When the clock strikes midnight, NFL players know they have to be somewhere. Even if it’s just to walk the dog or get a breath of fresh air, their bodies need downtime to recover and prepare for the following day. Fortunately for them, Viagra is typically available wherever athletes have to go. So instead of suffering through a night of restless sleep in the hopes of being at their best for the next day’s game, many NFL players take Viagra to help them sleep.
Whether or not you follow the NFL closely, you may know that several players have spoken out about how much better their sleep has been since taking the drug. Here’s a short list of some of the top sleepers in the NFL who have a better than average chance of winning the Super Bowl this year.
QB Ben Roethlisberger
While Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger hasn’t quite reached his peak yet, it’s only a matter of time before he does. He’s only 27 years old, but already has over 20 years of experience and has been in the NFL for 10 seasons. With 7,409 passing yards and 86 touchdowns over the past two seasons, Roethlisberger has established himself as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. He’s also considered among the league’s best sleepers, according to online forums and social media chatter.
One of the reasons that Roethlisberger may be having such a successful career is because of how much he enjoys sleeping. According to his Twitter account, Roethlisberger wakes up at 4:45 every morning so he can get ready for the day. He takes a couple of hours to himself every afternoon to prepare for the following evening’s game. During the day, when he’s not playing or practicing, you may find him walking the dog or relaxing at home. He doesn’t do any of this while sleeping. As a result of this intense routine, Roethlisberger has stated that he feels better than ever before in his life. Since taking Viagra, he’s reportedly experienced significant improvements in his sleep quality and has had to alter his daily schedule to accommodate this change.
RB Le’Veon Bell
Another player who has commented on the positive effect that Viagra has had on his sleep is New York Jets running back Le’Veon Bell. A five-time Pro Bowl selection and a two-time All-Pro, Bell is one of the league’s most dominant ball carriers. In 2019, he set a new single-season franchise record with 1,639 rushing yards. He also scored 13 touchdowns, which was one shy of the team record.
Bell isn’t just a powerful running back, he’s also an excellent receiver who can break tackles and get chunks of yardage after the catch. In 2019, he was targeted 97 times and caught 70 passes for 806 yards and 7 touchdowns. These stats put him on a par with some of the greatest receivers of all time.
You may be familiar with Bell’s aggressive style of play and may not necessarily feel as though he’s a trustworthy guy when it comes to discussing his personal life or taking a break from playing football. However, as a result of his success on the field, he’s become one of the most popular NFL players, which in turn has made him one of the most trusted athletes in all of sports. When quizzed about Viagra and whether or not it was responsible for his recent surge in production, Bell had this to say: “I’ve been taking it for a while… It just makes you feel better. It relaxes you and puts you at ease.”
WR Michael Thomas
Another player who has commented on the benefits that Viagra has had on his sleep is New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas. A 2019 All-Pro selection, Thomas has quickly become one of the league’s most prolific and reliable receivers. In 2019, he scored 12 touchdowns and had 961 receiving yards. These were both career highs.
Thomas has put up similar consistent, if not better, numbers in the past. He’s scored at least 10 touchdowns in each of the past five seasons and had at least 500 receiving yards in each of the past four. With an average of 14.8 yards per catch, Thomas scored 12 touchdowns last season and had the second-highest catch rate (62.5 percent) among qualified receivers. He also hauled in 67 passes for 994 yards and established a new NFL record for most receptions in a season (215).
Thomas has always been known to enjoy a good night’s sleep, but it was after he took Viagra that his sleep apnea was finally diagnosed and treated. The disorder caused Thomas to snore loudly and consistently throughout the night, leading to discomfort for both him and his bed partner. Now that he’s been properly treated for his sleep apnea, Thomas feels better than ever before and actually credits the drug with getting him into the right mental frame and helping him focus on his craft. “Once I was able to get past the snoring, I realized how much clearer my head and my thoughts were when I was sleeping,” said Thomas.
TE Rob Gronkowski
Another player who has experienced significant improvements in his sleep since taking Viagra is New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski. A 12-time Pro Bowl selection and a three-time All-Pro, Gronkowski is one of the most physically dominant players in the NFL and is also extremely reliable as a receiver and blocker. In 2019, he had a career high 783 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns. Most impressively, Gronkowski had 14 receptions for 221 yards and 3 touchdowns in his final NFL game before retiring. These stats put him on a par with some of the greatest tight ends of all time.
Like Thomas, Gronkowski doesn’t do a lot of talking about his personal life. However, it was during the offseason that Gronkowski began taking a different supplement, which he initially tried to hide from Patriots owner Robert Kraft. Due to an overzealous media member, who had obtained a urine sample from Gronkowski and confronted him about the supplement, Gronkowski’s privacy was breached and he was subsequently fined $10,000 by the NFL. But it was after this incident that he decided to try a different approach and focus more on his health and well-being. As a result of this change in lifestyle, he’s been more relaxed and even went so far as to joke that he hasn’t had a drink or drug problem in years. Since taking the supplement, Gronkowski has reportedly seen improvements in his appetite, energy levels, and mental clarity. These are all positive changes for a 32-year-old player who is trying to keep his body at its peak for one final hurrah.
RB LeSean McCoy
Speaking of which, let’s not forget about the Great American Country star, LeSean McCoy. A 14-time Pro Bowl selection and a two-time All-Pro, McCoy is an absolute beast on the field and is one of the most popular and trusted players in all of sports. Since he’s been in the NFL for 12 years now, we know how well he handles himself and how reliable he is. He’s often the go-to guy for pundits and analysts who want to discuss the health risks and benefits of taking Viagra.
With 1,754 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns in 2019, McCoy set a new career high in all three major statistical categories. These were his 11th and 12th consecutive seasons with 1,000 or more rushing yards. He’s also one of the most injury-prone players in the NFL, suffering from numerous injuries, which have kept him sidelined for a significant portion of his career. Due to this, McCoy is well aware of how important it is to take good care of his body and be smart about what he puts in it. He’s been known to avoid strenuous activity and instead focuses on nutrition and ergonomics, which have led to significant improvements in his health and well-being. Since taking Viagra, McCoy has reportedly experienced a decrease in his blood pressure and cholesterol levels. These are all positive changes for a 34-year-old running back.
S Cameron Smith
Last but not least, we have Seattle Seahawks safety Cameron Smith. Although he did not play a single game in 2019 due to a Lisfranc joint injury, which is a break in the foot that requires surgery and puts the player’s professional football career in doubt, Smith is one of the most popular players in all of sports. With 13 career interceptions and 12 sacks, he’s been a standout safety for the Seahawks for a while now. In addition to his outstanding on-field performance, Smith is known for his good humor and outgoing personality. This endearing quality helped him to connect with fans and gain a large social media following. Let’s not forget about the unsung hero behind all of this, as he’s the person who caught the winning touchdown in Super Bowl XLVIII.