This week’s Faith, Family, & Football feature is: Brady Quinn, Current Kansas City Chief.
Brady is currently in his 6th NFL season and his 1st with the Kansas City Chiefs. He was drafted in the 1st round of the 2007 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns and spent his first three years with the organization. He was with the Denver Broncos from 2010 to 2011, and acquired by the Chiefs this past off-season.
Last week, Brady earned his first start as quarterback for the Chiefs. Through his play and leadership he earned the trust of his coach and teammates and has been named the starter for this week’s matchup against the Raiders.
Brady has consistently achieved success both on and off the field throughout his life. In 2007, he graduated from Notre Dame with dual degrees in Political Science and Finance. Brady also participated in NFLPE’s 2009 Business Management and Entrepreneurial workshop at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Throughout his career, Brady has been vocal about his faith and continually sought ways to enhance his personal development. He carries himself with great humility and possesses a deep passion to please God. In the midst of a busy game week schedule, Brady made it a priority to talk to NFLPE and share his views about Faith, Family, & Football.
PE: Why is faith important to you?
Quinn: My faith in Jesus Christ as my lord and savior is what motivates me to demonstrate the amazing gifts he's bestowed upon me to play the game of football. I want to use football as a platform to talk about the one who drives me and continues to bless me through times of adversity in my life.
PE: Tell us about your family and the impact they’ve had on your life?
Quinn: My family has continually been a crutch to lean on in my life. They have always provided encouragement in times of need and have been there to celebrate in times of joy. We are all so blessed to be a part of the NFL, so I do my best to make them a part of this incredible journey.
PE: What does being a father mean to you?
Quinn: Being a father to me, means setting the example of the type of man you want to be, to impact this world for the better. Demonstrating to others the "right" way of doing things and the "right" way of treating people, so that your son or daughter will continue to strive and set an example for others as well.
PE: How has your faith and family helped you develop off the field?
Quinn: My faith & family has allowed me to put things into perspective. The greatest legacy I will have to leave behind is my children, not any record or any championship. It’s the ones who can go forward and have a positive impact on this world.
PE: How do you balance faith, family, and football?
Quinn: I think balance is vital in this department. It allows you to enjoy the game knowing that there is more to life than just football. The lessons learned on the field can be very applicable to your everyday life and interactions with your family and even your faith. The key is prioritizing each and setting aside enough time so you can continue to focus on the big picture and not spend too much time and energy on one more than the other.
PE: What advice would you give to student athletes and current professional athletes in regards to their faith, family, and football?
Quinn: To trust your faith, love your family, and enjoy every moment you have playing football. We are all very blessed to have the opportunity!
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