We're Out of TimeFrom NFL to TV Stardom: Akbar Gbajabiamila on Identity, Addiction & Resilience

Secret Audition, Life-Changing Call

23:15–24:13 · 59s

While selling artificial turf to make ends meet, Akbar sneaks a suit into his car, auditions at NFL Network behind his wife's back, and lands the job that launches his entertainment career and American Ninja Warrior.

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