Beyond The Helmet

J.R. Tolver on Entrepreneurship and his Football Journey

On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former All-American Wide Receiver, San Diego State Hall of Famer, J.R. Tolver. 

J.R. gave it his all for 6 years as a professional athlete before he focused his energy on being an entrepreneur. As an athlete he was drafted by the Dolphins in 2003 and also spent time with Cowboys in the NFL before playing in both the CFL and AFL. Tolver has focused his career after football to build successful businesses and positively effect his community.

Keep up with JR on LinkedIn and also on Twitter and Instagram as well.

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by 12 year NFL Veteran and former All-Pro Defensive End, Jason Babin. 

Jason was a great pass rusher setting a personal best 18 sacks in one season as an Eagle in 2011. His journey is unique in that it had many stops so he became quite adept at learning schemes and perfecting his craft to stay in demand. Our conversation focuses on pass rushing technique as well as his personal journey to get to the NFL, stay at the top of his game and what he is doing now to help younger athletes, as well as continue his professional journey into real estate 

Check out Jason on Instagram @Jbabin93, on Twitter @JasonBabin93 and follow his real estate career at redzonerealtygroup.com

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by Hall of Fame Tackle, Walter Jones. 

Some quick facts about this G.O.A.T. (courtesy of Wikipedia):

• Started each of the 180 games he played in
• Played all 13 seasons in Seattle
• 2000’s All Decade Team
• In over 5,500 career pass plays he let up only 23 sacks and 9 holding penalties
• 2014 Class of the Hall of Fame 
• #71 retired in Seattle
• 9x Pro Bowler 
• 6x All Pro
• All-American at Florida State

For all his accolades, Walter is a humble, quiet giant. He opens up about how he was so dominant in the NFL and his road to get there. He is one of the most unlikely football success stories and his journey is second to none.

Check out his new brand Best 2 Ever Do it at b2edi.com and follow him on Twitter and Instagram at @BigWalt71



1:27 - Intro / Mount Rushmore of OTs

4:10 - Anthony Munoz

5:50 - Greatness

8:27 - Lineman Talk

10:08 - Defending the Long Arm Technique

12:25 - Zone blocking / Mike Rucker

16:00 - Family and Intro to Football

22:28 - Holmes Community College / FSU

27:23 - 96check / Cortez Kennedy

32:53 - Mike Holmgren

35:38 - Watching Football

37:13 - Life after the game

42:58 - Gauntlet

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former NFL running back, Najeh Davenport. 

Najeh was a part of the 2001 Miami Hurricanes football team that is widely considered to be the best college football team assembled. Davenport overcame a gruesome knee injury in 1999 (that many believe cost ‘The U’ another National Title) to have a 7 year career in the NFL between the Packers, Steelers and Colts. We covered all of this and more in this conversation.

Check out Najeh’s Documentary: The U Reloaded: The Rise for 5 (2014) and catch him on social media and YouTube!

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former 10 year offensive lineman and owner of Vydl Performance, Adam Snyder.

Adam’s hallmark as a pro was being a versatile player who played every position on the offensive line. This helped him have a long career and win over many coaches and teammates in the process. This former Morris Trophy winner is now helping to mold the next generation of top offensive linemen at Vydl Performance in Arizona.

Keep up with Adam and Vydl by following @Asnyd68 and @vydlperformance

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by 7 year NFL Vet, Tight End and UT Alumni, Bo Scaife. 

Bo was a highly skilled athlete that spent the bulk of his career with the Tennessee Titans under Jeff Fisher. He suffered multiple knee injuries which he overcame and was able to walk away from the game on his terms. Scaife has gone on to earn a MBA, become a public speaker and advocate for young athletes and he has openly discussed the benefits cannabis can bring athletes.

Keep up to date with Bo's whereabouts by following him @BoScaife80 on twitter and @mr.Scaife80 on Instagram and follow FreshEdLife.

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by All-American Tight End and ESPN Radio personality, Ben Troupe. 

Ben was drafted in the second round of the 2004 draft to the Tennessee Titans out of Florida. After four years there he played one more season before walking away from the NFL on his terms. Troupe worked tirelessly to make it into radio after his playing days where he is a blossoming talent. If that wasn’t enough Ben is actively pursuing establishing a non-profit called the ‘Uncommon Crew’ with many other big things coming as well.

Keep up to date with Ben’s doings by following him @BenTroupe84 and listen to him on ESPN Coastal and southernpigskin.com

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by Quarterback Guru and the engine behind Trent Dilfer’s QBIB System, Chris Hixson. 

Chris is a football lifer who played college ball at URI and had a career in the AFL before switching to the coaching side. He has developed a passing league and over the years he formulated the ‘QBIQ System’ which is now backed by Trent Dilfer and John Brenkus. Coach Hixson tells us his football journey and breaks down what the QBIQ system is

Check out the Coach Hixson at chris hixson.com and follow the QBIQ system on social media @qbiqsystem and at qbiqsystem.com

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former Colts captain, Super Bowl Champion linebacker and owner of the Stacked Pickle franchise, Gary Brackett. 

Gary overcame devastating losses and the incredible odds to make it in the NFL as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2003. He worked himself into a starter and a defensive captain by focusing on his mental approach to the game. His incredible story has been documented in his book “Winning” and will soon be featured in a film.

Check out Gary in a few different places: 

@GaryBrackett58  on IG and Twitter, Brackett.movie and garybrackett.com

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On this episode of the vIQtory podcast we are joined by former Giants standout Safety and current NFL Alumni CEO, Beasley Reece. 

Beasley took the time to detail his storied football career on the field and how he thrived as a Safety in the 70’s and 80’s. After the gridiron he began a broadcasting career that was just as (if not more) successful. His journey has culminated in his recent nomination as CEO of the NFL Alumni Organization. Reece broke down what it is the Alumni Organization does and what some of their current focuses are.

Check out what the NFL Alumni at nflalumni.org and follow Beasley on Twitter @BeasleyReece

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