The NFL Players Podcast

02. Peanut Tillman and Spice Adams - two best friends

10 Nov 2021

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New host, Peanut Tillman, lives down the street from his best friend, Spice Adams. These two can talk about anything - from playing together to inside...

01. Logan Ryan kicks it off with Devin McCourty, Kevin Byard and Saquon Barkley

03 Nov 2021

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Meet your new podcast host - New York Giants captain, Logan Ryan. As a father, husband and respected teammate, Logan is giving us an inside look at th...

NFL Players Podcast Trailer

01 Nov 2021

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Lional Dalton on his battle with kidney disease

18 Aug 2021

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As he urgently searches for a kidney donor, former Ravens defensive tackle, Lional Dalton, opens up about his emotional battle with kidney disease. To...

Legend Stephon Morris on the Cigna Work/Life Resources for Legends

11 Aug 2021

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NFl Legend, Stephon Morris, explains the Cigna Work/Life resources available for former NFL players - from the perspective of a former player and now ...

Steelers linebacker, Cassius Marsh, opens his own trading card store

04 Aug 2021

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Steelers linebacker, Cassius Marsh, talks about his new trading card store: Cash Cards Unlimited in Westlake Village, CA. Learn more about your ad-ch...

Mark Brunell, Willie McGinest, Michael Robinson and Chad Pennington talk youth football

27 Jul 2021

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NFL Legends Mark Brunell, Willie McGinest, Michael Robinson and Chad Pennington talk about their passion for growing the game of football through yout...

Mark Pattison finally conquers Mount Everest

21 Jul 2021

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This spring, Mark Pattison finally conquered Mount Everest - completing his journey to climb all seven of the world summits. Mark talks about the chal...

Part 2 - Mark Pattison gears up for Mount Everest climb

21 Jul 2021

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Mark Pattison takes us through his journey of preparing to climb Mount Everest - the tallest mountain in the world above sea level.. Learn more about...

Part 1 - Mark Pattison gears up for Mount Everest climb

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Pattison takes us through his journey of preparing to climb Mount Everest - the tallest mountain in the world above sea level.. Learn more about...

Tim Grunhard's feelings on being inducted to the Chiefs Hall of Fame

14 Jul 2021

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With 120 straight starts and an impressive career as an OL, Tim Grunhard talks about what it means to be just the 46th player to ever be inducted into...

After 40 years, Keena Turner finally graduates college - alongside his daughter

14 Jul 2021

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An emotional journey for Keena Turner: after 40 years, he graduated from Purdue alongside his daughter. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://w...

John Randle and Leonard Wheeler on sleep wellness

30 Jun 2021

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John Randle and Leonard Wheeler discuss the importance of sleep wellness and the Sleep Number Sleep30 challenge.. Learn more about your ad-choices at...

Dolphins CB, Byron Jones, talks financial literacy and how he's helping kids build their wealth

23 Jun 2021

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Byron Jones knew that eventually, he would trade in competing on the field for competing in the interview room. He started reading personal finance bo...

Cardinals offensive tackle, Kelvin Beachum, talks about his roots and his work off the field

09 Jun 2021

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Cardinals offensive tackle, Kelvin Beachum, talks about his football journey and how he works to impacts others Learn more about your ad-choices at h...

Super Bowl winner and Hall of Fame coach, Bill Cowher talks about his new book - Heart and Steel

02 Jun 2021

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Coach Bill Cowher and Aeneas Williams sit down and talk about his life journey as a husband, Hall of Fame coach for the Steelers, and CBS cohost. Hear...

Kelvin Beachum, Chester Pitts and Mack Strong have a candid conversation around mental health

26 May 2021

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Kelvin Beachum, Chester Pitts and Mack Strong have a candid conversation around mental health. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheart...

"I'm going to listen to me." - "Hammer" Hank Bauer divulges his secrets on how he tackles life

19 May 2021

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Hank Bauer sits down with Aeneas Williams about his mindset for approaching everything from football, to broadcasting, to personal life - "I'm going t...

New York Giants punter, Riley DIxon, talks through his work with Uplifting Athletes and the rare disease community

12 May 2021

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NFL-hopeful, Rob Long, had his football career cut short when he was diagnosed with brain cancer. Now in remission, Rob has since founded Uplifting At...

In honor of Mother's Day, Chester Pitts talks about how his mom supported him through a life-changing event

05 May 2021

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In honor of Mother's Day, Chester Pitts sits down with Aeneas to talk about his mother held him to extremely high standards his whole life, particular...

Rod Woodson and Steven Jackson reveal what it felt like to be drafted in the first round

28 Apr 2021

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Rod Woodson, Hall of Famer, and Steven Jackson divulge what it felt like to be picked in the first round of the NFL Draft - and how those expectations...

Vance Johnson opens up about his struggle with substance abuse and his recovery journey

21 Apr 2021

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Vance Johnson opens up about the struggles he experienced in his personal life throughout his career, his journey towards getting clean and how his re...

From the Heinz field to... cosmetics! Chris Kolodziejski brings his business to life

14 Apr 2021

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NFL Legend, Chris Kolodziejski, had his football career with the Steelers cut short because of an injury but he took his work ethic to entrepreneurshi...

Rescheduling Everest

07 Apr 2021

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Mark Pattison is inches away from becoming the first NFL player to climb the seven summits with only one mountain left - Mount Everest. Aeneas William...

Derrick Morgan and his wife, Charity, talk about going vegan

31 Mar 2021

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Derrick and Charity Morgan made the decision to go vegan together. They talk about finding a balance in new foods, and the important of nutrition as a...

Pierre Desir and Takeo Spikes talk about what it takes to be the best dad you can be

24 Mar 2021

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Takeo Spikes sits down with Pierre Desir to talk about fatherhood and the sacrifices made to be the best dad you can be. Learn more about your ad-cho...

Nick Ferguson keeps the grind with his new hustle as a radio show host

17 Mar 2021

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Nick Ferguson emphasizes the importance of work ethic - from walking on at Georgia Tech, making it in the NFL and grinding to start his own radio show...

Raven's Bradley Bozeman talks about personal experiences with bullying

10 Mar 2021

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Bradley Bozeman, Raven's Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, and his wife, Nikki, started their foundation to combat bullying and strengthen commun...

Dalvin Tomlinson talks about why he chose Alabama over Harvard

03 Mar 2021

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Dalvin Tomlinson, the 2020 NY Giants Man of the Year nominee, talks book smarts, building computers and choosing the University of Alabama over Harvar...

Cris Carter, Justin Simmons and Laurent Duvernay-Tardif give tips to 2021 EWSB players

17 Feb 2021

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Cris Carter hosts a panel discussion with Justin Simmons and Laurent Duvernay-Tardif to give pro tips to the 2021 East West Shrine Bowl players Learn...

Nate Burleson, Nick Mullens and Shaq Barrett give tips to 2021 EWSB players

17 Feb 2021

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Nate Burleson hosts a panel discussion with Nick Mullens and Shaq Barrett for the 2021 East West Shrine Bowl players. Learn more about your ad-choice...

Bucs Legend Cam Lynch at SBLV

10 Feb 2021

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Legend, Cam Lynch, sits down with Aeneas Williams at Super Bowl LV in Tampa. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihe...

Brian Orakpo and Michael Griffin chat about becoming the Cupcake Guys and excelling in small business

03 Feb 2021

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NFL Legends, Brian Orakpo and Michael Griffin, sit down with Aeneas Williams to talk about their transition from professional athletes to the Cupcake ...

Esera Tuaolo talks about finding himself and helping others

27 Jan 2021

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Aeneas Williams interviews NFL Legend Esera Tuaolo about his journey coming out as a gay man and how he's dedicated himself to giving back and helping...

Secrets of Excellence - Part 1

20 Jan 2021

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Jim Kelly, Brian Urlacher, DeMarcus Ware and Emmitt Smith sit down to discuss what made them successful throughout their careers and beyond. (Re-relea...

Secrets of Excellence - Part 2

20 Jan 2021

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PART 2 - Jim Kelly, Brian Urlacher, DeMarcus Ware and Emmitt Smith sit down to discuss what made them successful throughout their careers and beyond. ...

Finding Yourself Off the Field

13 Jan 2021

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Donnie Edwards and Hall of Famer, John Randle, discuss finding personal passions beyond playing. In a sweeping discussion, this remarkable panel cover...

Player Storytelling: Langston Moore

06 Jan 2021

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Transitioning out of the game of football is just as much a physical adjustment as it is mental. Former defensive tackle and NFL Legend Langston Moore...

Unfinished Business

23 Dec 2020

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LaDainian Tomlinson (Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017) and David Carr discuss grappling with the feeling that a career was not all it could hav...

Navigating Mental Health and the Holidays

16 Dec 2020

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Dr. Peter Ganshirt, licensed psychologist and Cincinnati Bengals Clinician, and Carla Suber, LCPC and Chicago Bears Clinician, talk about managing pos...

Community Influencers: Warrick Dunn and Will Shields

09 Dec 2020

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Hall of Famer Cris Carter hosts two Legends, Will Shields and Warrick Dunn, who each exuded excellence on and off the field. As All-Pro players, locke...

Player Storytelling: Seth Joyner

02 Dec 2020

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Super Bowl champ Seth Joyner sits down with his old teammate, Aeneas Williams, to relive their playing days, discuss transition out of football and ta...

Player Storytelling: Johnnie Johnson

25 Nov 2020

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NFL Legend, Johnnie Johnson, discusses his new book, "Athletics to Engineering: 8 Ways to Support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion For All," and how hi...

Player Storytelling: Whitney Mercilus

13 Nov 2020

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Texan's linebacker, Whitney Mercilus, discusses why he created his foundation, WithMerci, and his new cooking show on IGTV. Learn more about your ad-...

Player Storytelling - Nate Boyer

11 Nov 2020

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In a first-person account, former Army Green Beret and NFL long-snapper Nate Boyer tells his incredible journey of service, support and commitment to ...

Player Storytelling: Jed Collins

04 Nov 2020

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NFL Legend, Jed Collins, was cut 12 times before finally making an NFL roster - a stark reminder that football (and the paychecks) wouldn't last forev...

Player Wives - Successful Partnerships

28 Oct 2020

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Shannon Whitehead and Desire Vincent-Levy discuss how they've had successful partnerships with their husbands throughout their playing careers and bey...

Legends in Politics

21 Oct 2020

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With the election a few weeks away, political education and exercising your right to vote are so important. Scott Turner, executive director of the Wh...

Sam Acho: Let The World See You

14 Oct 2020

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Sam Acho sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about his book, Let the World See You: How to be Real in a World Full of Fakes, and how his experience...

Inside Lines

07 Oct 2020

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Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril chat with Aeneas Williams about life on the other side of the playing field, and how each of these ladies achieved their ...

#GirlDad

30 Sep 2020

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Leonard Wheeler and Mike Rucker talk about what they've learned from raising girls, and the importance of providing equal opportunities for their daug...

Legends in the League Office

23 Sep 2020

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At the League Office, the voices and opinions of players are an essential part of business. Following their playing careers, Darrel Young, Usama Young...

The Future of Youth Football - Legends Youth Advisory Committee

16 Sep 2020

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Chad Pennington and Mark Brunell have translated their passion for the game of football into coaching at the youth and high school level. Hear how the...

Player Storytelling: Will Shields and Social Impact

09 Sep 2020

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As we approach Kickoff in Kansas City, Hall of Famer and Chiefs Legend, Will Shields, talks about his commitment to making a change around social inju...

Legends Coaching: Mike Cofer

02 Sep 2020

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Like many other NFL Legends, Mike Cofer found his post-playing career niche in coaching high school football. Cofer sits down with Chad Pennington to ...

Jerome Bettis - The Bus Stops Here

26 Aug 2020

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Hall of Famer, Jerome Bettis, discusses how he and his foundation, The Bus Stops Here, have raised funds to purchase new laptops for students unable t...

Men's Health with Dr. Sheila Peters and David Thornton

20 Aug 2020

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As we continue to navigate our new normal, focusing on building positive mental health is as important as ever. Tennessee Titans Team Clinician Dr. Sh...

Player Storytelling: Madieu Williams

19 Aug 2020

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NFL Legend and 2010 Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner, Madieu Williams, discusses his journey from the football field, through law school, an...

Player Storytelling: Michael Vick (Part 1)

12 Aug 2020

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Michael Vick sits down with Aeneas Williams to discuss his journey from the boy he once was to the man he is now - and how he has committed to support...

Player Storytelling: Michael Vick (Part 2)

12 Aug 2020

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Michael Vick sits down with Aeneas Williams to discuss his journey from the boy he once was to the man he is now - and how he has committed to support...

Social Justice: LaDainian Tomlinson and Team America

05 Aug 2020

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Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about his foundation, Team America, and his commitment to moving the conversa...

How Do You See Us? - The Nickersons (Part 3)

22 Jul 2020

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Part 3 of 3 - In 2019, Amy Nickerson, wife of 16-year NFL veteran Hardy Nickerson, released a personal narrative detailing what she and her family hav...

How Do You See Us? - The Nickersons (Part 2)

15 Jul 2020

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Part 2 of 3 - In 2019, Amy Nickerson, wife of 16-year NFL veteran Hardy Nickerson, released a personal narrative detailing what she and her family hav...

How Do You See Us? - The Nickersons (Part 1)

08 Jul 2020

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Part 1 of 3 - In 2019, Amy Nickerson, wife of 16-year NFL veteran Hardy Nickerson, released a personal narrative detailing what she and her family hav...

Merging Vets and Players

01 Jul 2020

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As we approach Independence Day, Jay Glazer and Nate Boyer discuss the relationship between professional athletes and combat veterans, and how Merging...

Player Storytelling - Brian Banks

24 Jun 2020

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#InspireChange. NFL Legend, Brian Banks, tells his story about how he was wrongfully accused of sexual assault, his emotional journey of finding justi...

Fatherhood: David Johnson

17 Jun 2020

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We’re just a few days away from Father’s Day, so it’s time to give a shout out to all the #NFLDads out there! Guest host Takeo Spikes sits down ...

Player Storytelling - Brian Dawkins (Part 1)

10 Jun 2020

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Aeneas Williams sits down with Brian Dawkins to discuss his journey to find positive mental health and how that impacted his performance on the field....

Player Storytelling - Brian Dawkins (Part 2)

10 Jun 2020

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Aeneas Williams sits down with Brian Dawkins to discuss his journey to find positive mental health and how that impacted his performance on the field....

Player Storytelling - Curtis Martin

03 Jun 2020

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#BlackLivesMatter. Hall of Famer Curtis Martin opens up about his experiences with racial profiling - specifically when he was wrongfully pulled over ...

Virtual Training

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone misses the gym - especially athletes. Aeneas Williams sits down with LeCharles Bentley to talk about how he's continued to work with his athl...

Mental Health Awareness Month - Part 1

20 May 2020

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Ciara Dockery, Director of NFL Life Line, sits down with Cleveland Browns Director of Player Engagement, Ron...

Mental Health Awareness Month - Part 2

20 May 2020

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Ciara Dockery, Director of NFL Life Line, sits down with Cleveland Browns Director of Player Engagement, Ron...

CBA Updates - Part I

13 May 2020

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Building on the 2011 deal and an enhanced collaboration between the NFL and NFL Players Association, a new collective bargaining agreement is in place...

CBA Updates - Part II

13 May 2020

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Building on the 2011 deal and an enhanced collaboration between the NFL and NFL Players Association, a new collective bargaining agreement is in place...

Keeping the Faith - Part I

29 Apr 2020

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As the Raiders make their move to Las Vegas, QB Derek Carr sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about how he has woven his faith into his football c...

Keeping the Faith - Part II

29 Apr 2020

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As the Raiders make their move to Las Vegas, QB Derek Carr sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about how he has woven his faith into his football c...

Fuel The Front Lines

22 Apr 2020

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Brandon Marshall sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about why he started the program, Fuel the Front Lines, to help provide recovery space, tools ...

Draft Stories

22 Apr 2020

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Two Hall of Famers, Orlando Pace and John Randle, talk about their very different paths to success - starting with NFL Draft. Learn more about your...

The New Stay At Home Dad

15 Apr 2020

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With social distancing restrictions across the world, many of us are trying to find new routines while also adjusting to new norms. Chad Pennington ta...

Staying Connected At Home

08 Apr 2020

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These are certainly unprecedented times for everyone. Aeneas Williams sits down with Leonard Wheeler to talk about what you can be doing to stay fit, ...

Game's Funniest Men

19 Mar 2020

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Matt Hasselbeck, Mack Strong and Scott Turner sit down with Aeneas Williams to exchange stories about some of the NFL's funniest personalities. Lea...

Player Storytelling - Cris Carter

11 Mar 2020

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Hall of Famer Cris Carter sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about his football career and his transition into other passions of his life. Lear...

Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Part 2)

26 Feb 2020

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The 2020 Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Bruce Smith, Michael Vick, Darrell Green and Terrell Davis) sit down and talk about what has made them successful ...

Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Part 1)

26 Feb 2020

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The 2020 Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Bruce Smith, Michael Vick, Darrell Green and Terrell Davis) sit down and talk about what has made them successful ...

Super Bowl LIV - 50 Years in the Making

01 Feb 2020

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For the first time in 50 years, the Kansas City Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl. Guest hosts Takeo Spikes and Tutan Reyes sit down with Chiefs Legen...

MOY 2019 Panel 2: Legacy of Excellence (Host: Steve Wyche)

29 Jan 2020

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At Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta, Steve Wyche hosted a panel of exceptional NFL Legends: Willie Lanier, Will Shields, Troy Vincent and Jason Witten. Le...

MOY 2019 Panel 1: Making a Difference (Host: Steve Wyche)

29 Jan 2020

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At Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta, Steve Wyche hosted a panel of exceptional Walter Payton Man of the Year team nominees to talk about what they're doing ...

Chicago Stories

22 Jan 2020

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Devin Hester and Peanut Tillman reminisce about playing together for the Chicago Bears - the team that also celebrated it's 100th birthday along with ...

EWSB Legends Captains

18 Jan 2020

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Sit down with the 2019 East West Shrine game Legends captains: Mark Brunell, Will Shields, Willie McGinest and our very own host, Aeneas Williams. Thi...

Player Storytelling - Thomas Davis (Part 2)

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 - Chargers linebacker, Thomas Davis, sits down with Aeneas Williams to discuss his experiences both on and off the field, the transition from N...

Player Storytelling - Thomas Davis (Part 1)

08 Jan 2020

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Chargers linebacker, Thomas Davis, sits down with Aeneas Williams to discuss his experiences both on and off the field, the transition from North Caro...

Player Storytelling - Nate Lawrie

18 Dec 2019

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A graduate of Yale University, NFL Legend and entrepreneur Nate Lawrie created the world's first collapsible foam roller. Nate discusses his experienc...

Player Benefits - Part 2

11 Dec 2019

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This episode outlines all benefits available to former NFL players. Tracy Perlman (SVP of Football Communications & Marketing - NFL), Jacob Frank ...

Player Benefits - Part 1

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode outlines all benefits available to former NFL players. Tracy Perlman (SVP of Football Communications & Marketing - NFL), Jacob Frank ...

Transition and the Holidays

27 Nov 2019

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Donovin Darius, Ken Ruettgers and Major Rodney Jackson of the US Army share stories about the challenges transitioning players face during the holiday...

Special Teams

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pat McAfee, Shane Lechler and Josh Scobee unveil the life of kickers and punters, the roles they held on their teams, and the similarities between spe...

Player Storytelling – Santonio Holmes

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Every athlete dreams of making that impossible, game-changing play to win their team a championship. Santonio Holmes made that dream a reality in Supe...

Player Storytelling - Fred Taylor

30 Oct 2019

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Ahead of the Jacksonville Jaguar's seventh annual home game in London, Legend Fred Taylor discusses his career with the Jags and his experiences repre...

NFL 100 Roundtable (Offensive Linemen)

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"NFL 100 Roundtables" - Offensive Linemen - Living legends come together, by position, to share their stories in a series of roundtable discussions. L...