# How good was Bo Jackson in his prime?

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**Created:** [September 2, 2022, 7:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-good-was-bo-jackson-in-his-prime/970833 "2022-09-02T19:07:54Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 10, 2022, 1:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-good-was-bo-jackson-in-his-prime/970833/41 "2022-10-10T13:41:07Z")

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somewhat unrelated, but this thread made me wonder why we never see or hear from him, thinking he could be a commentator or analyst… some references to attempts at acting, and his most recent gig is:

[from Wiki:](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bo_Jackson#Life_after_sports)

> Working with his brand Promise Nutraceuticals, Jackson announced a line of [CBD](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CBD_Oil) products called Hero Brand CBD in November 2021

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**Post date:** [October 10, 2022, 1:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-good-was-bo-jackson-in-his-prime/970833/42 "2022-10-10T13:56:47Z")

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> [@phungi](#):
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> somewhat unrelated, but this thread made me wonder why we never see or hear from him, thinking he could be a commentator or analyst

I’m friends with one of Jackson’s sons, with whom I worked for several years. My understanding is that Bo has a couple of business ventures, as well as being involved in running a couple of charities, particularly in Alabama – one of those is the “Bo Bikes Bama” charity bike ride.

> **[Bo Bikes Bama](https://bobikesbama.com/)**
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> Bo Bikes Bama is an annual charity bike ride led by two-sport legend and Alabama native Bo Jackson. Every year, Bo Bikes Bama raises money for the Governor

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**Post date:** [October 10, 2022, 2:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-good-was-bo-jackson-in-his-prime/970833/43 "2022-10-10T14:01:32Z")

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> [@phungi](#):
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> this thread made me wonder why we never see or hear from him, thinking he could be a commentator or analyst

Bo stuttered as a kid. He doesn’t do it now, but when I listen to him speak I get a sense that he would not be comfortable with extensive speaking engagements. I imagine that this would impact his interest in any broadcasting endeavors.

> **[The Health Condition That Led To Bo Jackson's Unique Speech Patterns - Grunge](https://www.grunge.com/938361/the-health-condition-that-led-to-bo-jacksons-unique-speech-patterns/)**
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> Bo Jackson is known as a remarkable athlete, a man who played both baseball and football professionally. His signature "Bo Knows" catchphrase has its own story.

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**Post date:** [October 10, 2022, 2:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-good-was-bo-jackson-in-his-prime/970833/44 "2022-10-10T14:26:39Z")

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> [@Bullitt](#):
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> That’s it. Bo sure was strong. And it’s not just strength but also athleticism and hand-eye coordination, to hit the balls right on the nose.

…when he connected. He struck out A LOT.

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