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David Corenswet Stars in Inspiring NFL Film This Christmas

4/16/2026

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David Corenswet, actor, stars as John Tuggle in Mr. Irrelevant: The John Tuggle Story, set for release on December 25.
Jonathan Levine directs the film, which follows Tuggle as the last 1983 NFL draft pick and highlights optimism.
Levine calls Tuggle a 'real-life superhero' and notes his impact on the New York Giants during their season.
Michael Shannon plays coach Bill Parcells, and Isabel May portrays Tuggle's love interest, Katie.

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Story summary

David Corenswet, actor, stars as John Tuggle in Mr. Irrelevant: The John Tuggle Story, set for release on December 25.
Jonathan Levine directs the film, which follows Tuggle as the last 1983 NFL draft pick and highlights optimism.
Levine calls Tuggle a 'real-life superhero' and notes his impact on the New York Giants during their season.
Michael Shannon plays coach Bill Parcells, and Isabel May portrays Tuggle's love interest, Katie.