There is nowhere to hide in an NFL huddle. As a young center, I stood shoulder to shoulder with future Hall of Famers like Troy Aikman, Michael Irvin, and Deion Sanders, along with other incredible players. I realized quickly that I had to go all in to stay on the field with those late-90s Dallas Cowboys, winners of multiple Super Bowls that decade. I was strong, but also one of the smallest linemen in the league. Only effort was going to keep me on the roster. If I wasn't committed on every play, my football days would be numbered. I am grateful to have spent four years in the NFL. I haven't worn pads in over two decades, but I'm still as committed as ever to other important things in my life. I'm no longer executing blocks for Emmitt Smith, but I'm more committed than ever to the people who rely on me-my wife, kids, friends, and community. I believe in commitment to what matters most in life, and men who know how to stay committed, who consistently give full effort and don't ba...
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