Former NFL legend Marshawn Lynch, known for his strong “Beast Mode” personality on the field, made headlines over this weekend in a new and unexpected emplyment: professional photographer.
Lynch took exclusive shots at the Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight at Allegiant Stadium on behalf of Netflix, giving fans a little glimpse at one of the greatest fights in the recent history of boxing.
From Super Bowl winner to pro photographer
Following a 12-year playing career worth almost $57 million, Lynch has been testing life after football. His adventures have included acting, business ventures, and now photography, a hobby he has been developing and mastered over the last couple of years.
Lynch began unveiling his photography abilities at a Seahawks vs. Raiders preseason game, bridging the gap between his sports background and other paths of creativity. During the Canelo-Crawford fight, he was found snapping ringside activity, fighter entrances and exits, and behind-the-scenes moments, occasionally posting on social media.
A different angle on the fight
Lynch’s participation added an athlete’s perspective to the demanding sport of boxing through experience, timing, and knowledge of game flow. Fans appreciated his efforts for capturing the battle and the passion he showed during the competition in a way that a more traditional photographer might have overlooked.
He’s blending his past as an elite athlete with a creative vision. Marshawn’s photos give fans an insider’s perspective
Post-NFL life evolution
Lynch’s move to Allegiant Stadium highlights the wide range of post-retirement career choices available to professional sportspersons. Beyond money, he is proving that sporting icons are turning towards business and art interests, interacting with fans in completely new ways.
By focusing his energies on one of the most wanted and anticipated boxing events, Lynch is further building his own personal brand while emphasizing the convergence of sport, media, and entertainment.
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