Journey to Greatness

Ed Reed is one of the best safeties in NFL history. The long time Baltimore Raven talks about his journey from Destrehan, LA, to Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Ty Law talks about his journey from Aliquippa High School in Pennsylvania to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Biaggio Ali Walsh, a former running back at Bishop Gorman High School who is now at UNLV, reflects on the legacy of his grandfather, boxing legend Muhammad Ali.

Michael Irvin was a legendary wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys. He spoke to us about how his father inspired him to work to get from St. Thomas Aquinas High School to the NFL.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson talks about his rise from under-recruited prospect to NFL QB.

Now a star with the Indiana Pacers, Myles Turner began his journey to the NBA in Texas at Euless Trinity High School. It's a place he still visits to give back.

Seattle Seahawks' rookie Shaquem Griffin on his inspiring journey to the NFL

Interview with Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins

Randy Moss had his ups and downs on his path to the top, but the Pro Football Hall of Famer became one of the best to ever play the wide receiver position.

Ray Lewis's media day comments when he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Lewis was a 13-time Pro Bowler and 2-time Super Bowl champion with the Baltimore Ravens.

We look on Minkah Fitzpatrick's journey from St. Peter's Prep in New Jersey to the NFL's Miami Dolphins.

Brian Urlacher is the latest in an impressive line of Chicago Bears linebackers. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018.

Mike Haynes was one of the greatest defensive backs to ever play the game. In his post football life, he's been dedicated to making a difference in the community. He's especially active in prostate cancer awareness.

We look back on Josh Rosen's journey from St. John Bosco High School to the Arizona Cardinals.

Brandon Roy is now the head coach at Garfield High School in Seattle, where he was a prep star. He was an All-American at the University of Washington and an NBA All-Star with the Portland Trailblazers.

Kevin Durant attended three high schools growing up, but he truly thrived as as senior, including his appearance at the McDonald's All-American Game.

Ariya Jutanugarn and her sister, Moriya, grew up around golf. Now, they are both professionals, and Ariya is one of the best in the world.

Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway came from humble beginnings to become the best high school basketball player in the country in 1990. After a stellar career at Memphis State, he had a long NBA career. He is now coaching Memphis East High School.

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart was once a troubled youngster needing a new start. When he befriended Phil Forte and moved to Flower Mound, TX, he was finally on the right path. He became one of the best Texas high school players ever.

Steve Largent was the greatest NFL wide receiver of his time. He learned the value of hard work during his time at Putnam City High School in Oklahoma.

Jason Taylor didn't even try football until he was a junior in high school, but that started him on a path through Akron to the Miami Dolphins and on to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Joe Mauer is a hometown favorite in the Twin Cities. A graduate of Cretin-Derham Hall High School, Mauer almost played college football at Florida State. However, when the Minnesota Twins drafted Mauer first overall, he chose a baseball career.

LaDainian Tomlinson was a shoo-in for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017. His time at University High in Waco, TX, was an important part of his journey.

Terrell Davis played seven seasons in the NFL, but he was dominant in that time. He won two Super Bowls with the Denver Broncos and also won an NFL MVP Award. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017.