Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe, who lost his mother to cancer on Mother’s Day, says “I love you” in sign language before game during “Monday Night Football”.

Boye Mafe is a talented American college football player who played as a defensive lineman for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. He gained recognition for his skills and contributions to the team’s defense.

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Who was Bola Mafe?

Boye Mafe, the talented football player and native of Hopkins, uses American Sign Language to convey heartfelt messages. Among these messages are expressions of love and affection, such as “I love you” and “mom.” However, his use of sign language goes beyond these expressions, as he also sends a special message to someone dear to him, Bola. Unfortunately, Bola passed away from pancreatic cancer on Mother’s Day in 2018.

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Through sign language, Boye communicates the following sentiments to Bola:

I know you are watching over me.
I know I’m going to go out there and perform for you.
I miss you every day.
I think about you every day.

These heartfelt messages reflect Boye Mafe’s deep love and connection with Bola, and his determination to honor her memory through his actions and achievements. It’s a touching way for him to keep her spirit alive and feel her presence as he pursues his dreams and endeavors on the football field and in life.