Julius Peppers thanks all his “root people” for helping him reach the Hall of Fame

Posted Aug 8, 2024
Five years after retirement, Julius Peppers is enshrined with the best of the best, and NBA legend Michael Jordan was one of those who came to Canton to celebrate Peppers’ induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Peppers said he wouldn’t be where he is without all the “root people” in his life, and encouraged everyone to be a “root person” for others. (NBC Sports)

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