STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Adisa Isaac was curious from a young age. In third grade, he asked his mother, Lisa Wiltshire-Isaac, why his siblings were different. She explained that his brothers and sister had various disabilities from birth. Adisa absorbed this information and began to understand his family dynamic.
As Adisa grew up, he took on a significant role in caring for his siblings, who needed extra support. Despite the challenges, he remained dedicated to helping his family and excelled in high school football, earning a scholarship to Penn State.
At Penn State, Adisa continued to shine on and off the field. He became a team captain, earned All-American honors, and volunteered to work with children with disabilities. His positive attitude and selflessness set him apart from other players.
Now, as Adisa prepares for the NFL Draft, he reflects on his journey and the impact he wants to make. He plans to use his platform to help others, particularly children with disabilities. Adisa sees his success as an opportunity to provide a better life for his family and give back to his community.
(Illustration: Dan Goldfarb / The Athletic; photo: Todd Rosenberg / Associated Press)