Just 11 Days After Getting Drafted, He Got Into a Tragic Car Wreck

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This is my retelling of the Brandon Burlsworth story.
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[@jamesgray6421]

In very similar circumstances, Khyree Jackson was a possible candidate for starting CB for the Vikings, now he's gone. RIP

[@HightimesinPDX]

Rip. Got to see him play at Oregon in college. He was gonna be a dog in the NFL. He’s up there picking off passes 🙏

[@Mbplayerone]

I've watched Greater probably 15 times and I can never finish it without crying like a baby. What an amazing young man he was. RIP Brandon

[@johndavis9321]

I watched it on KZbin one day on a win and was absolutely blown away and doing my googles after the movie and finding out it was based of a true story just made it all the more powerful for me

[@brendanvondrasek5272]

RIP Burlsworth 🕊️🙏🌹

[@coachemup8185]

Growing up in Arkansas.... I know this story quite well. I was a couple of years older than him. I knew and played against several of his teammates while in HS. I've never heard anyone utter a bad word about him. Coach Danny Ford was Brandon's head coach when he 1st got to Arkansas and did not believe in 77😢. Arkansas was new to the SEC during this time and hadn't garnered much respect. He was a huge catalyst in the schools 1st appearance in SEC Championship game (1995 vs Florida). Houston Nutt was his coach during his senior year. He he gave him the biggest compliment ever. Said that "Brandon is the guy you want your daughter to marry." Coach Nutt also said he kept his locker in perfect condition.... shoes in the correct spots. Socks, perfectly folded, shorts hanging on the proper hook.... he even kept a locker after graduation and would use the facility up until the draft to work outs. On the day he was killed, he went back to see his teammates, he actually worked out, before heading back to Harrison. Coach Nutt made sure the locker was encased and kept just the way Brandon left it... perfectly. The locker room has been remodeled at least twice since, but they have kept the locker encased, just as Brandon left it that day in 1999. Every one I knew that played with Brandon says he was as advertised. Super hard worker. Took no shortcuts. Only wanted an opportunity and if that wasn't good enough, wanted to know what he needed to do to get better. As usual FlemLo, great work and appreciate you bringing the story to your platform.

[@robertbommmarito3052]

That’s is absolutely beautiful of coach Nutt

[@Who_Dey420]

Damn. Thanks for the backstory and insight. Lost a good one here. Lord gained a great one there.

[@wartornforester1868]

I learned this, Brandon is Arknasas' Chest Puller

[@consumerextraordinaire8209]

was killed?

[@coachemup8185]

@@consumerextraordinaire8209 he was killed in a car accident... I probably should have used the word died.

[@nathansmith5215]

This man was a 10/10 role model every young athlete should look up to.

[@drunkenmmamaster419]

Just lost my older and only brother to cancer today.... man why do the good ones always gotta die young ? ...... Man this story got my ass in tears , Flem you always make great content and can genuinely tell you're a good dude always a pleasure to watch your videos

[@bushbakedboarder420]

When I was a kid, I was the “It’s not fair” kid. No matter the circumstances, I was always the party being screwed over. It wasn’t until I was older and nerdier that I heard a profound statement that stuck with me forever. It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. Stack that on top of the whole “life’s not fair” adage and it really paints a picture of how truly remarkable this guy was. He had every opportunity to be lesser, to accept that some things were just not meant to be. Instead, he reached, dug, clawed, and scraped to be more, even if for just a short while.

[@boomznbladez405]

Jean Luc Picard. Great quote.

[@hagamapama]

you're not the only one who gained life changing wisdom from Star Trek: The Next Generation. The writing on that show was inconsistent, but at its peak, absolutely phenomenal. Measure of a Man, Drumhead, Sarek-- most of the best episodes involved just putting Sir Pat in a room and letting him absolutely own it.

[@HatefulHeathen]

My first cousin, Chad Abernathy used to play on the Razorbacks line and was one of his closest friends during his time at Arkansas. He has talked about him and is part of the foundation that was created by his family. I will say that the Greater film didn’t take a lot of liberties with Brandon’s life. Chad said that guy absolutely went through hell trying with all his might and succeeded in a way that not many could or would try. Chad has said he misses the big guy to this day and would have been amazing if he wasn’t taken. Says a lot that Brandon’s story still lives on.

[@harambelives3164]

One of the best movies I’ve watched, RIP a legend

[@Krob2006]

I'm so glad you covered Brandon's story; what a legend.

[@adamdeardorff4271]

Been a major supporter of you Flemlo for well over 4 years, from a longtime supporter get rid of that better help sponsor

[@adamdeardorff4271]

I’ve even used your seat geek code and KTO’s, both of y’all gotta boot them

[@BeastOfMetal1989]

​@@adamdeardorff4271What a world we live in where Brandon Fucking Perna is more ready to own up to a sponsorship mistake than these two.

[@yikes6969]

I hope he keeps the sponsors to make you mad

[@varga4488]

@@BeastOfMetal1989 who gives a shit all these ads are scams u guys acting like he supports child slavery

[@thomaslee841]

As a longtime supporter of flemlo, go get your bread. You deserve it mane

[@AlexFehrTheLoneWolf]

My Uncle was a Football player who wore #77 and I lost him a few years back to surgery complications, Life's unfair, the pain of tragedy is unbearable at times, but the way you tell these tales Flem really keeps life in perspective God gave us the gift of memory so that we can hold on to those beautiful moments of them forever, RIP Uncle Steve, you helped me find the Man in me, thanks Flem for reminding me of him 😢 RIP BURLSWORTH

[@johndavis9321]

Rip to yo uncle my dog

[@jamiewelker2785]

Flem it has been an honor to watch you grow as a KZbinr. I took the same journey threw juco. Jayhawk confrance in Kansas. The NIL is going to change the landscape of juco ball.

[@useyourimaginasean]

Respect for covering Burlsworth. Tragic story. Arkansas fans have had a rough time recently too. Alex Collins, the all time leading rusher for Arkansas, recently passed away as well as Ryan Mallett.

[@bigdadddyd123]

Longtime fan I really appreciate your content brother!

[@FlemLoRaps]

Appreciate it bro

[@peacebesteel8658]

​@FlemLoRaps Yo man. I love your work. Keep them coming man. I show my daughter's your videos and let them know that you seek the truth and so should they. With that said, in this video at 19:00 you said "Arizona Razorback" and I am sure you meant "Arkansas Razorback". Hope this helps. One love Man.

[@2003champ]

​@@FlemLoRaps yo flemlo, wale shouted you out on twitter bro

[@chrisofchris]

When you already are familiar with this sad story from start to finish, but you just have to see how FlemLo tells it

[@michaelpfeiler5537]

Nobody tells it like flemlo man. I dont care what the topic is, if flemlo is telling a story, I'm for it

[@albertorr740]

I follow a lot of channels that tell stories on different subjects. You're probably the best story teller.

[@michaelpfeiler5537]

Honestly you are right man. The only one I listen to that us close is mr ballen. Mr ballen is great at making you feel like you are in the shoes of the main character of the story he is telling. Our boy flemlo is great at making you feel the story. Nobody else I have heard gives you as much backstory(read as understanding) of the person the story is covering. This is story telling in its fullest form. Never been disappointed with a story told by flemlo

[@albertorr740]

@@michaelpfeiler5537 I even thought about Mr Ballen. That guy is great but Flemlo makes you feel the story. If that makes sense to most people or not. But, it's impossible for me to not sit and think about the story after he tells it. LoL! That's why I wait until after I'm finished working!

[@Ellivation]

Damn. You’re right. He’s an easy listen

[@Chris-lk9ug]

22:34 “…and only 5 days after that, Brandon Burlsworth would be dead.” That hit different after hearing everything he overcame. I knew it was coming but regardless I found myself constantly thinking over and over about how it could’ve went differently. The only silver lining is he achieved everything he wanted AND then some. He made is family unfathomably proud.

[@carterbhuff]

As a hog fan, I love that Brandon Burlsworth is an example for walk-ons everywhere.

[@christopherhammond3664]

THE example 😎

[@jaimann9913]

Mumma Burlsworth is a saint! Also you can’t tell me bro wasn’t about to have a hall of fame career. His constant improvement was unparalleled.

[@Brother_Farr]

I don't know how I've never heard of this story but I'm almost in tears bro! Thanks for sharing this!

[@DannyDorito504]

Check the movie out too, it was a good watch

[@luv2sail66]

His mom reminds me of my parents. As an academically gifted truck driver’s kid from a small town in Kentucky, I desperately wanted to go to medical school. My dad was ready to remortgage the house to help me. Fortunately through hard work, I earned full academic scholarships to both college and medical school. After a successful 20 year career as a general pediatrician, I’m now almost 9 years into my second career as a medical officer at FDA. The generosity of scholarship donors helped me accomplish my dream of becoming a physician. Now in public service, it’s my time to give something back. I could make 3x my current salary working in pharma, but I’m content. Every day I get to give something back to the country that helped me accomplish my dream. I’ll take that deal any day and twice on Sunday.

[@blackdog4553]

I'm proud of young Flemlo mane!!! This guy coming from my home state of Mississippi doing his thang!!!! KEEP MASHING YOUNG PLAYA 601 Canton most definitely rockin wit'cha bruh!!

[@robertpesa4157]

No bad parts, only lessons. Thank you for sharing Brandon's story.

[@eddiegodat8263]

He was from the next town over from me. His story is very inspirational that ended in tragedy. No one from our area ever plays D1 power 5 football. Let alone starting D1, then actually making it to pros, he is the only one.

[@JoshuaTraffanstedt]

I remember hearing that hed passed back in the day but i didnt know his story until i watched the movie on netflix. Fantastic grind this man had. Sad though his life was cut short. My brothers was too and my family still hasnt recovered from it even though its been 5, almost 6 years now. I hope his family is managing. It never gets easier, it just becomes the new normal.

[@bobbyshizz2138]

Brandon Burlsworth is an Arkansas legend. WPS!

[@ChristianDLucas]

Brandon was waiting to greet Khyree Jackson at the pearly gates. Both worked so hard for this. They will never be forgotten.

[@chrisdull84]

I’ve never heard of this guy thanks for shedding light on it flemlo

[@mchild80]

This is officially my favorite video of yours. Put a different perspective on the things in my mind. Was not expecting this to hit like that

[@jessiemcclure123]

I really look forward to meeting you one day Flemlo!!! You make me relfect on my own life better than anyone else making content. Thank you for sharing Brandons story. You're the man!

[@cheffygambinoeats]

I’m a razorbacks fan and I’ve been waiting for this !!!!!!!

[@TheTEN24]

You’re the best storyteller bro. It’s just incredible the emotions you can evoke out of me watching Everytime and relate it to my life experiences. I always look back at stories like this and wish I had as strong of a mindset as these dudes did. A lot of times I lost full belief and confidence in myself at signs of struggle and hardship. RIP to Brandon he deserved better

[@hotdogwater8520]

Damn. Khyree Jackson passed in a car wreck the day after I watched this.... RIP

[@HighTopJop]

Never heard this story... Awesome work per usual! 🔥🔥🔥

[@maxp2305]

RIP Burlsworth

[@TimothyC.84]

I watched the movie about him. Man that’s tough.

[@Tumbleweed1919]

Same thing happened to my nephew, he was drafted to the Red Skins and was killed in a car crash before he was able to start training.

[@ginosalazar7391]

Never heard this story before, crazy how things go. What an inspiration.

[@B1055BH]

Woo pig Sooie. The greatest walk on of all time. RIP.

[@Darva-sl3jh]

E.S.P.N. needs to hire you to save that fledgling network. No kiss-up. No cap.

[@Who_Dey420]

I could see him writing and narrating a 30 for 30.

[@capswole81]

ESPN does not deserve anyone this talented

[@heyitsbranigan]

He's so much better off on YT lmao where he has full control over what he covers and can do it however he wants

[@charlesburroughs9770]

So I watched FlemLo's video, and then immediately went and watched "Greater" and all I can say is WoW!!! What an incredible 22 years this world was blessed with an Angel of GOD...I wish I had Burlsworth's commitment to GOD, I really do!!!

[@akeemjackman9582]

At the 19:02 mark you said Arizona Razorback😮😮😮😮🤔🤔

[@MichaelAlexander-l9d]

I had to rewind 3 times for that

[@skymartinez7726]

I thought it was glitch 😂

[@josuerivas8268]

Foul

[@mikal4452]

What an inspiration, and tragedy. Sad we didn't get the chance to see what he could have accomplished. Thank you for telling this story.

[@ToreyBurksSr]

Wow! Excellent job brother, on telling this story. I’m from Arkansas and a huge Razorback fan, but you even taught me a few things about Brandon that I didn’t know. As an Arkansan, I remember everything about when Brandon passed and held down as a state, all of us were at the news of his passing.this is an excellent piece of journalism, brother and every athlete should watch this video

[@imcaseless]

bro i’ve heard this story many times and the way your articulated it was amazing, keep it up flo

[@pachcarter5291]

Movie on Netflix about him made me realize how bad he really wanted to make his dream a reality… Got to come to Arkansas on an unofficial visit met the coach, coach told him he was too small… So he took that personally and gained too much weight… They had him on scout team and they seen what a dog he was… Even the upperclassman that picked on him finally realized he was a great guy… He was always afraid of 18 wheelers & for him to lose his life to that accident really crushed me at the end… He met up with his mother every weekend to tell her he missed and loved her and get home cooked meals… Only to get that horrible call & she had to tell Marty his older brother who was basically his father

[@matt_valentine]

Amazing job, as always, Flem. What an incredible, inspirational story!

[@bigalthenam3._.683]

Brandon got did wrong bro

[@Who_Dey420]

He completed the Lords journey, so he was brought home .

[@High5748]

Life is crazy like that, some people can live till there 90 something and smoke cig or drink everyday. While others will do all the right things in life just to end far too soon.

[@BlackMuslimConservative]

@@dr.bunchungus2976 It could be that a 'good person' has something better waiting in store for them eternally and that a 'bad person' is receiving the best they'll ever get in this realm and then face torment after. Life is a test so I'll give the analogy of taking a test. Imagine someone thinking, "Man it sucks that this guy has to take this hard test after having studied hours for it while someone else is sleeping and hanging out!" Years later, it may become blatantly obvious that the person who wrote the test ends up in a sweet spot in life while the other one is suffering hardship. Don't let the short term perspective distort the reality.

[@Nitro_Joe]

@@dr.bunchungus2976The sun rises on the good and the evil. The rain falls on the just and the unjust. Matthew 5:45

[@UnholyChurchboy]

@@dr.bunchungus2976when someone "dies", think of it as starting a second, much longer life instead of just this one life ending. That'll help you look at this life in a different perspective.

[@orlandoordasjr3210]

The movie Greater of his story was amazing 😢

[@kevincooksy7767]

Flem if you reading this thank you for the storyteller you are. I'm always excited to see a new video by you. God bless bro!

[@Reggieamponsah24]

Just finished watching the movie with my fiancé man his story is amazing so inspiring and as a man of faith he definitely walked in God’s will for his life

[@vondbee7091]

Dogs will not ours !

[@decker528]

Im glad youre covering him. You are about the only youtube sports channel where i respect the opinions presented. Im a lifelong Arkansas fan and remember when Burlsworth died and you really did his story justice

[@michaeljemal]

Just want to send my prayers & well-wishes for FlemLo - I hope you get through whatever’s ailing you completely- and stay on top of the mental component. Salute to one of the most positive content creators I’ve ever seen

[@lafeelabriel]

Know all too well what you are talking about there at the start even if it is a completely new expirience for it to be like..this in my 47 years on this planet. Could not agree with you more, if you're offered help to go through the hard times, do not hesisitate and say yes immediately. Just so happens that the local support group is within waliking distance of my home in RL too, which is certainly a nice bonus. Just going to end up with these words of encouragement to you Flemlo, never give up, never *ever* surrender. Even the darkest of times are nothing more than a another challenge from life for you to beat. Yours truly. Lafie

[@lafeelabriel]

Of course said goes out to everyone that reads this comment. Guys, no matter how bleak things can be, let's all try our best to beat whatever life throws at us.

[@rebpos6519]

Thank you for sharing this story. Some things just don't make any sense and feel so wrong. RIP Brandon

[@LiminalMan777]

Flemlo you have a real talent for this platform, and an incredible ability to tell stories. Youre videos always leave me feeling something and thats something special. I hope that youre doing better.

[@andrewdiniz5406]

Love man you've been a part of my comfort zone for a few years now. I appreciate the work you do

[@SpiritualStuntman]

This is both a story of an amazing young man, and a way of how to live life at the same time. Thank you brother for doing the amazing work you’ve been doing. I’ve been a fan for a few years and you keep getting better and better. Burlsworth would be pleased 🙏🏽

[@corneliusedwards7107]

Heart breaking story.I love the way you Narrated Brandon's story.R.I.P.Brandon,well done faithful servant

[@khalilhoward3560]

Helluva vid went from not knowing who Brandon was to literally cheering for him thru the video to the tragic ending flem you a great story teller man love the content

[@leighw9684]

I'm so glad I watched this today. This perspective was a real mood lifter. YT needs more like you, Flemlo.

[@ruththecat9813]

I dang near cried watching the end of this vid - amazing work, as always, @FlemloRaps.

[@zpdrsn6315]

What a great way to end such a tragic story. A perspective I never thought of bro really did love out his childhood dream and some. And when I think about it that’s what everyone is aiming for.

[@TheMacSpeedy]

I’m very familiar with this story, and it breaks my heart even more knowing Khyree Jackson also just passed not even a day ago… just drafted in the 4th round and once was working at a grocery store where he had received employee of the month and had thoughts that he may just be working there instead of going to the league. Only God knows if it could’ve saved his life, LLKJ LLBB 🕊️🙏 forever missed

[@GooseAndTuna]

Your most impactful video yet. Thank you!

[@dirtybird311]

Great job telling his story!! I’m sending this to my kids. Great message at the end.

[@slylancey]

Hey Flemo, This was a touching video you did and I loved it! Even though my love and passion for football dipped tremendously this year, thank you for still making inspiring documentaries on these stories 👍🏾

[@gru3som3rick]

Your videos are always worth the wait! Your story telling abilities are amazing

[@coolpapab]

Wow!! What a tragedy. I'm in tears. I like Brandon, had to work my tail off for everything in life. I didn't have the natural ability or the resources of others. And I think you truly appreciate your success's more as a result!

[@millz8367]

OMG!! I was watching his movie “GREATER,” on Netflix yesterday! Definitely a sad but inspiring story!

[@mattsmith3835]

Dude you make the best videos! Great work. This is a great but very sad story. Greater is a really good movie about his life, I watched it as soon as it was released

[@NKBobcat]

FlemLo, great story telling. This was a tragic story and you told it well, with passion and like you cared for Brandon. You're good bro. Real good. I hope your struggles ease up because you've got something special. You need to be on a sports network with your knowledge and talent with communications.

[@rolmodel12.]

I want to thank you, Flem, for making this video. As someone who grew up in the county above Fayetteville and earned a degree from the Universirty; I have heard and seen this story told, forward and backward. And this is as good as the best of them. Always, always appreciate your work and story-telling style. You did BB, and all of us Hogs, proud. WP🐗

[@NATURALONEZ]

Always great videos. Can tell all the hardwork and respect that you put into telling the stories of everyone you do videos on. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to the next one

[@MoeDavinci]

This story made me so sad mane. I didn't know this OG, but his tale is relatable to many of us. RIP Burlsworth.

[@byEFox]

Dope to see Flemlo still around, stay strong brodie

[@seanhybrid2396]

As always...great story. Told from truth and integrity. Brandon would have been proud.

[@educationalempowerment8610]

Really well produced and well delivered story. Thank you for the message. Keep up the great work!!! Be great today y’all.

[@AceManning18]

WE GET IT! SOME OF YOU DON'T LIKE BETTERHELP! THE MAN HAS A FAMILY AND A FULLTIME JOB, NOT ALL OF US SPEND EVERY SECOND ON THE INTERNET LOOKING FOR THINGS TO BE ANGRY ABOUT. IF IT BOTHERS YOU THAT MUCH, BYE. Love your stuff Flem. As a Colts fan this is tough to watch, but it's good that more people know about his story. You always do such a good job of telling us about peoples lives and showing respect for them as people. Keep it up bro, you deserve the success. Some of y'all really, really need lives. Or something that gives you happiness and validation. If you are so depressed and mad at the world that it's really necessary for you to comment on every single video featuring ANYTHING or anyone you don't approve of, you need the therapy. Like, now.

[@dumdawgpro]

a lot of people used better help and then had what they said sold as data. i think thats a real reason to be upset with that company.

[@AceManning18]

@@dumdawgpro and? That means come to a youtubers page and give them shit for getting some money and trying to provide for their families? Complain somewhere else. Only in 2024 would this insane behavior be ok.

[@dumdawgpro]

​@@AceManning18pretty sure the people coming here are viewers of his channel not just ad haters. Also it's letting him know what he's doing is taking money from a company to steal his followers data and use it against them.

[@rashadpaige564]

Praying for you FlemLo 🙏🏽

[@KillaBean416]

What an emotional story. Great video brother keep it up

[@stephenmartin8331]

This man's story has become a model for all football players. He was so inspirational that they named an award after him. An award that carries a lot of clout.

[@jmillings1]

Bro this video hit me hard, and definitely has made me look at life and the grind a lot different. I appreciate all that you do Flemlo. I also hope all is well with you.

[@kedate1979]

This one was deep. You did a great job on this sensitive story!!👏🏿👏🏿

[@garrettrevels2136]

That last 2 minutes you were speaking facts! Lots of us need to hear that!

[@thewoodenlegbyjoe]

Great story! This is the caliber of man that young men should look up to. His story is inspirational.

[@LostHistory_CurrentEvents]

Wow. This story has so many lessons. Never heard of this young man til now. Thanks for sharing.💔

[@forwhatitsworth9958]

Wow… an amazing story. Exceptional delivery.

[@offthegrid5078]

I have read his story and seen the movie. Very inspired, I mean what's not to love about his story from watching the bench to starting at at Arkansas. I don't think many understand how hard that was. RIP

[@EpsyWarrior]

What really caught my eye was the kids wearing his frames. 🥰

[@TH3BLU3FALC0N]

Flem you always put together great videos bro. Keep up the grind 👏🏻

[@MrKutamoz]

Love your videos, they way you break things down and talk about it is great. Ive learned a lot about players and people i had no clue about but enjoy learning about them through your videos. Glad your doing better now and wish you the best.

[@loqeechris]

1st time I’ve heard of this dude and I’m hurt beyond measure by how his story didn’t get to continue. God always calls the good ones home early. RIP BRANDON 🙏🏾💔

[@mroverdose14]

This crazy, I was a walk-on and a finalist for the Rudy award in 2009. I think it hits different for me as a former walk-on that got interest from the Jags and Lions (no try-out) and was offered a contract with the IFL (arena), which I later declined. The work to do what he did must've been insane....

[@Xclusiveremy]

Man you the GOAT with this story telling. You going places bro.

[@j.smoothproductions1037]

Vibes. Looking forward to the video like always Flem

[@AJSTEEL7]

yo flemlo, i used to watch your videos years ago & i just saw your name in an instagram comment (suggesting watching your Marquette king video) and had to come pop in. glad to see you’re still going i always loved your vids

[@raymondmichielini6021]

never heard this story great video mad respect for brandon rip sir,love the way you present these stories flemlo

[@devinallinson4824]

I just gotta say when you did that transition from blurry to clear talking about his trainer getting his eyes checked and getting him glasses was cleannnnn