The Man Beneath The Helmet: Adam Shead


Posted September 5, 2012 by Stephanie Kuzydym Comment on this article Leave a comment

Every year we learn their names, their numbers and their stats. If we’re lucky, we see their personality shine through after a big play or during the slice of a quote in the newspaper. The men in the Oklahoma Sooners jerseys are more than a number in a program or another chance at a national title. They are student athletes with stories waiting to be told. We’d like to thank OU Athletics Communications staff for their assistance. The Oklahoman brings you “The Man Beneath The Helmet.”

University of Oklahoma football player Adam Shead autographs a football as players visit the Veteran's Center with Quinton Carter's SOUL Foundation on Thursday, December 16, 2010, in Norman, Okla. Photo by Steve Sisney, The Oklahoman
University of Oklahoma football player Adam Shead autographs a football as players visit the Veteran's Center with Quinton Carter's SOUL Foundation on Thursday, December 16, 2010, in Norman, Okla. Photo by Steve Sisney, The Oklahoman

NAME: Adam Shead

POSITION: Offensive guard

NICKNAME: Sheaddy or S-head

If I weren’t playing football, I’d be at an HBCU (Historically Black College or University) playing in the band. I’m a trombone player.

If I could trade positions for a day, I’d choose quarterback

Despite what you’ve heard, I’ve never ate at a buffet … alone.

My favorite part of OU is Campus Corner.

My favorite part of football is game day

The weirdest question I’ve ever been asked is how many times have I been to Taco Bell.

I chose my number because it was my first number when I started football.

I’m on Twitter once a day.

My favorite meal my momma makes is ox tails and rice.

I chose OU for the tradition.

Most people don’t know this but I really like marching bands.

The toughest part about being a student athlete is learning how to manage your time.

I wish I could be faster.

My best stress reliever is watching re-runs of The Office.

On game day, I listen to rap.

If I were Big 12 commissioner for a day, I would reinstate the Big 12 Championships.

Something you should know about this team is we are really close.

My favorite super hero is Superman.

Nothing pumps me up more on Game Day than music.

My celebrity crush is Beyonce.

The person who motivates me most is my family.

Oklahoma football is a way of life.





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