From the Gridiron to Growth: Drue Tranquill’s Journey Through Adversity, Faith, and Mental Resilience.
Drue Tranquill, a native of Fort Wayne, Indiana, has carved a remarkable path from his early days at Carroll High School to the pinnacle of professional football. At Carroll, he showcased his athletic prowess by recording 75 tackles and rushing for 1,420 yards with 28 touchdowns during his senior year. His exceptional performance led him to the University of Notre Dame, where he played as a linebacker and safety for the Fighting Irish. Despite facing challenges, including two ACL injuries, Tranquill's resilience and leadership were evident, culminating in him winning the prestigious Wuerffel Trophy in 2018, which honors exemplary community service and academic achievement.
Selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft, Tranquill quickly made his mark in the NFL. His rookie season saw him earn a spot on the PFWA All-Rookie Team, reflecting his immediate impact on the field. After four seasons with the Chargers, he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2023. His tenure with the Chiefs has been highlighted by significant contributions to the team's defense, culminating in a Super Bowl LVIII victory.
Beyond his athletic achievements, Tranquill has been open about his personal battles with severe anxiety, which began in childhood. He has actively sought ways to manage his mental health, including the use of innovative tools like the FDA-cleared Q-Collar to protect his brain during games. His commitment to mental well-being extends off the field; he has hosted "The Drue Tranquill Show" podcast, where he engages in authentic conversations with fellow athletes about their journeys and mental health challenges. Drue’s advocacy for mental health awareness and his dedication to fostering meaningful dialogues make him a compelling guest for RemedyLIVE's Texteractive event.
“We are honored that Drue would choose to spend a night with us talking about mental health. He is a special guy. It will be an incredible night for us all!”
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Trivia Competitions - Engaging Videos - Great Food - Ridiculous Fun
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So What Is Texteractive?
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Once a year, we come together as a community to remind ourselves of the power and significance of conversations. Conversations are more potent than the challenges we face, the shame we experience, and the isolation we endure. Texteractive is more than just an event. It's a game show, a highlight reel, and a technological conversation involving hundreds of people that reminds us that we are not alone. It emphasizes that although the struggle is real, so is hope.
Things to know about Texteractive:
throughout the event, you will use your smartphone to win gameshow prizes as you and your table compete against everyone else!
Mission BBQ is providing delicious food for the evening.
Meaningful videos and live testimonies will engage you in the conversation and challenge you to lower the stigma around mental health conversations.
Watch the 2023 Recap Video to see more!