Rams rookie CB Decobie Durant joins Bryant McFadden to discuss his unique journey to the pros. Cobie shares how he arrived at South Carolina State and why he needed a side job at FedEx to maintain his dreams. He also explains the differences between historically black colleges and universities and D1 programs, how HBCUs can benefit from NIL and beating Deion Sanders and Jackson State in the Celebration Bowl. Durant also speaks about his 2-interception performance vs. Clemson which may have put him on the NFL map. The young corner discusses being around Rams standouts like Sean McVay, Jalen Ramsey and Aaron Donald. What are Cobie's expectations for the season and who does he want to intercept the most? All that and more on this awesome episode!

(1:30) South Carolina State/HBCU football

(14:30) NFL dreams

(18:30) Rams focus

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