These are the real deal.
You probably remember back in December when it was reported that Joe Burrow got his offensive linemen a very original gift for Christmas, Katana swords that date back to 17th century Japan.
Paul Dehner Jr. gave us more detail, writing, “They are all unique. Each sword comes with its own story, from certain towns or battles.”
The star QB would later explain how he arrived at the idea.
#Bengals Joe Burrow on the Christmas present he bought his O Line
“They wanted guns and I was like I don’t know about guns guys. So I was in the weapon mindset and I thought what’s cool and samurai swords I think are pretty dang cool.” pic.twitter.com/hf9VMsYzox
— Around The Jungle (@aroundthejungle) December 22, 2024
Well now we finally get to see the awesome gift.
WLWT reporter Lindsay Stone met with Bengals center Ted Karras and got to see his sword up close.
Hanging out with Bengals team captain Ted Karras today to talk all things @CincyHat
…and of course he had to show off his Christmas gift from Joe Burrow
I’m now adding katana sword to my Christmas list pic.twitter.com/GT8EQmxIYd
— Lindsay Stone (@_LindsayStone) January 13, 2025
Needless to say, they look just as close as one would imagine.
Burrow and the offense had a tremendous year, coming up just short of the playoffs.
You can see some of his best plays in the video below.
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