In his introductory news conference with the Colts on Monday, Bynum shared that he agreed to the terms of his new contract at 4 a.m. local time in the Philippines, where he spends his offseasons, and hadn’t gone to sleep the night before.
Bynum explained with a smile that it’s the “same process as football”: watch the film, practice and execute on game day.
He also explained how elaborate celebrations have been important throughout his football career and that rejoicing in personal victories and those of teammates is an important part of the game.
“If you can play well enough to earn a celebration, to earn the fun that you’re having, then why not?” Bynum said. “You worked hard, you put the work in, so why not reward yourself by being able to really celebrate something that you were able to do right?”