LaDainian Tomlinson, LT, is known as one of the best of the twentieth century football players. He grew up with humble roots in a little town called Rosebud, Texas– but his determination, his stature, his tunnel-vision mindset took him to places he’d never imagined. He and Marcellus both played for the San Diego Chargers in 2001, when Tomlinson was chosen as their first-round draft pick. Voted the NFL MVP in 2006 after breaking the record for touchdowns in a single season. He’s still considered to be one of the greatest running backs of all time, scoring 100 touchdowns faster than any player in NFL history.  

On More To It, Tomlinson opens up about his struggles through childhood, his redeemed relationship with his late father and even a spiritual experience that changed the trajectory of his career. Listen to hear from the man who represents faith, family, and football — Hall of Fame legend LaDainian Tomlinson.

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Key Moments:

[01:55] Carrying a star wars blanket/football around through college

[03:13] Source of LT’s Love for Football

[04:55] LT’s childhood after his father left and how it impacts his relationship with his son now

[06:59] LT’s mother becoming a pastor, his roots in the church, and continued faith

[09:40] Moments of doubt (and perseverance)

[14:26] Why LT wasn’t flooded with college offers and went to TCU

[21:30] TCU legacy days

[23:42] LT on reconciling his relationship with his dad

[27:03] LT’s experience of getting drafted and picking an agent

[32:17] LT’s initial experience in the NFL

[37:21] The Superbowl Hump

[42:41] LT telling Marcellus to retire 

[44:19] “Finish the Sentence”    

More to It is a production of Dan Patrick Productions, Dat Dude Entertainment, Workhouse Media, and Jam Street Media. The show is executive produced by Dan Patrick, Marcellus Wiley, Paul Anderson, Nick Panella, and Matty Staudt.

Sound by Quinn Greenhaus and theme music provided by HBC Records.

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