We are at a moment of reckoning as a collective society. Every day we are made aware of a story where someone abuses their power and it directly harms or impacts the well being of another. By now you’re probably aware of the story of a young Tennessee boy, Keaton Jones, who was bullied at his school. His sister took to social media to share Keaton’s story and it touched many local athletes, including Titans TE Delanie Walker.
Walker was made aware of the situation by former NFL player Donte Stallworth who called on local Tennessee athletes to share some words of encouragement to Keaton and spread the message of anti bullying.
To my brothers in Nashville (@PKSubban1 @delaniewalker82), please send a message of encouragement to Keaton Jones through his sister @Lakyn_Jones and let him know he has our support. It would mean the world to him! Thanks, brothers. ??
— Donté Stallworth (@DonteStallworth) December 9, 2017
Walker took time to share a poem with Keaton and invite he and his family to the New Year’s eve game when the Titans play the Jaguars. We spend enough time talking about when athlete’s mess up, which is far less than you think. We should give equal time when they are doing great things in the community, which happens way more than you know.
Flip the page to see Delanie’s message to Keaton.