Former NFL player to espouse perseverance at Dec. 1 talk

(RIPON) - NFL player Anthony Griggs is no stranger to hard work and perseverance both on the field and off. He will bring his story and the pertinence it has for all to the Ripon College Campus at 4:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1 in the Great Hall of Harwood Memorial Union. The Ripon College Intramural department, with support from the Student Media and Activities Committee, will bring the former Philadelphia Eagles and Cleveland Browns footballer to campus. Griggs spent some 23 seasons in the NFL and has faced challenges both on and off the field. After retiring, Griggs began coaching within the league. While playing for the Eagles, Griggs was name the 1985 “Man of the Year” within the organization. He served as director of player development and assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers for 13 seasons. Griggs founded Stepping Toward Success, an organization that helps people find the tools they need to be successful. Through their website Griggs says, “The tools that we need to be successful in life are inside of each of us waiting to be used.” At Ripon he will deliver a motivational presentation outlining the need to persevere in life challenges. The event is free and open to the public.