Chris Weinke had an itch to get into coaching after his NFL career ended in 2008, but he wasn't sure where or at what level. Sports is part of his DNA. A decorated athlete at Cretin-Derham Hall, Weinke won a national championship and the Heisman Trophy as a quarterback at Florida State. He played professional baseball before college, and started 20 games at quarterback in his seven NFL seasons. But the St. Paul native hadn't established any concrete long-term plans after his athletic career finally ended.
"Played a lot of golf," the 38-year-old said.
His life took a new course, however, after he ran into a staff member of the renowned IMG Academy at a Florida State football game. That spurred a process that led Weinke to become director of the IMG Madden Football Academy, which opened last spring in Bradenton, Fla. Known for its work with golf and tennis prodigies, IMG hired Weinke to help launch its football academy, which offers specialized camps and instruction for players at all levels. His clientele includes a 13-year-old quarterback from Kentucky, high school kids hoping to earn a college scholarship and ... Cam Newton, the 2010 Heisman Trophy winner from Auburn and recent No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft
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