The Eric LeGrand Story

Eric LeGrand is a source of inspiration, hope and perseverance for so many. A standout high school football player from Avenel, New Jersey, LeGrand went on to play for Rutgers University, and by his sophomore year, he led the team with 13 tackles on kickoff coverage and recorded a tackle-for-loss in seven games. However, on October 16, 2010 during Eric’s junior year, he suffered a severe spinal cord injury playing against the revered Army football team at MetLife Stadium, leaving him paralyzed. Although experiencing many setbacks and hardships since this unforeseen accident, he has gained a tremendous amount of courage, faith and strength throughout his rehabilitation that has captured the nation.

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