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ABOUT ME

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One yard short =

One million possibilities

My name is Kevin Dyson, and my journey is etched into NFL history as the 16th overall pick of the 1998 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans (then the Oilers). As a wide receiver, I was part of two of football's most iconic moments: the unforgettable “Music City Miracle” during the 2000 Wild Card Playoff against the Buffalo Bills and the heart-stopping “One Yard Short” play in Super Bowl XXXIV against the St. Louis Rams.

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My career, however, was shaped not just by these highs but also by significant challenges. Early on, I suffered a devastating injury during a scout team period—a collision that left me with a dislocated knee, a torn ACL, and severe meniscus damage. This required reconstructive surgery and sidelined me for an entire season. Later, during a contract year, I endured a ruptured proximal hamstring after a 40-yard catch, followed by a ruptured Achilles tendon during team drills in 2002, which ultimately ended my NFL career.

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Despite these setbacks, I refused to let adversity define me. The resilience my single mother instilled in me and my dedication to discipline and perseverance pushed me to reinvent myself. Today, I serve as the Principal at Centennial High School in Franklin, Tennessee, after leading at Grassland Middle School.

Along the way, I earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Practical Practice from Trevecca Nazarene University, as well as two master’s degrees.

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As a keynote speaker, I draw on my experiences—from the triumphs and trials of the NFL to my transformative role as an educator. My storytelling is authentic and engaging, sharing lessons of resilience, reinvention, and leadership that inspire and empower audiences.

My message resonates with sports teams, corporate leaders, students, and young adults. Whether I’m inspiring a packed stadium, hosting my podcast or Titans pre- and post-game shows, or mentoring youth in the Nashville area, I emphasize the power of perseverance, education, and self-belief.

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My journey is a testament to the idea that greatness isn’t defined by triumphs or setbacks but by how you rise, redefine success, and create a legacy of leadership and service. I strive to inspire everyone I meet to take bold steps toward their own version of greatness—on and off the field.

Qualifications

  • Number 16th pick of the 1998 NFL Draft by then the Tennessee Oilers (Titans)

  • Serving Principal of a Williamson County School in Franklin, TN 

  • Board Member of Students Taking A Right Stand (STARS)

  • Board Member of Backfield in Motion

  • Pre and Post Game Talk Show Host of Titans Radio, official radio station of the Tennessee Titans

Education

  • Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Practical Practice, Treveca Nazarene University (18')

  • Masters in Secondary Education and Teaching, Treveca Nazarene University (10')

  • Masters in Education Administration Leadership, Treveca Nazarene University (07')

  • Bachelors in Sociology, University of Utah (97')

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