![]() After that ran, we began getting calls from Los Angeles about doing a movie. The magazine did an extensive eight-page piece on him. They came to town to interview everyone and get photographs for the magazine. MB: Shortly after the accident, we got a call from a national magazine. Q: When did you realize Brandon’s story was going to be something that could resonate with people far beyond just Razorback fans? I know his teammates respected him for the work he put in and his incredible dedication. Playing on the offensive line is not a "glamour" position, but he was still one of the most popular players on the team. The fans respected him for starting out as a walk-on, working hard to become a three-year starter and finishing his career as an All-American. MB: Brandon was revered pretty quickly for the obstacles that he overcame. Q: What was the relationship like between your brother and folks from Arkansas? He continued to grow and was a good 6-foot-2, 260 pounds in his senior season. During his junior and senior years, his work ethic and focus really kicked in. ![]() In his junior year, he split time with a senior on the offensive line for half the season and then became the full-time starter. During the summer after his sophomore year, he had a big growth spurt, enough where he was able to get playing time on the varsity. He made himself into a player by just working harder than everyone else. ![]() Brandon was very undersized as a freshman and sophomore, a skinny kid. When he got to Arkansas as a walk-on, he knew that he had to put everything he had into it and more. Marty Burlsworth: Brandon had entered high school early, so he graduated at 17 years old and was still growing. For people unfamiliar with Brandon’s story, walk us through his development from your perspective. Q: I remember hearing how as a high school sophomore that Brandon didn’t look anything like a future SEC player. ![]()
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