“Everyone Was Crying”: Weeping Charles Barkley Bares His Heart Out for One of a Kind NFL Draft Night Story

Whenever an athlete is about to be drafted to their league, that moment changes their life forever. These athletes are the ones who have dreamt and worked for their big moment. When they get to finally live it, it becomes a highlight of their life. As one of the greatest NBA players ever, Charles Barkley knows that feeling so well. Which is why he was able to relate to the one-of-a-kind NFL draft story recently.

Barkley told Ernie Johnson on the recent episode of The Steam Room about the draft story of Deuce Vaughn of the Dallas Cowboys. He explained the story behind the scene and why it made him so emotional that he ended up shedding tears.

Charles Barkley retells the story of Deuce Vaughn and Chris Vaughn of the Dallas Cowboys

In the 2023 NFL drafts, the league and its fans witnessed a very special moment. Deuce, a 21-year-old running back, was on the verge of getting his dreams fulfilled. However, it took him a bit longer, which often creates unbearable anxiety. The draft went through several rounds, and Deuce was yet to hear his name being called. Although he waited, with no better option, his time finally arrived in the sixth round. The cherry on top of this remarkable moment was that his father Chris got to make that special call to his son. Chris also works as a college scout for the Dallas Cowboys.

Barkley was very touched by the story as he discussed it in the episode of The Steam Room. Although Sir Charles didn’t watch the entire segment, he watched the ‘best’ part later. He said, “It was really great television and it was emotional and everybody was crying.” Recalling the beautiful story, he said, “When I saw it, it brought tears to my eyes.”

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Sir Charles had advice for all the other young athletes who are appearing for the draft this year. He said that although it is a great opportunity for all, they should not get disheartened if their names are not called up this year.

He added that getting drafted is one of the greatest honors of an athlete’s life, as he wished all the young athletes good luck for their big moment.

Chris Vaughn did not play a role in the Cowboys’ drafting of his son

As a scout, giving opinions and recommendations is part of the job. However, the newest Cowboys recruit’s father refrained from doing so. Owing to the principles and rules put in place to ensure fairness in the process, Chris Vaughn did not play a role in the build-up to his son’s big moment. However, he did get to make “the best phone call,” of his life, telling his son that the two will be working for the same franchise now.

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