The Saints’ receivers are sick of 49ers’ receiver Anquan Boldin. So sick, they jokingly made up wrist bands with the acronym “WWAD” for
“What would Anquan do.” This is in response to Saints receivers coach John Morton, who was Boldin’s position coach the last four seasons in San Francisco. Morton was so impressed with Boldin’s on-field and off-field approach, he constantly gave his players examples of what Boldin did. That’s when Saints receiver Joe Morgan made up wrist bands with “WWAD” embossed on them.
Boldin’s influence isn’t limited to New Orleans. Before coming to the 49ers, those around the Ravens thought Boldin was the real leader of the team, even more than linebacker Ray Lewis, who has since retired.
Boldin’s recommendation of Torrey Smith helped land Boldin’s former Ravens teammate in San Francisco with a five-year deal including $22 million guaranteed – a contract the 49ers rarely offer their own players. Part of the reason was so younger players could listen to Boldin-Smith conversations.