All of the work paid off for rookie quarterback Max Brosmer last week when he learned he had earned himself a spot on the active roster following a successful training camp with the Minnesota Vikings.

He gave himself permission to take a step back and enjoy the moment, hopping on a group FaceTime with his mom, dad, brother, girlfriend and his dogs to celebrate.

After a few minutes, he hung up and got back to the grind.

“It was pretty surreal when I found out, and then it was like, ‘Snap out of it,’ ” Brosmer said. “You’ve got to earn it every single day.”

As excited as he was to make the team as an undrafted free agent, Brosmer had to remind himself this is not the ultimate goal. He wants to have staying power. The only way to accomplish that is to continue to work.

“Our team does suc

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