Former NFL cornerback turned NFL official Nate Jones joins Peanut and Roman for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life on both sides of the whistle. He dives into the mental and physical demands of officiating, the reality of “makeup calls,” and what it’s like dealing with overzealous parents at youth games. Nate reflects on what it was like being coached by both Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells, and the sting of the infamous Tony Romo botched field goal game. He also opens up about retiring on his own terms, finding a new passion in officiating, and the feeling of being “drafted” to the NFL as a ref. From the evolution of technology in football to his personal Mount Rushmore of influences, Nate brings insight, humor, and heart to this one-of-a-kind conversation. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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