Eli Apple, the 10th overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, reflects on his chaotic time with the New York Giants, which was marked by personal and professional turmoil. He acknowledges the stress of media scrutiny and family issues that impacted his performance, particularly during a challenging period involving his mother's health. Despite being perceived as a draft bust, Apple has persevered through a nine-year NFL career, now looking back at his mistakes with a focus on learning from them rather than regret.
A lot of stuff with my family ended up becoming public, and it unraveled. It played with my peace, played with my emotions. I think that ended up carrying out onto the field, not being able to focus.
Being a young guy coming in, you try to balance everything, and you try to play Superman. Sometimes it's tough... That was my mistake, trying to do too much.
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