Get IN. with Nate Spangle The Underdog Story: Undrafted to Super Bowl 59 | Carson Steele, KC Chiefs
Today's show features Carson Steele, a notable NFL player from Center Grove, Indiana, who plays for the Kansas City Chiefs.
From dealing with the disappointment of not being invited to the NFL combine and going undrafted, Steele's resilience and dedication have led him to compete at the highest level.
We discuss his upbringing, high school achievements, college career at Ball State and UCLA, and journey to landing a spot in the NFL.
We also dive into his experience at Super Bowl LIX, the Chiefs' camaraderie, fitting into the Kansas City culture and his famed pet alligator, Crocky J.
You are going to learn about: - Carson's Pre-NFL Background - How Carson's Resilience Led Him to the NFL - Carson's Rookie Season Culminating with an Appearance in Super Bowl LIX
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Check out these great clips from the show: 00:00 Overcoming Adversity: The Carson Steele Story 01:46 Guest Introduction: Carson Steele, NFL Player 02:59 High School Glory: Center Grove to Mr. Football 06:35 College Journey: Ball State to UCLA 12:51 Navigating the Transfer Portal and NIL Deals 22:44 NFL Dreams: From Pro Days to Draft Day 27:50 Undrafted to the NFL: Joining the Kansas City Chiefs 29:40 NFL Roster Cuts and Intense Competition 31:20 Training Camp and Preseason Challenges 36:34 Making the 53-Man Roster 43:22 Super Bowl Experience and Reflections 49:48 Personal Stories and Reflections
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