Demaryius Thomas is the kind of football player anyone fan would want on their team.

His on field stats don't lie, and he just got a big payday to back it up. He's also the kind of guy just about anyone would want in their family. He overcame unbelievable odds to make in pro football. The odds he faced as a child turn that staggering accomplishment into a miracle. Watch the video to see why. His mom and grandmother cooked and sold crack cocaine. They were charged and convicted for their crimes in the late 90's and they have been in jail ever since.

Recentlty, President Obama commuted the sentences of some non-violent drug offenders that have been in prison for a long time. Demaryius Thomas' mom and grandmother were among those people, so they are now free, and will be able to see D-Thomas catch touchdown passes in person this year!

 

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