“Well, I mean, there’s definitely two components. When you’re a believer, it’s not just God’s part. It’s not just God’s side of things; you have to go out, and you have to do. You can’t just sit back and expect God to do it for you. You have to kind of meet him in the middle, trust that he has a plan, but you also have to put in the work,” continued Brooks, a testimony to mind over matter.
“Like, I know I have to get up, and then the motivation for me is just getting up every day, saying my prayers, and then feeling a difference in my body and seeing the progress that I’ve made.”
This was the second such ACL tear in a calendar year for the Texas product. The rehab from his first tear, suffered during his last year in college, meant his rookie debut was delayed. And then it was cut short, after just three games. During those three games (and one start), Brooks had nine carries for 22 yards, as well as three receptions for 23 yards.