Karl Mecklenburg Interview

Recently, I had the opportunity to pose a few questions to the NFL All Time Great about what he has been up to since he left the NFL, the current status of the game, and a lot more. Can you share a little about the REACH Foundation that you started after retiring from football? The REACH Foundation is challenging Colorado kids to step outside of their comfort zone and try new things. I have found that kids make positive choices when they are well rounded and pursuing a passion. Learn more at http://www.karlmecklenburg.org/ Since you were a 12th round pick (number 310overall) when you came out of the University of Minnesota in 1983 and still had a brilliant career, what advice would you give players as they prepare for the NFL Draft and worry what round they may be selected in? Take advantage of the opportunity you have. Be a great special team player. Enjoy playing football and be decisive on the field. No decision or slow decisions are always wrong. Did you ... [link]