Aidan Robbins is a current running back for BYU who transferred from UNLV. Ranked the No. 12 overall prospect in Kentucky and No. 55 running back in the nation (247sports) out of high school, Led UNLV in rushing with 209 carries for 1,011 yards and nine touchdowns in 2022, & Averaged 4.8 yards per carry, while also catching 23 passes for 125 yards and a touchdown in 2022.
Originally from Louisville, Aidan talks about his journey in football, with a strong emphasis on personal growth, and the importance of listening to those who have already achieved success in the sport, such as NFL players and his father.
He firmly believes in the significance of paying attention to details and setting oneself apart from others in order to achieve success, going above and beyond what is expected. Aiden explains that football is a business and that making smart decisions and networking are crucial for longevity and success.
Appreciating the knowledge and experiences passed down to him by his father and uses them as guidance in his own career as he chases his NFL dream.
Join Eric Mika and Aiden Robbins on this episode of the Now For Later to learn more about Aidan's past and upcoming football career, and hear them debate which sport is easier... football or basketball?
Timestamps:
1:56 Family and Warning of Lake Larnier
6:02 Journey to Football
8:17 Family Guidance and Football Lessons
9:33 Father's Influence and Advice about Football
20:31 Perseverance in College Football 23:30 Believing in Oneself and Overcoming Adversity
25:26 Achievements Beyond Athletics
31:36 The Power of Networking
35:48 The Value of Mentorship and NIL DealsConnect with Eric & the Now For Later Pod
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