Memphis Showboats quarterback Cole Kelley (in a 2022 photo) said hardships have taught him to value every day. “This life will pass you by if you don’t take advantage of it. And I’m talking from experience.” (Charlie Neibergall/AP file)
Ten years ago, Cole Kelley was shot while driving and one of his passengers died. Five years ago, angry SEC fans booed him off the field. Today, he’s starting for Memphis in the USFL.
