Matt Rhule: 'Guys like Ty Robinson are why guys like me coach'

Carolina Panthers head coach inspired by wide receiver's story of perseverance

Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule has been open this week about how much wide receiver Ty Robinson's story inspires him.

Robinson, a 25-year old rookie, spent several years working as a coach before Carolina gave him a shot in the NFL. He missed the entire 2022 season due to a torn ACL, but returned to the field in the Panthers' preseason win over the Buffalo Bills.

Rhule said after the game that Robinson's story was an inspiration to him and the entire team.

"Guys like Ty Robinson are why guys like me coach," he said. "He's overcome so much in his life, and he's never given up on his dream. He's an inspiration to us all."

Robinson was a standout player at the University of South Carolina, but he went undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft.

He spent the next two seasons coaching high school football before the Panthers signed him to a futures contract in January 2022.

Robinson's story is a reminder that it's never too late to achieve your dreams. He's an inspiration to us all.

The challenges Robinson has faced

Robinson's journey to the NFL has been far from easy. He grew up in a tough neighborhood in Atlanta, and he had to overcome a lot of obstacles to get to where he is today.

Robinson's father was killed when he was just 10 years old, and he had to help his mother raise his younger siblings.

Despite the challenges he faced, Robinson never gave up on his dream of playing in the NFL. He worked hard in high school and college, and he eventually earned a scholarship to the University of South Carolina.

Robinson was a standout player at South Carolina, but he went undrafted in the NFL Draft.

He spent the next two seasons coaching high school football before the Panthers signed him to a futures contract in January 2022.

Robinson's story is an inspiration to us all. He's overcome so much in his life, and he's never given up on his dream. He's a reminder that it's never too late to achieve your dreams.

How Robinson inspires Rhule

Rhule said that Robinson's story inspires him because it shows that anything is possible if you work hard and never give up.

"Ty's story is a reminder that we can all achieve our dreams if we're willing to put in the work," Rhule said. "He's an inspiration to me, and I'm grateful to have him on our team."

Robinson's story is a powerful reminder that we can all overcome challenges and achieve our dreams. He's an inspiration to us all.