Source: BroBible
Summary
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner revealed that he is actually 24 years old, not 25, as previously reported. The error was listed on the Colts’ website, ESPN, and even Madden. Gardner is set to begin a four-year, $120 million contract this season, and the age discrepancy could have significant financial implications for his next contract talks.
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The habit gets a new name.
Sauce Gardner’s age controversy is a rare occurrence in the NFL. The cornerback’s birthdate was listed as August 31, 2000, but he claims to be born in 2001. The mistake could affect his contract negotiations. The age curve in the NFL is steep, and being 24 instead of 25 could be a key factor. Gardner’s next contract talks just got a little more interesting.
Age: the new performance enhancer.
Author: Evan Null
