Tag: Inspiration

Chiefs hail former first-round pick as ‘an inspiration’ after waiving him

The Kansas City #Chiefs hailed veteran RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire as an “inspiration” after waiving him earlier this week.

The Kansas City Chiefs’ decision to waive veteran running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire this week came as a surprise to many fans, despite the fact that the former LSU Tiger hadn’t made an impact on the team’s offense this season.

Edwards-Helaire was the Chiefs’ first-round pick in the 2020 NFL draft and played a key role in Kansas City’s rushing attack before Isiah Pacheco arrived in Western Missouri back in 2022.

After parting ways with the two-time Super Bowl champion, the Chiefs commemorated Edwards-Helaire’s tenure in Kansas City with a post to Twitter, in which the team hailed him as an “inspiration.”

Check out the Chiefs’ post about Edwards-Helaire below:

Though it is unclear if Edwards-Helaire will catch on with another team—or find his way back to Kansas City’s practice squad—it is clear that the Chiefs have no ill will toward him.

Stay tuned to see what is next for Edwards-Helaire as the regular season draws to a close.

WATCH: Brian Dawkins talks mental health, Building Relationships with veterans and more

Glenn Erby of The Eagles Wire sits down with Hall of Fame defensive back Brian Dawkins for The Eagles Wire to discuss his Salute to Service, Mental Health, Cooper DeJean, Vic Fango, and the Philadelphia Eagles.

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.

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We sat down with the legendary Eagles on behalf of USAA to discuss his relationship with USAA and the importance of supporting veterans, particularly in mental wellness. Dawkins emphasizes the need for community and support systems for individuals dealing with trauma, drawing parallels between veterans’ experiences and personal struggles.

Dawkins shares insights from his participation in a Ruck march, highlighting his respect for veterans and the inspiration he draws from their resilience. He also touches on the Eagles’ current season, reflecting on their growth and challenges, and concludes with a message of hope and gratitude amidst negativity.