Description
Purdue tight end George Burhenn shares the powerful story of his father's battle with ALS and how it fuels his perseverance on and off the field.
From dealing with multiple major injuries during his college career to watching his father fight ALS with relentless positivity, George Burhenn draws strength from family. Watch the full story behind George's journey with Purdue Football and the unbreakable bond that inspires him every time he steps onto the turf.
0:00 - Introduction & Choosing Purdue
1:13 - A Father’s Life as a Firefighter
2:02 - Serving the Community & Helping Others
2:56 - The ALS Diagnosis
4:23 - Staying Close to Home at Purdue
5:10 - Breakout Moments on the Field
5:50 - Overcoming Major Injuries & Adversity
7:13 - Perspective, Resilience, and Hope
8:08 - The Fight Against ALS
9:15 - A Father & Son's Unbreakable Bond
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