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Washington's Elijah Qualls survived 'pitbull block,' family turmoil in pursuit of NFL

SEATTLE -- Elijah Qualls buzzed around Dempsey Indoor Practice Facility, waiting for his turn to run through drills at Washington's pro day.

With rapper Kevin Gates blaring through his headphones, Qualls paused often to joke with scouts and encourage teammates. He looked comfortable and engaged.

It has been that way since he was 5 years old and his stepdad, DeJuan Miggins, first signed him up to play football.