Danny Wuerffel, President - Wuerffel Foundation
Inside the Headset with the AFCA
Release Date: 09/26/2024
Inside the Headset with the AFCA
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info_outlineThis week on Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Danny Wuerffel from the Wuerffel Foundation as he reflects on his playing career, shares his passion for community service, and talks about the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy and its collaboration with the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team. A former Heisman Trophy winner and National Champion at the University of Florida, Danny Wuerffel has devoted his life to serving others and honoring the service contributions of current college football players.
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1:05 Reflecting on your successful playing career and the coaches that impacted your career.
8:30 Getting involved with Desire Street Ministries and becoming the Executive Director following Hurricane Katrina.
16:55 Establishing the Wuerffel Trophy and partnering with the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.