravens.
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I’m so happy he’s a Raven. Lamar and Zay will be the best QB/WR duo very soon 🔥 🔥 😈 FLOCKNATION!
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Man, this guy's amazing. My old man and I met him maybe a month ago at a signing and he was nothing but smiles the entire time. Took time to talk to the little kids, shook everyone's hands. He's just the best. Happy he's a Raven
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Man his dad the real GOAT , inspiring
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Speaking for everyone , WE WANT LAMAR ON THE SHOW!!
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It’s disgusting it took the ambulance that long to get Zays mother to the hospital. I’m not surprised, happens to others in the city but as you see so many of these people are good and deserve better. Glad for this young man now.
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WE NEED TO UNDERLINE THE GREAT JOB HIS POPS BEEN DOING. BLACK MAN HOLDING HIS FAMILY AND WE NEVER HEAR HOW SO MANY OF THEM ARE TOP DAWGS DADS SALUTE TO ALL HIS FAMILY !
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Damn man that story about his mom is truly heartbreaking. He doesn't carry what he's been through at all!
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True STEELERS fan but I’m impressed with this young man’s talent, ability and performance on the field - I am more impressed with his perseverance through everything he overcame.
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Zay and Lamar definitely my two favorite playeres
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To see bro smiling after going thru so much is so motivational, growing up in Baltimore city we can relate to his story. And he implements what everybody should REMEMBER. No matter what you go thru count your blessings and keep your head up, & it won’t hurt to smile.. appreciate you ZAY frrl . Just for sharing your story of your personal life so we all can take something meaningful and apply to better ourselves. “Each One Teach One”
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Chaning Crowder is great at using his comedy to pivot from intense conversations. Great interview!!!
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I think the fact Lamar is a 2 time MVP winner from literally treating the best players in the world like little league comp is by far the most impressive thing I’ve heard about Lamar. The man is past a different level he beat the game
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Channing at the end “pops was doing some fkn.” Literally had me laughing so hard!! 😂😂😂😂 Another awesome show.
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That's my wide receiver!Him and Lamar,gonna be a legendary duo.
