Shiyazh Pete on inspiring Navajo Nation and the speech that made him a viral sensation
Most professional football players gain fans and win fame from what they do during the game. In the case of rookie offensive lineman Shiyazh Pete, millions came to know him from what he said afterward. Pete, the first Navajo player to sign an NFL contract, was invited by the coach to address his team in the locker room, and his words went viral. Amna Nawaz spoke with Pete about his journey.
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