THE GUEST WHO’S BLESSED BY THE BEST
Check out some of my favorite interviews below where I am the guest who’s Blessed By The Best.
Eagles Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins brings the passion to LifePath/PICPA banquet in Fogelsville
Hall of Famer connects football and military communities to support mental health
Six years ago, Brian Dawkins shared one of his most personal struggles during his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech. Life weighed heavily on Dawkins during the early part of his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, as he admitted to dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts as a rookie. It was a vulnerable revelation, one Dawkins said he chose to make public after prayer and reflection.
Brian Dawkins talks about Mental Health, Building Relationships with veterans
Brian Dawkins is an all-time great athlete and a Hall of Famer, but he’s progressed into an even greater man. He’s focused on service, using his platform to bolster the mental health of others and pouring into others with his faith, resilience, and empathy.
The Hall of Famer participated in a ruck march in San Antonio, Texas, in partnership with USAA, the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), and Face The Fight to help amplify the cause of mental health awareness and, more specifically, support the mission of the battle of veteran suicide prevention. During his HOF induction speech in 2018, Dawkins notably talked about his mental health struggles while in the NFL, sharing his thoughts of suicide and how he ultimately overcame them.
NFL legend Brian Dawkins reflects on marching in 5K with US veterans for suicide prevention: 'Honor for me'
Brian Dawkins, one of the most feared defenders football has ever seen, has always been vocal when it comes to mental health struggles and how he overcame his own.
He took time in his Hall of Fame speech to discuss those issues and continues to be an advocate for those struggling, including U.S. military veterans.
In partnership with USAA, the Wounded Warrior Project and Face The Fight, Dawkins traveled to San Antonio, recently to participate in a “ruck march” to help amplify mental health awareness, and more specifically, the ever-important mission of battling veteran suicide prevention.
NFL Legend Brian Dawkins Talks Eagles, Patrick Mahomes and More in B/R Interview
The 7-0 Kansas City Chiefs are trying to become the first team in NFL history to win three straight Super Bowls, and it might take a group of Hall of Fame defenders to stop them.
Hall of Fame defenders like Brian Dawkins.
“Going against that juggernaut of an offense under Andy Reid, I would have loved to—in my prime—to go against those individuals,” the legendary safety told Bleacher Report.
Dawkins might have quite the advantage considering he played under Reid on the Philadelphia Eagles for 10 seasons. Going up against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs would also mean he was matched up with Travis Kelce, which is the kind of showdown football fans could only dream of at this point.
Brian Dawkins, retired Philadelphia Eagle, supports single-parent families through philanthropic efforts
Brian Dawkins, NFL Hall of Famer and former safety for the Philadelphia Eagles, is likely best known for his tenacity on the field. But at 50, he’s focused on his legacy beyond football.
“I am blessed by the best,” Dawkins said. “And with those blessings, I’m supposed to bless as many people as possible.”