

Reggie Rusk
Reggie Rusk is a former NFL defensive back, entrepreneur, and community leader whose career spans professional athletics, mentorship, and youth empowerment initiatives. Born in Galveston, Texas, Rusk built a strong football foundation at the University of Kentucky, where he emerged as a standout defensive back before entering the NFL.
Selected in the 7th round of the 1996 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Rusk played six seasons in the National Football League. His professional career included time with the Seattle Seahawks and the San Diego Chargers, where he contributed as a cornerback and special teams player, earning a reputation for discipline, leadership, and defensive reliability.
Following his NFL career, Rusk transitioned into entrepreneurship and community development. He founded Stay Recruited, an organization focused on educational literacy, life skills training, and athletic mentorship. Through this platform, he has dedicated over a decade to guiding student-athletes toward academic achievement, character development, and long-term success beyond sports.
Today, Reggie Rusk operates at the intersection of athletics, business, and mentorship — leveraging his professional experience to develop young leaders, support community growth, and build sustainable pathways for athletes to succeed both on and off the field.