Julius Peppers appeared in Nelly's "Hot in Herre" music video, and his teammates just found out

Posted Dec 17, 2018
Nelly is performing at halftime of Monday’s NFL game between the Panthers and Saints, an announcement that excited several players. But that excitement paled in comparison to the joy that spread through the locker room when they learned that 37-year-old defensive end Julius Peppers made several appearances in Nelly’s “Hot in Herre” music video in 2002. (Carolina Panthers)

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