... your cousin, your brother, or your best friend. He's like any other person that has had goals and obstacles to overcome, like you or like me.

Similar to us all, he's also had people tell him no, you can't and you shouldn't.

However, one of the greatest things about this Raider is his personal belief in himself, despite coaches or popular opinion. His rise to the NFL reflects his rise from HS through college in many ways.

We've all heard the saying, blessings come as disguises sometimes. For Darrius, it was incredible physical speed.

It virtually allowed DHB to pick and choose which scholarship type he wanted to accept, as he was an All-American in both football and track at Mcdonoug HS in Pomfret, MD.

Admitte...

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