Browns and WR Davone Bess agree to 3-year extension worth $11.5M, $5.75M guaranteed
April 27, 2013NFL Draft: Browns trade 4th round pick to Steelers for 3rd rounder in 2014
April 27, 2013NFL Films profiles newly acquired Browns WR Davone Bess and his remarkable journey from nearly losing it all to becoming an NFL wide receiver.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vA0cK_apuw&feature=youtu.be
Bess grew up in a rough neighborhood on Oakland’s east side. His dad was caught up in the fast life of the streets of Oakland, exposing Bess to the harshest realities life had to offer, watching his uncle get killed right in front of him. Despite the tough circumstances, Bess managed to stay out of trouble, keeping his focus and dedication on the football field. He was an all-city selection and had earned a scholarship to Oregon State before one night changed everything.
While giving friends what Bess called a “routine ride”, he and his friends were stopped by a police officer who found thousands of dollars worth of stolen electronics in the bags Bess’s friends possessed. Bess was adamant of his innocence throughout the legal process, but as the driver Bess was convicted of possession of stolen goods and sentenced to 13 months in jail, a harsh sentence for first offense offender of a non violent crime.
Watching Bess speak of the hardships he faced, and the journey he went through to get to where he’s at brings to new light the Browns newest wide receiver.
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he can add ‘making the pro-bowl as a Browns WR’ to his list of major life challenges.
good video – love the commitment and hard-working attitude. Welcome to BrownsTown