PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 27: Quarterback Anthony Gordon #18 of the Washington State Cougars drops back to pass during the second half of the Cheez-It Bowl against the Air Force Falcons at Chase Field on December 27, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Falcons defeated the Cougars 31-21. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Anthony Gordon is used to the steep climb ahead.
Though he’s proven himself to be a very gifted all-around athlete with an ability to live up to the moment and beat the odds facing him, Gordon has been forced—time and again—to silence the doubters and make his name known in football circles.