Q&A with Jon Beason

Q. Who was a key mentor or motivator in your life?
My mother for strength and motivation. Jerry Rice for his desire to be the best and his work ethic.

Q. What's your favorite hobby away from football?
Just relaxing to a suspense or drama on Blu-ray.

Q. What are you afraid of?
Failure.

Q. What television show won't you miss or always record?
“America's Best Dance Crew.”

Q. What's your guilty pleasure?
Procrastination.

Q. What's your favorite vacation spot?
Las Vegas.

Q. What other position would you love to play?
Safety or running back.

Q. What's your ideal post-football career?
Mentor or motivational speaker.

Q. Who was your sports hero growing up?
Jerry Rice, considered the greatest.

Q. What did you buy with your first NFL paycheck?
A KitKat bar.

(charlotte.com)