Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Fessy Shafaat. Verified Credits (0) Worked with Faysal Shafaat? If there is a male rookie that you want to watch out for this season, it has to be Faysal Shafaat, aka Fessy. Fessy appeared … If you’re wondering why he did not make the NFL, Fessy tore his ACL joint during his senior year (still received 3rd Team All American). Fessy is not socially cunning and is not the person who will play the puppet master. Kaycee gets credit for trying despite having injured her knee after a nasty fall. Not only is he built like a freight train, but Fessy is also the fastest guy on the cast. Follow me on Twitter for the occasional bad joke. The Hive notoriously got picked off one by one despite winning multiple HOH’s and Veto competitions. he is prepared to do absolutely anything it takes to come out on top, whether he has to backstab, betray or physically obliterate anyone who stands in his way. Dolphins head coach Brian Flores gets some help from his sons, Miles and Maxwell, to announce Miami's seventh-round pick of OT Larnel Coleman out of UMass. See More See Less. Again, Fessy’s big ass did it in 15 minutes!!! Imagining old-man 265 lb CT vs. Fessy in Hall Brawl sounds like a dream, two big meaty men bumpin meats. If you recall, his ex, Haleigh Broucher, who he met while on BB20, spoke out about their break up and his alleged cheating with The Challenge castmate, Tori Deal. Fessy Shafaat (@FessyFitness) makes his Challenge debut on Total Madness after a Big Brother 20 run that did not allow him to test most of Fessy Shafaat (@FessyFitness) makes his Challenge debut on Total Madness after a Big Brother 20 run that did not allow him to test most of 65:07. You can’t vote him out the game like BB, to get Fessy out, you’re going to need to go through a hulking beast in elimination. What if Fessy sucks? He Studied Psychology. If there is a male rookie that you want to watch out for this season, it has to be Faysal Shafaat, aka Fessy. Fessy Shafaat quit and bailed on his partner Kaycee Clark during 'The Challenge: Double Agents' finals. However, as a fan of this show, I would very much like to see Fessy play Cory or Bananas in Hall Brawl and send them flying. And was a top 20 finalist for cbs big brother 19 (2017) and cbs survivor and MTV are you the one finalist as well both in 2017. Although his girlfriend at home is crazy hot, so while it may affect his game, he is still winning. Veteran: 2nd Challenge . When you consider over half this male cast can’t solve a puzzle to save their lives, Fessy might be in great shape. Info ; … Then we heard from Tori, explaining her side.Now it is Fessy Shafaat’s turn to tell his side to this drama. Eliminations & Winning Potential: As some who analyzes the Challenge, I think Hall Brawl is a dumb elimination because it is dangerous, and often does not measure skills that matter in the Challenge. Instead, he got tricked by the other side and nominated one of only two people in his alliance. Essentially, Fessy never fell. Known for his showmance with Haleigh Broucher and being clueless, Fasyal was a member of the crumbling FOUTTE alliance, was blindsided and left out of nearly every vote, and never knew what was going on. Sidenote: Fessy was also league MVP as a high school basketball player. Faysal Shafaat’s football career in detail Before becoming a reality television star, Faysal was a notorious football player at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. It resulted in his alliance of 3 becoming only 2 (the 6 others in the game were against them). We have seen guys his size struggle in finals. He Appeared on Season 20 of ‘Big Brother’ & Finished in 9th Place. While Fessy didn’t play FBS football, he dominated the FCS level, and had he not gotten he injured, he at least would have been signed to a roster (or Practice Squad). At the very least, I can see him making the final. Faysal Shafaat: 28 Years Old, 6'5, 243 lbs, ROOKIE, 4.78 40 yd Dash, 22 reps of a 225 lb bench lift. I would like to share all my triumphs and defeats as an athlete to help children and adults who aspire with the same goals I had. 2 time all american. While he’ll likely crush any basic daily challenge, someone with his talent should be playing to win. 0 0 10 months ago. Now, why am I so excited about the guy who made the dumbest move in Big Brother history? Athletic build. Follow full coverage of Faysal Shafaat during the 2014 NFL Draft on ESPN.com 24 years old. IMG-20201112-WA0023.jpg. 4 on all time receiving list at UTC. The Challenge: Double Agents- Faysal "Fessy" Shafaat . In terms of the political game, Fessy is somewhat tethered to Swaggy C and Bayleigh as Swaggy was his top ally in the Big Brother house. Skills and Physical Strength: Unlike other Challenge competitors with fake NFL dreams, Fessy had the legitimate talent, athletic ability, and skills to play in the NFL. Instagram @fessyfitness . This guy is bigger than everyone on the cast, has ridiculous upper body strength, knows how to get physical at a high level, is faster than everyone, and is like a ballerina in terms of balance. 18 TDs, 125 career catches. He's someone who wears his heart on his sleeves, which explains why he chose to have a heart-to-heart conversation with Cory Wharton about how he felt about Gabby Allen and Tori Deal. Faysal Shawn "Fessy" Shafaat is a contestant on Big Brother 20 (US).. Fessy was a legitimate high-level college athlete as he was a two time FCS All-American tight-end who had NFL tryouts, ran a 4.79 40 yard dash, and measures a ridiculous 6'5 and 243 lbs. SSMP (Social, Strategic, Mental, and Political) Game: There is this concept that Fessy is an idiot based on his Big Brother playstyle and the fact he’s a bit of a goofy guy. … The big questions for Fessy will be, can he run 13–20 miles? That doesn’t mean Fessy doesn’t have book smarts. He often makes the ladies go gaga over his charming personality, but looks are not the only strong point in Fessy’s overall persona. He was a two-time All-American tight end for the Chattanooga Mocs from 2011 to 2014. In all seriousness, I think Fessy would do well in any non-carnival game elimination. Can he win? Share your experience and become verified! If he can prove himself early by winning a daily challenge or two, then people will be intimidated by his 6'5 frame. The guy is a loyal follower who will likely rely on his physical abilities. Fessy was a legitimate high-level college athlete as he was a two time FCS All-American tight-end who had NFL tryouts, ran a 4.79 40 yard dash, and measures a ridiculous 6'5 and 243 lbs. September 24, 2018 Jess Tateham BB20, Faysal Shafaat, Fessy Big Brother ’s Faysal Shafaat (Fessy) was arrested for indecent exposure and public intoxication in 2013 when he was 21. You put him in a sledgehammer battle, and it can be anyone’s game (unless you play Jordan because then you will lose). A record 65 players from SEC schools were selected during the 2021 NFL draft, topping the conference's previous mark of 64 in 2019. Skills and Physical Strength: What is unique about Fessy isn’t that he’s big; it is that he is a magnificent mix of size, speed, and coordination. 00:00. Part of me feels as though Fessy is in much better shape than Free Agents Zach, however, once your body shuts down on you, it’s over. Connell Maynor's excitement after winning the SWAC championship causes him to pay tribute to professional wrestler Ric Flair. It took a couple of years to recover, and he did impress during a Pro Day in 2017. 312.5k Followers, 768 Following, 147 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Faysal Shawn Shafaat (@fessyfitness) You throw a 6'5 and 240+ lb guy like Fessy on there, and you expect him to fall on his ass every time. The worst-case scenario for Fessy is Wes pulls a fast one on him at some point, but that’s called a learning experience. But Kaycee did it and how. What happened was, Fessy won a critical HOH competition in which his alliance would finally be able to take out a member of the majority alliance. I blog about MTV's the Challenge and will dabble into other subjects occasionally. Was on American Ninja warrior season 9(2017). Fessy being in a relationship, hurts his potential social game. Fessy Shafaat has been getting closer to Gabby Allen inside The Challenge: Double Agents house, but he’s not sure how he actually feels — especially because he also is interested in Tori Deal. fessy views "the challenge" as his opportunity for redemption after failing to achieve his dream of making the nfl. The latest stats, facts, news and notes on Faysal Shafaat of the Chattanooga Mocs The Buccaneers take Houston linebacker Grant Stuard with the final pick of the 2021 NFL draft. Author: Fessy Shafaat I have been blessed and considered a top athlete all though high school and college. Well, the Challenge isn’t Big Brother. Former NFL quarterback thinks he has "zero percent chance" of losing to The Challenge star Fessy Shafaat in a Hall Brawl. Every season of Big Brother, they play an endurance competitor where players have to run and up and down a greased-up/soapy surface while carrying a liquid from one end to another, trying to spill as little as possible as they try to fill up a container. And also, even though they are strong players, it’s not hard to imagine Fessy edging them out in a final. Kwity Paye's first-round selection by the Colts was the culmination of a long journey for him and his mother, who went through a lot to help get him there. Fessy better spend over an hour on the treadmill every single day he is in the house. Faysal Shawn "Fessy" Shafaat is a contestant from Big Brother 20 and American Ninja Warrior. While Fessy proved to be way too trustworthy and gullible on Big Brother, he displayed a remarkable amount of loyalty, and his straight-up playstyle will do him favors on the Challenge. Fessy linking up with Wes and CT and Rogan would be genius as they would be strong in the daily challenges. It’s like I’m describing a young CT. This NFL life Discover more; Sign up SIGN IN; Fessy Shafaat Interview (Total Madness) From: Smashing Heads Podcast. However, her partner pretty much just looked on and made no effort whatsoever. As I mentioned above, Fessy could be a strong and loyal number. A positive attitude can really make dreams come true---it did for me! In the video, he says Fessy isn’t a good partner simply because he beat Kyle Christie in a hall brawl. They made bad move after bad move. Bills third-round draft pick Spencer Brown continues the tradition, as the former Northern Iowa offensive tackle jumps through a table after being selected by the Bills. Fessy will be a champion one day; I guarantee that. Fessy Shafaat and his partner Kaycee Clark didn’t even make it past the opening round of the final and timed out during the eating portion. 3 time all conference. His competitive streak took a backseat when it came to chowing down food items that weren't exactly appetizing. Discover and listen to your favorite podcasts for free or sign up to create your own! Get the latest news, stats, videos, highlights and more about tight end Faysal Shafaat on ESPN. While Fessy struggled with the strategic and political game of Big Brother, his athleticism and size will shine bright. Born on October 17, 1991, Faysal Shawn “Fessy” Shafaat is a 29-year-old television personality and a reality TV star. ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky has been vocal about the show before and he recently slammed Fessy Shafaat on-air and in a series of tweets after the Big Brother star’s performance in the final. With bated breath, I think he could win in a world where Jordan and Bananas aren’t there for the final. Veteran players will want to align with Fessy because he is someone they can trust, and who they see as a threat; thus, they’d rather play with him than against him. Why People Thought Baseball HOFer Johnny Evers Was an Annoying Crab, Luka Doncic and his prodigious rise to stardom, NBA Players Deserve Our Support — Whether They Choose to Play Or Not, More Athletes Should Not “Shut Up and Dribble”. Football isn’t the only thing Fessy got out of his time at The … The most notorious was Fessy’s. When I made my original way too early power rankings for Season 35 back on departure day, I called Fessy the dark horse to win Season 35 as on paper — he has all the skills to be the next great challenger. The next week, he and his only alliance member (his girlfriend Haleigh) got nominated for eviction, and his game was over. This was before he became famous on Big Brother. Although he called it a "complicated" position … In high school, Fessy was an honor roll student and followed it up with being an Academic All American in college, as well on the Dean’s List, and got awarded his college’s commissioner’s medal his final year. It is good to have numbers on your side entering the game, but it’s not hard to imagine them throwing Fessy against Swaggy in the first elimination, either. Does Positional Flexibility Change the NBA Awards. Fessy Shafaat and Tori Deal The Challenge: Double Agents focused a lot more on the competition aspect of the show instead of the drama, but it nevertheless created a lot of buzz with a storyline concerning an attraction between Fessy Shafaat and Tori Deal. Think a taller, stronger, and more athletic version of Zach Nichols, and also subtract the overt misogyny and verbal abusiveness. ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky has been vocal about the show before and he recently slammed Fessy Shafaat on-air and in a series of tweets after the Big Brother star’s performance in the final. Faysal Fessy Shafaat: 29 Years Old, 6'5, 243 lbs, 1 Season, 1x Finalist, 1–0 Elimination Record, Highest Finish: 4th Place Total Madness. Faysal “Fessy” Shafaat from Big Brother and The Challenge has decided to speak his truth! He sped through the course and finished in a mind-shattering 15 minutes (it was supposed to be endurance based, i.e., close to an hour). He was a finalist on Total Madness and Double Agents. Like Like. 2014 AP ALL american. Banking on the fact that the former honor roll student is competent in puzzles and won’t gas out like Free Agents Zach, Rivals 1 Wes, or Exes 1 CT, then he is a contender. Viewers saw Fessy express his attraction to Tori, who was on the show without her fiance Jordan Wiseley. NO. Download Embed. Copyright: © ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. As I write this article, I feel like I’m bullshitting all of you. What happened? Fessy Shafaat is an open book. Part of me feels he is a can’t miss prospect, and at the very worst, he has a Joss Vendettas performance. 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