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Eager, I arrived at Rams Park excited yet anxious, only to endure what I could only describe as the worst workout of my life. I instantly called Brenda, my partner, to confess my fears—I had missed my last chance at the NFL. But surprisingly, a few days later, I received a phone call from the Rams offering me a contract. I couldn’t help but think that this opportunity came as a favor to Al, but at that moment, what felt like someone else’s trash became my treasure. I was grateful; Al had called me back and reignited my chance to chase my dreams.