In this episode of Storm Sessions, Miami defensive lineman Armando Blount joins us to share his unique path to The U. Growing up in South Florida, Armando got into football "because all the kids in school played football" —but quickly found himself drawn to the physicality of the game. He talks about how that aggression on the field contrasts with his academic drive, carrying a 4.5 GPA, graduating early, and earning valedictorian honors. He reflects on why he chose Miami, what it was like playing his first season at just 17, and his curiosity-driven approach to learning that keeps him diving into new subjects off the field. Armando touches on life after football and what might come next. We finish the episode with fan-submitted questions.