When a group of first-graders wrote Blair Walsh letters to know they still supported him, the embattled Vikings kicker couldn't help but do something in return.
Just days after shanking a 27-yard field goal that would have won a playoff game against the Seattle Seahawks, Walsh visited those kids at their school to say hello, answer questions and sign autographs.
Follow @BlairWalsh3's visit to 1st graders on @Snapchat - Vikings. pic.twitter.com/sdk0dx4TlW
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) January 14, 2016
Vikings kicker Blair Walsh thanks the Blaine first graders who sent him letters. pic.twitter.com/d5pkouCNEz
— Rob Olson (@RobOlsonFOX9) January 14, 2016
The team's Twitter account captured some of the more memorable moments and exchanges during Walsh's visit to the school:
.@BlairWalsh3 confirms to first grade class that unfortunately he doesn't own a Guinea pig.
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) January 14, 2016
"These kids really made a difference in my life so I thought I'd come and help make their day." - @BlairWalsh3
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) January 14, 2016
"For them to show this empathy and kindness towards me is remarkable." - @BlairWalsh3
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) January 14, 2016
In the end, Walsh left with some extra gifts in-hand:
.@BlairWalsh3 didn't come away from Northpoint Elementary empty handed. pic.twitter.com/CYiDIMwOXi
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) January 14, 2016
