Where are they now: Az-Zahir HakimKaitlyn Amaral
Az-Zahir Hakim grew up playing football in Los Angeles, California. He watched the Los Angeles Rams and Raiders and dreamed of one day playing in the NFL.
The year was 1998, when Hakim finished his collegiate career at San Diego State University with 147 receptions, 2,622 receiving yards and 21 receiving touchdowns. Before he knew it, draft day had arrived, and Hakim was waiting to hear his name called. In the 4th round with the 96th overall pick, the St. Louis Rams selected the standout receiver from Southern California.
Hakim, who was 21 at the time, went into his rookie season under head coach Dick Vermeil and alongside other Rams legends such as wide receivers Ricky Proehl and 4-time Pro Bowl selection Isaac Bruce. Hakim knew that he wanted to be a vital piece with his speed and agility heading into the new season.
“The Rams picked me, and I thought, ‘I have to be one of the players to be a difference maker,’” said Hakim.
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