As part of their multifaceted Inspire Change initiative, Philadelphia Eagles safety Rodney McLeod and his wife, Erika, recently held a mental health forum for teenagers across iHeartMedia platforms. The music was stopped on all Philadelphia-area stations and streaming services for one hour so the assembled panel could talk about mental health issues in the youth community amid the coronavirus pandemic.
It was not McLeod’s only takeover this season. With the departure of Malcolm Jenkins in free agency, McLeod has elevated to a senior leadership position on the Eagles’ defense. And he’s stepped up on the social justice front as well, looking to maintain the high standards Jenkins helped create for community outreach.
ESPN spoke to McLeod about his on- and off-field promotions, the Eagles’ decision to draft quarterback Jalen Hurts in the second round, and other team-related developments during this most unique offseason.
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