Detroit Lions defensive back Ennis Rakestraw Jr. shared the story of his NFL dream and the promise he made to one of his former teachers more than a decade ago.
Ennis Rakestraw Jr. was born in Texas and grew up just outside of Dallas. He then rose to stardom during his standout run as a defensive back for the Missouri Tigers. Last month, the Detroit Lions selected him in the second round of the NFL Draft. When Rakestraw received the phone call from the Lions, not only did it turn his lifelong dream into a reality, it also meant that he would be able make good on a childhood promise.
You put it out there at 10 years old and made it happen!!! I have no words for how proud I am of you! Also, I’m telling everyone I played with and against you and threw multiple touchdowns to you and on you. Yes, it was recess… but it's technically true! 'Again, SO PROUD!' Rakestraw finished his college football career with 107 tackles, three forced fumbles and one interception.
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