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Eric J. LeGrand (born September 4, 1990) is an American former football defensive tackle who played college football for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. He became paralyzed while making a tackle in an October 2010 game, but has since regained movement in his shoulders and sensation throughout his body.
Mar 9, 2024 · Eric LeGrand was a Rutgers University football player who fractured his C3 and C4 vertebrae in 2010, leaving him paralyzed. He has since become a motivational speaker, author, fundraiser, and founder of a coffee shop and a whiskey label.
Eric LeGrand is a former Rutgers football player who sustained a spinal cord injury in 2010 and became a philanthropist, sports analyst and author. He also launched his own clothing, coffee and whiskey brands, and received the Jimmy V Award and the Warrior Award.
Welcome to the official website of entrepreneur, motivational speaker, sports analyst, author and philanthropist Eric LeGrand.
May 21, 2021 · Eric LeGrand, a former Rutgers football player, was paralyzed from the neck down in 2010 after a collision with an Army player. He shares how he rebuilt his life, launched a coffee business, and inspires others with his story.
Dec 4, 2021 · Eric LeGrand was paralyzed playing defense for special teams on a kickoff return late in the fourth quarter of an NCAA game against Army. The stadium fell silent while the extent of his injuries was realized right before their eyes.
Jul 27, 2021 · Eric LeGrand is a former Rutgers defensive tackle who became paralyzed in 2010 while making a tackle. He shares his inspiring story of recovery, writing, speaking, and signing a symbolic contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
