The athletic world is not short of people it calls “heroes”: usually people who break records or turn in exceptional performances.
But there are some people playing sports who have reached the highest ranks only overcoming tremendous obstacles.
Linebacker Shaquem Griffin #49 (R) and brother Shaquill Griffin #26 of the Seattle Seahawks head off the field after the game against the Indianapolis Colts on August 9, 2018. Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images
Chris Jasurek
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