Ex-NFL Athlete turned Entrepreneur, Building through discipline, wellness & design. University of Texas Alum. Insta: csterns
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My teammates and I got threatened by some alumni that we would have to find jobs outside of Texas if we didn’t participate.
Students have been petitioning the University of Texas to get rid of their school spirit song "The Eyes of Texas," which has racist origins.
Alumni and donors are threatening to cancel season tickets, end donations and boycott games if that happens
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Goodbye Football.
Well, damn. Crazy to say it’s been 2+ years since the last time I stepped on a football field. I spent that time first trying to function like a healthy human being again… then fighting my way back to playing the greatest sport at a high level.
As I sit here writing this—with tears rolling down my face—I’m feeling it all. Tears of pain, sadness, the sting of not becoming the player I wanted to be. I wonder why. But who am I to question what God meant for me to be? I’ve come to understand there’s a timing for everything. I understand some chapters are supposed to have rough endings. Nevertheless, we flip the page—and the story still continues, and it only gets better.
This isn’t a sorrow post, haha. Because honestly, what I’m feeling most is joy. Pure joy. Gratitude. This game has meant everything to me. It’s the only thing I’ve ever known for 20+ years.
I gave this shit everything—AND then some—just like countless others do. And it shaped me into who I am today. I learned what it means to strive with others toward a goal, to stand for something far bigger than myself while the opposing side does everything it can to hold you back. I learned confidence, humility, love, brotherhood, and community. I learned how to overcome anything and everything that comes with adversity. I’ve made game-winning plays, and I’ve given up game-winning touchdowns. Those moments feel like opposite ends of the earth, but both of them built me. So even though it’s a”kids game”, to me it’s more—it simulates the journey of life.
I’m beyond grateful for every step: to big-time high school ball, to playing at the GREATEST university of all, and then living the dream of playing in the NFL. Although, my goal was never just to “make it.” I wanted to take over. I wanted to have impact. But, even if it didn’t end the way I pictured, I’m truly blessed that God gave me the vision, the doors, the people, and the memories.
To the people and homies who watched me grow, supported me, and held me to a standard on and off the field—thank you. To my brothers in the locker room who bled, worked, laughed, and suffered with me—thank you. To all the coaches and staff who poured into me, and to fans who showed love through the highs and lows—thank you. Y’all are part of my story forever. I hope I inspired some, helped some, and created memories that last a lifetime.. like the ones you all gave me. If I did that, I did something right.
There were days the rehab hurt more than the hits. Days I questioned if I was chasing ghosts. Days I felt like the only one in the world who understood what my body and mind were going through. But day after day, I got up anyway. That discipline changed me. It taught me to keep showing up even when it seems the thing you love most is working against you, when there’s no crowd, when it’s just you, your thoughts, and your why. That’s a gift I’m carrying out of this game.
I won’t pretend I don’t feel the what-ifs. I do. I won’t pretend I don’t feel some resentment toward the injuries or the timing. I do. But I also won’t pretend I don’t feel God’s hand all over this. Some prayers are answered in ways you don’t recognize at first. Sometimes the lesson is the answer. Sometimes the ending that doesn’t look “good” is exactly the one that sets up the next chapter.
So to the game I’ll forever love and cherish—thank you for the euphoria, the highest of highs, the tough lessons that didn’t feel like lessons at the time, and the perspective I couldn’t have learned any other way. Thank you for the brotherhood. Thank you for the standard. Thank you for the purpose.
So with that Goodbye… to the jersey. But not to the work. Not the standard. Not the love.
As this new chapter starts, the target doesn’t change, just the scope.
With much love,
—Caden
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Diamond in the rough, THANK YOU DENVER, let’s get started!
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Can’t believe it’s been a year since I took a leap a faith to declare even when my mental state was at its lowest point. And when most people bashed me and told me not to. Grateful to say that I bounced back all around. Take care of your mental and always bet on yourself. Love.
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Lol quit it.. y’all call it trolling because I pay no mind to it. Y’all must be bored. Just tune in #HookEm
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2nd team?? 9 turnovers playing in only 12 games.. that’s 1st team production but what do I know.
Congratulations to @jsimms1119 on being named an @AP second-team All-Pro for the third time in his career! 👏
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Great day to be a Longhorn, want to thank the students, athletes, administration, alumni and those behind the scenes working who made this happen. Looking forward to make more positive change on campus. Hook’Em.
After discussion with students, alumni and community members, we will be taking a series of actions to promote diversity, inclusion and equity and more fully support Black students on campus: utex.as/3fwimV6
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Those who support appreciate it and much love! And for those who don’t.. and reacting with hate... still nothing but love! True colors are being shown, and the hate will be EXPOSED.
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Just a quick shout out to the city, thank y’all! Always love coming back and playing! Love y’all! #210
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Never too high or low when adversity hit, just finish.
#HookEM🤘🏽
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On that note keep @BCarringtonUT, best recruiter and knows how to build solid relationships. Always been a real one!
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Bronco Country! Super excited to get to Denver! But before I get there where are the best spots to eat at? And where are the best scenic views to catch a vibe?🤔
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Dude sounds kinda dumb
Is Jerry Jeudy the best player on the Broncos?
@DMacRadio | @heyrachelvigil | #CoffeeBreak
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Thank you, all love! #BroncosCountry
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I’m sick😓🤦🏽♂️ Great ass game y’all boys! @TexasFootball . Hook’Em!
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The realest to be around , one of the greatest to do it. Can’t thank you enough for taking me under your wing. Forever grateful, Love 31!
“I want to make every second count.”
You did that, and then some.
Thank you, @jsimms1119. 🫡
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I’m not here to influence or persuade. Just to gain and give perspective, but still understand and love at the end of the day regardless. Y’all can keep twisting the narrative though, we good on this side still.
Hook’Em
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@gnewsii this a hell of a play, sheesh!
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That’s why you gotta do what’s right for your family and you or you’ll get caught up with the politics in CFB. The business isn’t pretty at all.
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Commentators that try to act like they know what they are talking about a pet peeve of mine🤦🏽♂️
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Love to see it, much deserved!
Broncos, WR Courtland Sutton agree to 4-year, $60.8M contract extension. (via @RapSheet + @TomPelissero)
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😁😁
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Said it already but really honored to wear #30. I understand and respect what this number means to the organization and Broncos Country!
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I just wanna know where the targeting rules are when a offensive player lowers their head intentionally.. sheesh. So many calls are one sided.
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Much deserved man, one of the best in the game🫡
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Always...Thanks for allowing me to spend time with y’all. Love always #BryceStrong 🧡
Thank you @CSterns_7 for stopping in and visiting @BryceWisdom20. We appreciate you taking the time to put a smile on his face. #BryceStrong🎗🧡 #HookEm @RWisdom12
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Thanking Bryce for the meaningful mark he left on me and the community*🧡✊🏽
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Always has the highest motor, always hustling making plays .
Joseph Ossai’s an awesome young player who played an excellent game. The #Bengals didn’t lose this game because of him. Get that nonsense out of here.
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So statistically, my brother @jerrethsterns was the best WR in college football by a lot. Just tested really well, but no combine invite? Make it make sense man..
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I’m not disappointed, I’m understanding on people’s perspectives on what the song means to them and I get it both sides. I do think it’s important that those who partake are informed and educated of the roots of the song and how it came about. Still love though!
Proud of you, your colleagues, the entire student organization that led these changes. I am happy that intelligent conversations occurred and positive changes resulted. #HookEm
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🐐🐐🐐!
“Super Bowl XXXII was the finest game that any safety in any Super Bowl ever has played.” - @AdamSchefter
Steve Atwater: The Road to Canton premieres this Thursday at 8pm MT on @DenverChannel 👀
📰 » dbron.co/hsw
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With that said.. give me a better coaching and strength staff when I’m there and I would’ve had a field day😮💨
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