NEWTON, Mass. — As the New England Patriots once upgraded the turf at Gillette Stadium, wide receiver Wes Welker is now upgrading his own “playing surface” — by opting for a hair restoration procedure.
Welker, known for his quick cuts on the field and now apparently off it, underwent the procedure this week with Dr. Robert Leonard, a hair restoration specialist based in Newton, Massachusetts. The doctor, who detailed the appointment in a blog post, shared that the experience was both professional and personal.
“[Wes] could not have been more polite and gracious during his consultation,” Leonard wrote. “During the procedure, we had a great time chatting about his recent wedding, our families, and travel experiences.”
According to Leonard, the Patriots star was equally warm with his clinic’s staff, posing for photos and signing memorabilia. The doctor expressed enthusiasm not just for the upcoming football season, but also for what he described as a “growing friendship” — and, of course, for Welker’s soon-to-be-growing hair.
The procedure marks a lighter moment in the offseason for Welker, whose every move tends to attract media attention — this one included. The Associated Press covered the story, and even sports commentary site Deadspin noted its coverage, lending a bit of tongue-in-cheek legitimacy to the follicular news.
While some might downplay the significance of a celebrity hair transplant, others recognize the symbolic weight. After all, image is currency in professional sports, and for someone constantly under the camera’s lens, a full head of hair may carry as much psychological edge as any piece of gear.
Humor aside, fans may want to brace for Welker’s aesthetic transformation. With visible results expected within four months, there’s a real chance his Week 12 appearance against the New York Jets could include a surprise — not on the scoreboard, but under the helmet. A cascade of rejuvenated hair might be the highlight no one saw coming.
For those wondering if this cosmetic upgrade interferes with his gameplay, rest assured: Welker has already been cleared to wear a helmet again. And considering the hits he’s likely to take this season, that’s probably a good call.
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