LeBron James Wasn't Going to Play High School Football as a Junior, but the Death of a Young Celebrity Changed Everything

Looking back, LeBron James took a serious chance in high school. Although he was a standout football player, it became evident James' future was in basketball. That didn't stop the highly-touted James from playing two full seasons of football at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School and becoming a big-time prospect in the sport.