Unsung Hero of the Day, 4/20/09: Billy Bajema

I am proud to announce that today's Unsung Hero of the Day is Billy Bajema! He represents all that a good football player should: class on the field and class off the field. He's a man of character, a man of virtue, and a manly man. He's also white, meaning his athleticism leaves something to be desired. But he makes up for it with his blocking skills. What a big dude.

All these superior traits have paid of for our Hero. No, I'm not talking about his 7 career catches for 88 yards; are you serious? That belongs in a different league (sorry, NFL Europe folded. No wait, I apologize for the insult... please don't take it personally Billy... I promise, I think you're awesome). What I'm talking about is life-lasting. He's got a stud of a wife. What a prize; she's also very tall. I had the privalege of sitting next to her and her friend during the first 2007 preseason game against the Broncos (at least until we got sent back to our actual seats further up in the 3rd quarter). She's a nice girl. Props to you, Billy.

Bajema attended Oklahoma State for college (I guess Niners fans have to look past his Cowboy background). He was on some of the same teams as Rashaun Woods. Which one worked out better for the 49ers...? Rashaun Woods = BUST. Anyway, here's a great highlight from his college career. Who knew that he used to be able to run?

Crazy little known fact about Billy Bajema that demonstrates his awesomeness: in 2004, he won the National Bobby Bowden Award from the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, which honored him for his athletic performance, his academic excellence, and his conduct as a faith model in his community. Baller.

Sadly, Billy Bajema has left the 49ers for hated division rival St. Louis. Despite this, I would like to say that Billy Bajema always has a place in our hearts. Come back to San Francisco. We love you.

Unsung Hero of the Day, 4/20/09, Billy Bajema!