Sidelined Stories
Inspirational and unique stories featuring athletes sidelined due to career-ending injury, health conditions, or repeat concussions. Dive deep into the raw and real journeys these athletes bravely share and see how they overcame adversities to realize all there is to offer beyond the game. Explore sport stories through a different lens, learn, grow, and be inspired.
Sidelined Stories
Jonathan Meldrum, Former Offensive Tackle, Syracuse University Football
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Sidelined USA
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Season 1
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Episode 6
The story of Jonathan Meldrum, a former Syracuse offensive tackle. Jonathan opens up about his battle with depression during his collegiate career as well as the depression he experienced after becoming permanently sidelined due to repeat knee injuries. An NFL hopeful, Jonathan talks about his struggle to accept the reality that his playing days were over and discusses the impact of the loss of the affirmation, accolades, and identity that his athletic achievements produced. A candid look at the internal toll the pressures of athletic achievement can take on the individual. Listen as Jonathan shares his inspiring story of personal transformation.