I think he meant Michael Jackson both for the eccentricity and talent. If I were to think of an analog to Michael Jordan in football, I think of Pele. Although,

I think he meant Michael Jackson both for the eccentricity and talent. If I were to think of an analog to Michael Jordan in football, I think of Pele. Although, in my opinion, and also relatively speaking, I think Pele accomplished a lot more than Michael Jordan in the corresponding sport.