Rapper Toosii to Play Football at Syracuse University
Syracuse-born rapper Nau’Jour Grainger, widely recognized as Toosii, has officially announced his commitment to play football at Syracuse University. This decision was revealed by Toosii through his social media channels on Monday.
Toosii’s Journey to Football
Toosii boasts a substantial following, with over 4.5 million followers on Instagram. Earlier this year, he made a recruiting visit to Syracuse, sharing his experiences and photos from the trip online. In his announcement, he expressed a strong sense of purpose, stating, “When Coach Fran called, I knew it was a sign from God. So with that being said, Cuse I’m coming home.”
Background of Toosii
- Name: Nau’Jour Grainger
- Stage Name: Toosii
- Age: 25 years
- Notable Work: Double-platinum record, Favorite Song (2023)
- Early Life: Born in Syracuse; moved to North Carolina at age 12
Before pursuing his music career, Toosii played high school football in North Carolina. Now, he is taking a break from recording to focus on his aspiration of being a Division I athlete. He articulated this goal with determination, saying, “I’m chasing history. First multi-platinum recording artist to go back to school and play Division I football. Next year I’m gonna be on somebody’s team, mark my words!”
Preparation for Football
Toosii has not been idle as he prepares for this new chapter. He has been utilizing the facilities at North Carolina State University to get into optimal football shape.
In addition to his commitment to Syracuse, Toosii was also seen at a gameday visit at the University of Maryland shortly after his announcement. With his unique blend of musical talent and athletic ambition, Toosii’s journey is one to watch as he transitions from the music industry to collegiate football.
