The NFL Players Podcast

Dec 11 2024 265 ep. 34 mins 442
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The NFL Players Podcast is a candid, unscripted series sharing the stories and personal journeys of NFL players– as told by the players. Hosted by captain of the New York Giants, Logan Ryan, Legend and Walter Payton Man of the Year recipient Charles "Peanut" Tillman, and Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams, new episodes are released on Wednesdays. Follow @nflplayerspodcast for updates and new episodes.

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Benjamin Watson talks Tom Brady vs Drew Brees, speaking on societal issues, going to graduate school at 43

Dec 11 2024 61 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Super Bowl champ and tight end Benjamin Watson joins Peanut and Roman. Benjamin talks about what it was like to play with two of the greatest quarterbacks of all time—Tom Brady and Drew Brees—and how their leadership styles differ. Then, Benjamin explains how he developed his own reputation as a leader in the locker

Terance Mathis talks becoming the head coach at Morehouse, recruiting in a post-NIL landscape, and playing in a Super Bowl with the Atlanta Falcons

Dec 04 2024 40 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl wide receiver Terance Mathis joins Peanut and Roman. Terance shares how he went from an undersized receiver to setting records at New Mexico University, playing in a Super Bowl with the Atlanta Falcons, and eventually becoming the head coach at Morehouse College. He discusses what it’s like to recruit players in a po

Jamal Lewis talks being a 2,000-yard bruiser, designing your favorite stores, how business became therapy

Nov 27 2024 42 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Baltimore Ravens All-Pro running back Jamal Lewis joins Peanut and Roman. Jamal talks about rushing for over 2,000 yards in 2003 and why getting benched in a week 16 blowout potentially cost him the all-time single season rushing record. He discusses how Ray Lewis gave him his welcome to the NFL moment during a practice, and wh

Chad Hennings on his Air Force fighter pilot missions, 3 Cowboys Super Bowls, Jimmy Johnson stories

Nov 20 2024 38 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Chad Hennings joins Peanut and Roman. Chad is the first guest on the show who’s second act is playing in the NFL. He shares incredible stories from his first act; serving the country as a fighter pilot in the Air Force. Chad describes why he relished being a pilot, catching G-Forces in A-10 Wa

Josh Norman talks walking-on at Coastal Carolina, studying dramatic arts, and getting his franchise tag rescinded by the Panthers

Nov 13 2024 43 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, All-Pro cornerback Josh Norman sits down with former teammates Peanut and Roman. Josh reveals how taking acting classes in college inspired his theatrical mindset on the football field, what he learned from playing with Peanut and Roman, and why he knew he would make it to the NFL when he was still in high school. He also shares what

Three former NFL players turned NASCAR pit crew members talk getting hit by cars, being set on fire, and the perfect pit stop

Nov 06 2024 54 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former linebackers Marshall McFadden and Jeremy Kimbrough, and former safety Josh Bush join Peanut and Roman to discuss their second act careers as NASCAR pit crew members. Jeremy shares what it’s like to be hit by a car at work not once but eight times! Marshall tells the story of seeing a pit crew member catch fire, and Josh expla

Donnell Woolford talks Peanut breaking his Bears INT record, hangin’ with Michael Jordan, supporting military veterans

Oct 30 2024 22 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl cornerback Donnell Woolford joins Peanut and Roman. Donnell shares his feelings on Peanut breaking his Chicago Bears record for most interceptions by a cornerback. He also reveals what it was like to be part of the legendary 1980s and early 1990s. Bears defenses. Donnell also tells stories of hanging out with Michael J

Haruki Nakamura talks learning the ropes from Ray Lewis and Ed Reed, life lessons in judo

Oct 23 2024 60 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former safety Haruki Nakamura sits down with Peanut and Roman. Haruki explains his family’s passion for judo and its tenets have been a guiding light throughout his life. He also highlights the work ethic he learned from his mother. Haruki later takes inside the Baltimore Ravens legendary defensive meeting room with greats Ray Lewis

Dre Bly talks Dan Campbell’s leadership style, Jordan Brand athlete perks, his NFL and college coaching journey

Oct 16 2024 51 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl corner back Dré Bly sits down with Peanut and Roman. Dré shares his experience playing baseball growing up and why he decided to focus on football in college. He also explains how he became a Jordan Brand athlete, relives Super Bowl XXXIV and the famous “longest yard” play, and he explains why he chose coaching a

Mike Tolbert talks doing work as “Toldozer,” Rock Box Fitness, overcoming post-retirement anxiety

Oct 09 2024 33 mins  
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl fullback Mike Tolbert catches up with his former teammates Peanut and Roman. Mike shares his experience blocking for Hall of Fame running back LaDainian Tomlinson, explains how he dealt with anxiety after retiring, and discusses co-owning a boxing gym with his wife. Mike also reveals his favorite running back of all ti