Memphis' Kenny Gainwell inspired by his brother’s strength after suffering stroke | College GameDay

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  • Memphis Tigers RB Kenny Gainwell details where he finds his strength on and off the football field, sharing the story of his brother, Curtis Gainwell Jr., who suffered an improbable stroke while lifting weights.
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  • @kendraross3731
    @kendraross3731 4 роки тому +133

    When you walk with JESUS he will bring you through very inspiring story of both young men a brothers love priceless. GOD bless you young man to continue to strengthen you!!!!

    • @anthonyhay3063
      @anthonyhay3063 4 роки тому

      Kendra Ross , why didn’t Jesus prevent him having a stroke? What is Jesus trying to prove?

    • @kendraross3731
      @kendraross3731 4 роки тому

      @@anthonyhay3063 What in the world are you talking about GOD never said we went go through JESUS died on the cross for us so what make us think we would never face trying times or trails and tribulations but JESUS is are strength which is what this young man display.

  • @audreywilliams6533
    @audreywilliams6533 4 роки тому +46

    My brother had a stroke last year,This reminds me of him.He lived through it,The rehab was good..He looks just like him..THANK YOU JESUS!!🙏🏿

  • @who_myoung
    @who_myoung 4 роки тому +108

    Kenny Gainwell is an outstanding young man and outstanding football player... I love to see Memphis play. He represents Yazoo well.. and Curtis keep fighting.. Love from YAZOO..💪🙏🙏

  • @tynishabattle2725
    @tynishabattle2725 4 роки тому +42

    I didn’t suffer a stroke but I did slip into a coma 7-28-18 for 3 weeks after I worked only 7 hrs that day and I felt fine went home and ate made sure everyone in da house was great lasted down and didn’t get back up and I’m super glad my daughter found me they called the ambulance and my Husband went with me and yeah I woke up and now my left side is messed up physical therapy ain’t no joke but it helps a lot I’m on seizure medication and I walk with a cane 🙏🏽GOD is GREAT and I pray everyday

    • @Airsign83
      @Airsign83 4 роки тому +2

      Tynisha Battle God bless u🙇🏾‍♀️

    • @beautifulvirgonurse4104
      @beautifulvirgonurse4104 4 роки тому +2

      🙏🙏🙏 God bless you!

    • @Kelaine72
      @Kelaine72 4 роки тому +1

      Glad you came through. What happened?

    • @tynishabattle2725
      @tynishabattle2725 4 роки тому

      K Elaine I was working July in 2018 and it was very hot and I was taking my medication on time and everything then I went home checked on da house every one was good then boom went to sleep and didn’t wake up for a few weeks sooooo yeah when I did I was messed up on my left side paralyzed and with physical therapy I’m doing a lot better

    • @Kelaine72
      @Kelaine72 4 роки тому +1

      @@tynishabattle2725 wow! That's scary girl. I'm glad you are doing well. I had a stoke in December 2015. I'm almost back to where I was. Still a tad weak on my left side though. Take care

  • @maryannwashington9910
    @maryannwashington9910 4 роки тому +50

    Great story. It made me cry. I am so excited for Kenny Gainwell and off to the NFL, he will go.

    • @joeelliott2810
      @joeelliott2810 3 місяці тому

      He’s a star for the Philadelphia Eagles now, he’s played in a super bowl and is a fan favorite in the NFL. He’s very fun to watch and very good

  • @angelahicks963
    @angelahicks963 4 роки тому +47

    Why would someone give this video a thumbs down?

    • @jodypht7127
      @jodypht7127 4 роки тому +4

      Because their some mean A$&holes. That don’t value life or people.. SMHRRH

    • @motherbible5806
      @motherbible5806 4 роки тому

      That's their choice.

    • @Unk_213
      @Unk_213 4 роки тому +2

      Because they are the kind of people who can't be happy for another person's happiness

    • @jodypht7127
      @jodypht7127 4 роки тому +1

      MOTHER BIBLE yep. Your right and that’s your choice. SMHRRH..

    • @lashoncoleman4924
      @lashoncoleman4924 4 роки тому +1

      Angela Hicks, stupid

  • @ManicTiger81
    @ManicTiger81 4 роки тому +26

    I think I'm gonna watch this everyday for the rest of my life... thank you Memphis.

  • @cookiecuteasapuppy1008
    @cookiecuteasapuppy1008 4 роки тому +26

    Cherish these precious moments! What a blessing... The love he have for his brother has no bounds... I am my brothers keeper is tried and true 🥰🤗💕💕💕💕

  • @yaboicam-jk1nq
    @yaboicam-jk1nq 4 роки тому +15

    I attend Yazoo county I’m a freshman nothing but respect for kenny

  • @dailytitan8379
    @dailytitan8379 4 роки тому +19

    Big ups and god bless u and ur family Kenny. I'm from Gulfport I always love seeing Mississippi kids doing good. Keep it up Kenny u can make it to the NFL don't just believe it, know it.

  • @nicoled7448
    @nicoled7448 4 роки тому +11

    Mississippi in the building. Reach as far as you can go with the strength from your brother and GOD by your side. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.🥰😘😢😭🥰🥰

  • @baneherrera2270
    @baneherrera2270 4 роки тому +14

    God bless this young man and his brother 🙏🏻

  • @jazzjohnson9308
    @jazzjohnson9308 4 роки тому +2

    Father God Thank You for showing this young man mercy! God Bless You ALL

  • @dyoung2739
    @dyoung2739 4 роки тому +5

    Much love❤️ from a Southern Miss alum. I,too,had to learn to walk and talk again after a stroke. God is a healer. Both of you,keep pushing forward!

  • @peggyoneal325
    @peggyoneal325 4 роки тому +7

    Two AMAZING MEN, showing the world to keep pressing! There is a break through and testimony, if you don't give up....

  • @jewel2647
    @jewel2647 4 роки тому +2

    Emotional story... I'm happy he still here though.

  • @teresaholmes4393
    @teresaholmes4393 4 роки тому +2

    Love is so powerful ♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @Lovebk98
    @Lovebk98 4 роки тому +1

    Inspirational.God bless you brother.

  • @marchmadness4598
    @marchmadness4598 4 роки тому +18

    Mannn about to show this at church with the youth

    • @joeelliott2810
      @joeelliott2810 3 місяці тому +1

      you should now show them how he’s an NFL star and has played in the super bowl with the Eagles. He’s an awesome player

  • @eyeamthateyeam86
    @eyeamthateyeam86 4 роки тому +1

    Wow, now this was a touching story brought tears to my eyes...He is is brother's keeper...their bond is pure love...thank The Most High he pulled through this❤❤❤

  • @traceygrant3386
    @traceygrant3386 4 роки тому +2

    God is good. This young man is an inspiration he is a fighter. So many people don’t realize there are people worse off but they fight through it and keep going. Through all things god is good.,

  • @catinaumekowilliamskohn
    @catinaumekowilliamskohn 4 роки тому +7

    This was so Amazing these Athletes Hearts I can’t . So inspiring..

  • @joeyd4079
    @joeyd4079 4 роки тому +8

    I'm not crying youre crying

  • @joanattramsboakye9970
    @joanattramsboakye9970 4 роки тому +2

    Aaaaww brotherly love the Bond is strong ❤️

  • @queennefertiti35
    @queennefertiti35 4 роки тому +2

    May God continue to blessed them all 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @FINEDIAMOND
    @FINEDIAMOND 4 роки тому +1

    Such a touching story. I am happy and proud of this family and wish them all the very best. I wish Curtis Jr. a speedy recovery!

  • @riagarcia7007
    @riagarcia7007 4 роки тому +5

    I'm not into sports much but I'm into the amazing human spirit to thrive in all circumstances, blessings overflows

  • @hisheemking5280
    @hisheemking5280 4 роки тому

    Bless you brother

  • @specialty_k
    @specialty_k 4 роки тому +1

    This is so inspiring!

  • @deborahdixon5181
    @deborahdixon5181 4 роки тому +8

    Please, somebody tell me what is the thumbs down for.some people are oblivion to others feelings.

    • @vp363
      @vp363 4 роки тому +2

      Deborah Dixon ... Someone just said a few comments back that the Devil have 2 show up somewhere!!!! Thumbs down... all those Devils!!!

  • @tommcneill6292
    @tommcneill6292 3 роки тому

    I love this kid. Rooting for him very hard

  • @closeet293
    @closeet293 4 роки тому +11

    Just saw Maria report on this had to come watch it

  • @MANSAMUSAJR
    @MANSAMUSAJR 4 роки тому

    I love that I saw this in the new year! Inspiration at its finest!

  • @Unk_213
    @Unk_213 4 роки тому +2

    Humbleness and never giving up! Staying positive and true to what you believe in can take you on journey's you wouldn't imagine going on!

  • @playetful
    @playetful 4 роки тому +1

    Beautiful story and inspiration. It's great to see that his brother has an is doing well.

  • @GovLine
    @GovLine 4 роки тому +1

    #19 loveeeeeeee...... Brother loveeeeeeee....

  • @dequariusvence8389
    @dequariusvence8389 2 роки тому

    Truly an amazing story.

  • @octaviakf
    @octaviakf 4 роки тому

    This just touched all my heart strings very deep wow!!

  • @acechanthesensei
    @acechanthesensei 4 роки тому

    Curtis you a real one. God bless 🙏🏽☮️

  • @mariadanielle7474
    @mariadanielle7474 4 роки тому +3

    This is a beautiful story. God is beyond good!

  • @oletheasims-browne3295
    @oletheasims-browne3295 4 роки тому

    Very very inspiring I'm in tears common love

  • @latonyayoung7897
    @latonyayoung7897 4 роки тому +2

    How could someone put a thumbs down what a shame

  • @stoneyburk9828
    @stoneyburk9828 4 роки тому

    "FAMILY"..That's all we got💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

  • @reginahamilton982
    @reginahamilton982 4 роки тому +7

    Aaaaaaw.... look at god!!!
    God is good ALL THE TIME!!!

  • @peggybrooks152
    @peggybrooks152 4 роки тому +2

    LOVE IS WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT!

  • @lifeisgoodbanks6390
    @lifeisgoodbanks6390 4 роки тому

    family is strong 💪🏼

  • @SS-wm1eu
    @SS-wm1eu 4 роки тому +1

    God Bless sending loving thoughts and prayers ❤🙏🏻

  • @gdawg901
    @gdawg901 4 роки тому +13

    Okay, who cut the onions?

  • @liddie75
    @liddie75 4 роки тому

    Amazing...❤️

  • @srv14evr
    @srv14evr 4 роки тому +5

    Amen!

  • @nunyabusiness1980
    @nunyabusiness1980 4 роки тому +1

    Beautiful...GOD Bless you all😍😍😘😘😘

  • @yvettecookie7082
    @yvettecookie7082 4 роки тому

    That’s Awesome!!

  • @deborahdixon5181
    @deborahdixon5181 4 роки тому +3

    Am,I my brother keeper.

  • @SunShine-wr4js
    @SunShine-wr4js 4 роки тому

    Love this...Beautiful

  • @newlion7013
    @newlion7013 3 роки тому

    Much respects to the Gainwell family!

  • @jesusgirl_8665
    @jesusgirl_8665 4 роки тому +2

    Awesome

  • @colbeyreed4070
    @colbeyreed4070 4 роки тому +3

    ❤️❤️ god is great

  • @retrojordan7484
    @retrojordan7484 4 роки тому +4

    Mississippi in this thang

  • @summerbrown5448
    @summerbrown5448 4 роки тому

    God bless you god is good he had another plan for you ,

  • @Airsign83
    @Airsign83 4 роки тому

    It’s amazing I can’t tell he is sick until they say it 🙇🏾‍♀️

  • @parlayking1767
    @parlayking1767 4 роки тому +9

    Representing Yazoo County!

  • @cynthiajones4183
    @cynthiajones4183 4 роки тому +1

    My Lord 🙏🙏❤️❤️

  • @katricecassita1727
    @katricecassita1727 4 роки тому +1

    God is good all the time!!!

  • @michelle-michellefarris7883
    @michelle-michellefarris7883 4 роки тому +1

    God is good...it could have been worse. What an amazing testimony!

  • @spike23s51
    @spike23s51 3 роки тому

    Wow, I'm a big eagles fan, but I'm now a bigger Gainwell family fan!!! Fly Gainwell Fly!! 🦅🦅🦅

  • @JayyKing24
    @JayyKing24 2 роки тому +1

    I Know all of them his Curtis was a preacher at our church in Benton now he is on TV

  • @justmap33
    @justmap33 4 роки тому +7

    💯❤💪🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

  • @madmax3325
    @madmax3325 4 роки тому

    💪🏾🙏🏾✊🏾

  • @tyonagreene2601
    @tyonagreene2601 4 роки тому

    Awesome💞💞💞💞💞

  • @hoya4448
    @hoya4448 2 роки тому

    🙏

  • @jmissle
    @jmissle 4 роки тому +14

    This makes me wanna go find my Memphis State Spring Break 1985 t shirt....It may not fit right but I would totally sport it....You doin Memphis right young man keep it up!

    • @ginaanderson9834
      @ginaanderson9834 4 роки тому

      What idiots are giving this video thumbs down - one of the most inspiring story I have seen on ESPN. Kenny and his brother deserve national attention for this story - not seen a better story about a brother’s love through adversity. Those who have thumbs down on this story need to get a life. All Memohis has embraced Kenny - we all love him!!!

    • @wonnielee3407
      @wonnielee3407 4 роки тому

      It might not fit right? Lol that's hilarious show your love there's no hate here at all!

    • @jmissle
      @jmissle 4 роки тому

      Wonnie Lee yea it’s a 30 year old shirt and I might have gained some weight since heart surgery

    • @wonnielee3407
      @wonnielee3407 4 роки тому

      @@jmissle I'm sure you'll rock it my guy and good luck with your recovery from heart surgery! Go Tigers!

  • @PhenoMikal-Onion
    @PhenoMikal-Onion 4 роки тому

    🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️🤗🤗

  • @girlyh.6505
    @girlyh.6505 4 роки тому

    God is so good!

  • @opheliawilson3383
    @opheliawilson3383 4 роки тому

    May God continue to bless you guys family keep holding your head up little man God is behind you 100% big bro God is behind you as well keep your head up put God first everything is possible

  • @ContrarianExpatriate
    @ContrarianExpatriate 2 роки тому

    Kenny has made a name for himself with the Eagles already. The future is bright for him in the NFL.

    • @joeelliott2810
      @joeelliott2810 3 місяці тому

      now he’s the 2nd back behind saquon barkley. A fan favorite and loved by philadelphia and could start on MANY teams

  • @rafaelbenyisrael144
    @rafaelbenyisrael144 4 роки тому

    ♥️👑

  • @KeptFaith1
    @KeptFaith1 4 роки тому +3

    Goated🤙

  • @mystique4100
    @mystique4100 4 роки тому

    Y'all brought onions up in here

  • @Macnem
    @Macnem 4 роки тому

    💛💙💛

  • @kennija1
    @kennija1 3 роки тому

    I have an amazing cousin!!!!!!!! WE LOVE YOU KENNY!!!!

  • @ayannaferebee8609
    @ayannaferebee8609 4 роки тому

    😢😢😢

  • @Roamalonemusic
    @Roamalonemusic 2 роки тому +1

    If this story doesn't make you feel anything you have more living to do...im glad he's with my eagles...bird gang

  • @moniquewilliams6345
    @moniquewilliams6345 4 роки тому +3

    Love and blinding light. 💋💋

  • @manifestationofgod1379
    @manifestationofgod1379 4 роки тому +4

    🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

  • @shannonhall555
    @shannonhall555 4 роки тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @justmetinywalker
    @justmetinywalker 4 роки тому

    😢

  • @nmax7731
    @nmax7731 4 роки тому +2

    Lord Jesus he made it through,power of prayer

  • @davidziolkowski5762
    @davidziolkowski5762 2 роки тому

    man so sorry about your brother but man philadelphia has the best doctors in the untied states welcome to the eagles you and your family going to love it here

  • @activated3187
    @activated3187 4 роки тому +1

    T͙h͙a͙t͙'s͙ real

  • @artofficialonthetrack7917
    @artofficialonthetrack7917 3 роки тому +1

    Welcome to the Eagles 🦅 🙌🏾

  • @tondrawalker3876
    @tondrawalker3876 4 роки тому

    😭

  • @yulandasmith3382
    @yulandasmith3382 4 роки тому +1

    Such a inspiring story wen your life is rite der in front of you an could b taken but man plan an God, unplan jus remember Nothing Jus Happens! Keep believing an walking by faith an not by sight. Stay up an Courage!

  • @joycevaughn8522
    @joycevaughn8522 4 роки тому

    This real love God be with you both every step of the way cover you from crown of your heads to the bottom of both of your feet in Jesus name Amen🤗🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️💕💕💕

  • @essbby6788
    @essbby6788 4 роки тому

    Who cutting onions 😫😂

  • @melindausher8671
    @melindausher8671 4 роки тому

    😰

  • @meekashabazz6135
    @meekashabazz6135 4 роки тому +1

    The brother is cute

  • @crazyanimegamer5667
    @crazyanimegamer5667 3 роки тому

    How does your brain just start bleeding? Surely something causes it?

  • @GovLine
    @GovLine 4 роки тому

    💔🤦

  • @jaywells9092
    @jaywells9092 4 роки тому

    19 white folks and counting disliked this smh