NFL lineman Franklin looking to give back to his home-town association
TORONTO — Orlando Franklin has made it big in the NFL, but he hasn’t forgotten his Toronto football roots.
The Los Angeles Chargers hulking offensive guard has reached an agreement in principle to purchase the Scarborough Minor Football Association. It’s the same program Franklin participated in as a youth before moving to Florida and playing high school football in Delray Beach.
“At the end of the day I believe I can make a difference for these kids, that’s my biggest reason,” the six-foot-six, 315-pound Franklin said Tuesday after a news conference formally announcing the move. “I’m happy just being able to give back to an organization that’s played a pivotal role in my life.
“I’m really excited to help out these kids, trying to be around for their day-to-day life and help them grow as young people while they’re on their transition to adulthood.”