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Devin Thomas
Full Name : Devin Thomas Height : 6 ’ 2 ’ Education : Michigan State
Occupation : Professional Football Player , Coach , Philanthropist and Entrepreneur
Devin Thomas is a NY Giants , Super Bowl 46 Champion from the State of Michigan . Devin has a humble spirit and positive outlook on life . He loves giving back to the community by coaching and mentoring . He often visits low-income neighborhoods and inspires youth to achieve their goals . Devin believes that if youth see that he came from a similar background as them , they will know that they too can achieve immeasurable heights . He encourages young athletes to persevere through disappointment and pain . He reminds young men and women that injury and pain is a part of the game . Devin teaches his mentees to work hard on their craft and set high expectations .
Most importantly , Devin believes that God is the ultimately planner and will put you on the path you should be on . Devin has since retired from the NFL in order to embark on his next journey in life . He is building a program to incorporate health , wellness , and fitness .
Devin is a leader in his community . He defines leadership as someone who can :
• Diffuse situations
• Lead from behind
• Keep a strong head on your shoulders
• Take responsibility for others
• Keeping calm when facing adversity
8 Fall / Winter 2016 | NURAMagazine . com