David Patten bounces back from viral meningitis and serves as inspiration

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David Patten was recently released from the hospital after a bout with viral meningitis. Patten has bounced back and returned to training camp. Viral meningitis has served as only as an additional challenge that Patten has had to overcome. Patten was undrafted out of college in 1995. He paid his dues in the working world, in Arena Football League never giving up on his dream to play in the NFL. He finally found a place in the league in 1997 with the New York Giants. This year will be his 10th year in the league.


"Bottom line is, you deal with the hand that you're dealt, and you play it and you give it your all."

-David Patten

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Patten a pro at overcoming obstacles