Tim Walz Gives The Most Tim Walz Pep Talk In Sports-Themed Closing Message

Democratic vice presidential nominee and former high school football coach Tim Walz  has delivered one last pep talk to voters ahead of the big game: Election Day.

Walz sat down with Stephen Colbert for an interview that aired Monday night on The Late Show. Colbert asked the Minnesota governor to bring it in for one final pep talk to undecided voters using as many sports clichs as possible.

Folks, dig down deep, Walz said. We know that were in the final two minutes of this game. Were going to give 110%. We know we have to leave it on the field, because, look, democracy is at stake here. We have an opportunity to bring this country together. Theres no I in country.

He continued:

So, look, were going to win this thing. Weve got the best candidate. We got the best quarterback out there in Kamala Harris . We got the best game plan. We know their game plan of Project 2025 isnt going to be good for any of us. And so, creating an opportunity economy, were going to put the ball over the goal line. Were going to win this thing here in the final minute. And then were going to celebrate come Wednesday morning with our quarterback, President Harris.

In August, Walz who helped lead Minnesotas Mankato West varsity team to a state championship in 1999  went viral for using a football analogy to describe his political vision, saying its important to work together toward a shared vision and show good sportsmanship.

During the 10-minute interview with Colbert, Walz discussed a range of lighthearted subjects including the highs and lows of his campaign, how he met his wife, Gwen Walz, and his reputation as a Midwestern dad.

Heading into Tuesdays election, polls still signal an incredibly tight contest between Vice President Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump . 

Asked about the close race, Walz said, It disappoints me, I think, because I think the choice is so stark. But its not surprising the country is really divided.

Youve got the Constitution vs. not the Constitution, he added. Youve got reproductive rights vs. I dont care if you like it or not , Ill tell you what to do.

According to CBS , the interview was recorded in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, and is Walzs last address on a national platform before the election.

Watch below.