Willie McQueen(born September 6, 1986) is a double amputee from Flint, Michigan who gained substantial renown by starting for his school's football team.
The 3'1" teen started out sixth on the depth chart at defensive tackle, but steadily passed the competition until he ultimately became the starter.
[1] In an article published by the Associated Press, McQueen cited the San Francisco 49ers as his favorite team, and stated the goals of playing for the 49ers and becoming a coach after graduation.
[2] Four years later, former 49ers coach Steve Mariucci brought McQueen as a guest to the practice facility of his new team, the Detroit Lions.
[3] When asked why he would invite and fly a complete stranger and his mother to be his guest in San Francisco Special Agent Carolin said " I was deeply moved that this young man..... after having had his two legs amputated and playing high school football......