Cardinal’s Campbell Celebrates 27th Birthday Giving Back

Arizona Cardinals DE Calais Campbell threw his 3rd Annual Birthday Celebration and CRC Foundation Fundraiser Dinner on Monday September 2nd at Flemings Steakhouse and Wine Bar (Chandler, AZ). Although a giant on the football field and feared by every opposing team, Campbell has an even bigger heart for the community.

While standing 6’8” and weighing 300lbs its not hard to miss him in the crowd… he might even be a little intimidating however after speaking with him for just a few short moments, you’ll quickly realize he’s probably one of the most humble, down to earth athletes you’ll ever meet.

His willingness to interact with fans and even crack a joke or two is one of the many reasons why he’s loved within the Birdgang community. When asked what major changes from camp can we expect implemented into the season he said “As a team we’ve become smarter and are quickly learning from our mistakes”. He also mentioned this can very well be his best season as a player with all the hard work he’s put into the off-season, he feels with his dedication and strong will he’s become a wiser, stronger and overall better player.

With 7 siblings of his own, Campbell knows first-hand that the importance of family, loyalty, hard work and dedication rewards itself. With the CRC Foundation it will help teach skills that are not typically learned in a traditional classroom setting that are necessary for real life, such as accounting, budgeting, drug and alcohol awareness, cooking, diversity awareness, and writing.

When asked how he felt about spending his birthday with people supporting his community work he quickly replied with “Any time you can give back to the fans and help raise money for a great charity it makes my birthday that much more special”. On top of his mother, sister, and girlfriend coming to spport the CRC Foundation;  his teammates came deep as well including: Sam Acho, Jay Feely, Ryan Lindly, Alex Okafor, Dan Williams, Earl Watford and Michael Floyd.

Campbell has shown and continues to be a big presence on and off the field. The community has embraced him for not only what he brings to Birdgang football but for him just being him, a like-able guy with a smile that can brighten the room. This birthday celebration consummates the start of #93′s biggest season as proud Cardinal.

For more exclusive pictures from his celebration click HERE.

For the latest from Campbell follow @Campbell93

Visit his foundation www.crcfoundation.org

–Mike Yduarte, AZ Bridgang Crew Photographer

–Theresa Villano and Lauren Reschler, Campbell’s Publist:Centurion Strategies contributed to this story