**”Living the Dream!” Slick Rick’s 8 Words to Allen After Viral MVP Shoutout!**
Buffalo Bills mailroom employee Roderick “Slick Rick” Morrow has reportedly sent an eight-word message to Josh Allen after the quarterback’s touching MVP acceptance speech, in which he gave Morrow a special shoutout that went viral[1][2].
Allen, who took home the 2024 NFL MVP award, made sure to thank those around him in Buffalo, and included “Slick Rick in the mailroom” in his speech[1][2].
According to sources, the eight words Morrow sent to Allen were: “Living the dream, wouldn’t want to work anywhere else”[2].
Here’s why this story is touching hearts across the NFL:
* **Allen’s Down-to-Earth Personality:** Allen’s shoutout to Morrow highlighted his appreciation for everyone in the Bills organization, from star players to behind-the-scenes staff[1][2].
* **Slick Rick’s Reaction:** Morrow, a Buffalo native who has worked for the Bills for about 15 years, was moved to tears by Allen’s gesture[3][4]. “When he mentioned my name, I just broke down,” Morrow said[1][2].
* **A Touching Moment:** The moment resonated with many, as it showed Allen’s ability to make others feel seen and valued[1].
“Every time you walk past him, he’s just as happy as can be to be here. I’ve never had a bad interaction with him,” Allen told The Buffalo News in 2019[3].
The story of Allen and Morrow has captured the hearts of fans and media alike, with many praising Allen for his character and Morrow for his positive attitude[1].