New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai met with the media following Thursday’s joint practice in Green Bay. He opened his presser not by talking football, however, but by making a heartfelt plea on behalf of wildfire victims in Hawaii.
Wearing a T-shirt of his alma mater, the University of Hawaii, Tavai urged Patriots and football fans across the globe to support families in need. He also referenced the Help Maui Rise list that allows people to donate to over 1,000 families directly.
“I know you guys want to talk about football right now, and I’m going to answer those questions,” Tavai said to open his presser.