NFL Draft prospect Qwan’tez Stiggers, a standout in the CFL as the reigning Rookie of the Year, is preparing to make his mark in the upcoming NFL Draft. Despite not following the traditional NCAA route, Stiggers is confident in his abilities and aims to make a significant impact.
Anticipating the East-West Shrine Bowl as a crucial opportunity to showcase his talent, Stiggers expressed his determination to prove that his journey is more than just a compelling story. He is focused on demonstrating his football prowess and dispelling any notion that his success is merely a fairy tale.
Originally slated to play college football at Lane College, a Division II HBCU in Jackson, Tennessee, Stiggers faced setbacks when his freshman season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The tragic loss of his father during that time led him to drop out. Undeterred, Stiggers ventured into Fan Controlled Football through various odd jobs before making a mark in the CFL during the 2023 season.
Now eyeing a potential transition to the NFL, Stiggers sees the East-West Shrine Bowl as a pivotal moment to turn heads and solidify his place in the upcoming draft.
Emphasizing his desire to achieve a childhood dream, he envisions the draft day experience as a culmination of his journey, expressing that hearing his name called would hold immense personal and historical significance.
Stiggers envisions his draft selection as not only fulfilling his aspirations but also paving the way for others who choose unconventional paths to professional football. As he prepares for the 2024 Shrine Bowl in Frisco, Texas, on Feb. 1, Stiggers remains focused on delivering a standout performance that could propel him closer to making history in the NFL.
