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Ex-Rutgers player Eric LeGrand recognized by WWE as a "Warrior''

He's won the Rutgers football team's award for courage, the Jimmy V ESPY award for perseverance and now Eric LeGrand is set to be honored by the WWE.

The former Rutgers football player on Monday was named the recipient of the third annual Warrior Award, the wrestling company announced.

"Eric LeGrand has shown incredible perseverance and unwavering positivity throughout his recovery," WWE Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon said in a statement. "From the work he does helping others with spinal cord injuries to his motivational speaking, Eric is the perfect choice for this prestigious award.