Heath Shuler: From NFL Bust to Congressman

0:00On April 21st, CBS Sports just dropped a tough list, naming former Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Heath Schuller as the Washington Commanders biggest. NFL Draft Bust Ever, they picked him third overall back in 1994, with sky-high expectations after his college stardom. Schuller's pro career flamed out quick. He struggled with a completion rate under 50% and low yards per pass, starting just 13 games over his first two seasons. Then a seventh round pick, Gus Ferret, snatched the starting job, leading Washington to trade Schuller to New Orleans in 1997 for some mid-round picks. Fans and analysts are buzzing about this throwback ranking, especially bowl supporters who remember Schuller's glory days. He was SEC player of the year in 1993, throwing for over 2,000 yards and 25 touchdowns to cap a 10-and-2 season on, Rocky Top. Schuller bounced back big outside football, serving three terms in Congress for North Carolina's

1:0011th District, proving he's more than just gridiron. Stets, that pivot from bust to boss, shows life's full of plot twists. Keeps the game interesting beyond the field. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today.