In the grand scheme of things, an NFL jersey number means absolutely nothing. With last names on everyone’s uniforms, a number doesn’t even identify players on the field. It serves no practical purpose whatsoever. It’s purely aesthetic, almost a fashion statement for fans and players who think certain numbers just look better. It’s an unspoken thread woven into mostly superficial conversations about the professional game. But who am I kidding? Where’s the fun if we can’t keep up with the style choices of skill players and headliners who change a tiny portion of their game attire? Jersey numbers are kind of…