Remembering his roots: Westbrook reflects on his Villanova start

Courtesy of FastSportsPhilly.comWhen you hear the name Brian Westbrook, what first comes to mind?

His game winning punt return touchdown in 2003 against the Giants at the Meadowlands? His touchdown in Super Bowl XXXIX to tie the score at 14? Or his go ahead 71 yard touchdown against the Vikings in the 2008 NFC Wildcard game? Regardless of the countless touchdowns and dazzling runs, most of us remember him as an All-Pro Running Back for the Philadelphia Eagles. But before he established himself as one of the best running backs in Eagles history, Westbrook worked on his craft to attract NFL scouts on the Main Line.

Growing up in Ft. Washington, Md., Brian Westbrook was surrounded by athletics…