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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