“Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.”
-Booker T. Washington
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Great Valley
-Southeastern All Decade Team
-1st Team All-Area
-1st Team Wide Receiver & Defensive Back
-1st District Title in School History
-1,000 Receiving Yds
-9 Interceptions, 3 Returned for Touchdowns
-7 Kick/Punt Return TD’s, 5 Rushing TD’s, 5 Receiving TD’s
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University of Delaware
-1st Team All-American
-1st Team All Conference (2x)
-Male Athlete of the Year (2018-2019)
-1st player in over 10 years to start every game of his career at Delaware
-265 total tackles, ranking among the top-five defensive backs in program history
-Only player in the country with over 160 tackles and nine INTs (2017 & 2018)
-11 interceptions, 24 pass deflections, 4 forced fumbles
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Los Angeles Chargers
-Selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the second round of the 2019 NFL draft
-Became the highest-drafted defensive player in University of Delaware history
-Three year starter with the Los Angeles Chargers after spending rookie year on injured reserve
-232 tackles, 12 pass deflections, 3 interceptions
From Adversity to Clarity:
While Nasir Adderley enjoyed success throughout his career, it did not come without significant obstacles.
During his senior season at Delaware, Adderley played through the second half of the season and the Senior Bowl despite a significant high ankle sprain.
As the injury worsened, his dream of participating in the NFL Combine no longer was a possibility.
After recovering from the ankle injury, Adderley faced another challenge on pro day when he suffered a split tendon in his hamstring halfway through his 40-yard dash.
This ultimately led to him being placed on injured reserve during his rookie season in the NFL.
In addition to these injuries, Adderley battled chronic migraines and a hand injury that progressively worsened over time, further complicating his ability to perform at his best.
Motivated by these experiences, Adderley continued to evolve in the health and wellness space.
Adderley’s journey has given him a sense of purpose beyond football, leveraging his platform to make a lasting impact on others' health and well-being.
As a graduate in Health Behavior Science, he has developed a deeper understanding of how lifestyle, behavior, and wellness impact overall health.
With his expertise, he is equipped to support you in adopting healthier lifestyles.
