‘It’s Doctor now’ - Seahawks great wants to be known as ‘Dr. Bobby Wagner’

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Bobby Wagner, former Seattle Seahawks linebacker, humorously announced his new title as 'Dr. Bobby Wagner' after receiving an honorary doctorate from Utah State. He joked about the name change during his commencement speech.

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Bobby Wagner received an honorary doctorate from Utah State University
He humorously announced his new title during a commencement speech
Wagner is a former Seattle Seahawks linebacker with multiple Pro Bowl selections

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 07: Linebacker Bobby Wagner #54 of the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on January 07, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 21-20. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) | Getty Images Bobby Wagner’s sense of humor is next to none. The legendary former Seattle Seahawks linebacker was chosen as the commencement speaker during Utah State’s undergraduate ceremony last month. During his speech, Wagner took a moment to lighten the mood by drawing attention to his new honorary doctorate. “If you didn’t know, my name is now Dr. Bobby Wagner,” Wagner joked during his speech (via *Seattle Times*). “And to any family members here, you need to update my name in your phone. It’s ‘Dr.’ now. I will no longer respond to ‘Bobby.’ It’s Dr. only.” Wagner played four seasons for the Aggies’ football team, appearing in 48 games from 2008 to 2011 before being drafted by the Seahawks in the second round of the 2012 NFL Draft. After finishing second in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting that season, Wagner garnered eight consecutive Pro Bowl nominations and six first-team All-Pro selections between 2014 and 2021. Wagner briefly departed for the division rival Los Angeles Rams in 2022, but returned to Seattle for 2023, earning his ninth of 10 career Pro Bowls back in the Emerald City. He has since spent the last two years with the , where he earned Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year honors this past season. At the moment, he’s an unsigned free agent. It’s always fun to see athletes stay connected with their alma maters, and it’s even cooler when they earn honorary doctorates. Dr. Bobby Wagner has a nice ring to it, don’t you think?

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Why is Bobby Wagner now referred to as 'Dr. Bobby Wagner'?

Bobby Wagner is now called 'Dr. Bobby Wagner' after receiving an honorary doctorate from Utah State University.

What achievements did Bobby Wagner have during his NFL career?

Bobby Wagner was a two-time Defensive Rookie of the Year runner-up, earned eight Pro Bowl nominations, and six first-team All-Pro selections.

Which teams has Bobby Wagner played for in the NFL?

Bobby Wagner has played for the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, and Washington Commanders during his NFL career.

‘It’s Doctor now’ - Seahawks great wants to be known as ‘Dr. Bobby Wagner’

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