Chris Rainey, Gator standout and CFL Legend, talks football journey

On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former former All-American at Florida and CFL All-Star, Chris Rainey. 

Chris Rainey can run. He says in 8th grade he could run a sub 4.4 40. At that point it was the fast lane to varsity football and a full ride to the University of Florida. Under Urban Meyer he would win a NCAA Championship while earning All-American honors in track and field.

While many people may know that portion of Rainey’s journey - Chris takes the time to open up about much more. After a short NFL stint he has become one of the most prolific return men in CFL history. He is still writing his football story as he gears up to play this season with the BC Lions. 

Rainey talks about his early life in what is the most eye opening part of our conversation. When you consider what his starting point in life was, it is nothing short of a miracle that he ended up where he is. Just the fact that he has been able to buck the trend in how he was raised is incredible, in my humble opinion.

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