No one can say that the mayor of New Orleans, LaToya Cantrell, is not a woman of the people.
Although the Seahawks quarterback did not officially request a switch, Cantrell posted a video on Twitter not only recruiting Wilson for the Saints, but also his wife, pop singer Ciara.
With Ciara’s “Level Up” playing in the background, Cantrell argued why Wilson should make it to Big Easy.
“I heard the rumors now and I want to make sure you understand that the city of New Orleans is a place for you and your beautiful family,” said Cantrell. “I know, Mr. Wilson, that you will be a great addition to the New Orleans Saints, and more importantly, I can see us winning that Super Bowl championship once again.”
Cantrell also said he could see Ciara on the main stage at the annual Essence Festival in New Orleans.
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan responded to Cantrell and said Wilson is not going anywhere on his own Tweet. She also said that her city is in the market for an NBA team.
After rumors of Wilson calling for a Seahawks switch began to spin earlier this week, Wilson’s agent, Mark Rogers, told ESPN that Wilson had informed the team that he wanted to stay in Seattle. However, if the team had fun changing it, it would consider only the Saints, Cowboys, Raiders and Bears.
Saints quarterback Drew Brees is still on the list.