""I haven't been nervous. Maybe it'll kick in tomorrow. It's a surreal feeling, I made it here. But at the same time, I'm chill.""
""Anime is full of underdog protagonists who fight to surpass their limits... That may be why anime hits hardest with athletes, who feel like the heroes of their own sagas.""
""It means a lot. I get to express myself in a way that's authentic.""
Jeremiyah Love, a 20-year-old NFL prospect from Notre Dame, shares his love for the anime 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.' He feels relaxed before the draft, reflecting on his journey. Love's passion for anime resonates with athletes, who often see themselves as underdog heroes. He plans to wear a custom suit at the draft, featuring artwork of his superhero alter ego, 'Jeremonstar,' created by artist Ryan Odagawa. This suit allows him to express his authentic self.
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