Ahmed Hassanein qualifies for the NFL's International Pathways Program because he was raised in Egypt and played just 2 years of high school football.

Bringing a relentless work ethic and a physical style of play, the Boise State product is viewed as a player who can seamlessly gel with how the Lions operate. On the heels of the team's first rookie minicamp practice, Hassanein was emphatic that he will take no handouts on his journey to becoming a contributor.

After proclaiming that he would die for the Detroit Lions head coach on draft day, rookie edge rusher Ahmed Hassanein finally got the chance to make his intentions known to Dan Campbell in person