Beyond The Helmet

On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former Florida Gator and current NFL running back, Mack Brown.

Mack was in Gainesville during the Coach Meyer and Muschamp eras before finishing his senior year and going to the NFL. Brown talked about those up and down times as he battled through injuries, coaching changes and more.

Mack went undrafted after school but turned a try-out with the Texans into a spot with the Redskins. He has battled his entire NFL career to stay on rosters and he is ready, determined and healthy as ever heading into the 2019 season to make an impact. Brown has also created the brand memorii and a foundation

Keep up with Mack on social media and at his website mackbrown.org

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former Penn State and NFL linebacker, Josh Hull.

Josh was a “0 star recruit” who walked on at Penn State. Over 5 years he worked himself into being a starter and was an Academic All-American. He put himself in a position to be drafted after his senior year.

The Rams drafted Josh in 2010 and Hull went on to have a 4 year career in the NFL. After his NFL days he learned to cope with life after the game and he went on to earn his MBA. Josh has recently founded Contend Consulting where he focuses his energy on helping athletes in the business world.

Keep up with Josh and Contend Consulting by following them on social media and thecontendteam.com

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former Offensive Lineman and Dallas Cowboy, Cory Procter

Cory was invited by a coach to come to a football practice in middle school and the rest was history. He played his way into being a 1AA All-American at Montana and had a 6 year NFL career, mostly with the Cowboys.

Procter has since moved into financial services and opened up Pro Capital Wealth Management to serve his clients. His faith has guided him this entire time and he credits it for what he has accomplished as a ‘good and faithful servant’.

Keep up with Cory by following him on social media @CoryProcter and be sure to check out CoryProcter.com and ProCapitalTX.com 

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by Army Green Beret and former NFL long snapper, Nate Boyer.

Nate decided after being an active duty Green Beret for 5 years that he would become a reserve and go to school. That path at University of Texas evolved to him walking on to the football team and becoming the starting long snapper. 3 years of starting later, he got a call from the Seattle Seahawks. 

Boyer gained further attention when he penned an open letter to Colin Kaepernick about his protesting of the anthem. This opened up dialogue on the subject between the two and it resulted with Colin deciding to kneel instead of sit. 

Nate can be found on social media, his website, nateboyer.com and check out his nonprofit Merging Vets and Players at vetsandplayers.org

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by 2x All-Pro defensive back and 2 time Super Bowl Champion, Mark Collins Sr.

Mark first played defensive back in college (switching from running back) and he took little time to become one of the top players in the country at Cal St. Fullerton. He was drafted by the Giants and immediately was a starter and main cog of the dynasty that won the Super Bowl in ’86 and ’90. 

Collins would go on to have a 13 year career with 4 teams and he would become an All-Pro at Cornerback and then Safety later in his career with the Chiefs. After his playing days he created 2Five Sports that helps young athletes navigate the recruiting space and he is also an author!

Keep up with Mark by following him on social media under the handle @2FiveSports and check out his website 2FiveSports.com

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former Notre Dame standout and 5 year NFL vet, Gerome Sapp .

Gerome was one of the best high school athletes in the country and he chose to challenge himself by going to Notre Dame. After 4 years there, which ended in a wrist injury, he was drafted by the Ravens. He played alongside some all-time talent in Baltimore and Indianapolis before deciding to step away from the game on his terms.

Sapp continued to find success in the business world after his playing days were over, having multiple successful ventures. Today he spends most of his time concentrating on being a great father to his sons and on M.V.P., Merging Vets and Players. This Non-profit helps retired military veterans and former athletes work together so they can start a second career.

Keep up with Gerome by following him on Instagram or check him out on LinkedIn. Also, check out MVP at vetsandplayers.org

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former UNC Tar Heel and 9 year NFL vet, Brandon Tate. 

Before being drafted by the New England Patriots in 2009, Brandon re-wrote the record books at UNC, the ACC and all of college football with his return abilities. Despite tearing his ACL and MCL in his senior season, he has put together a 9 year NFL career most notably with the Cincinnati Bengals as a return man and also making a consistent impact at wide receiver. 

Tate is keeping in NFL shape and actively working to see a 10th year in his career this fall. Until then he owns and operate the Tate Training Facility in Kentucky. Keep up with Brandon by following him on Instagram.

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by Georgia Bulldog great, former Atlanta Falcons QB and college football analyst, D.J. Shockley. 

D.J. is everything Georgia football having played there in high school, college and in the NFL. His Senior year in 2005 was something special when Georgia fell just shy of making a national championship run. After his time in the NFL playing alongside both Mike Vick and Matt Ryan, he was able to transition into an analyst (which is what he always wanted to do).

Keep up with D.J. by following him on Twitter and Instagram.

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by Qwerkz Founder and former NFL defensive end, Corey Jackson.

At 19 years old, Corey was working at Wal-Mart. He bought a one way bus ticket to Texas where he wanted to play basketball at a school that he was not enrolled in and had never heard of him. Fast forward 4 years later and he was on the brink of making it in the NBA as an undersized Power Forward.

As if his story was not amazing enough, he decides to go to school for his 5th year to play football (for the first time in a decade) and his journey will ultimately take him to making the Browns roster. He would go on to win Defensive Player of the year in NFL Europe in the following season. After retiring from the NFL, Corey has continued to a walking success story with his entrepreneurial endeavors. His company, Qwerkz, connects current and former athletes with businesses. 

Corey is truly a unique person with a tremendous story that he only continues to add onto. I highly recommend everyone connect with or follow Corey on his handles on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by 11 year NFL Veteran and entrepreneur, Carlos Emmons. 

Carlos had the unique opportunity to spend at least 3 years with 3 different very good teams (Steelers, Eagles and Giants). As an outside linebacker he played under great coaches and with incredible talent in the front 7 over his career. After he retired he as able to take his drive and channel it into the restaurant/bar scene where he operates B51 in Atlanta.

Check out Carlos on Instagram and Twitter @CarlosEmmons and his current venue at https://www.b51atlanta.com

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