"From Penn State Star to NFL Pro: Larry Johnson’s Journey and Mission Beyond Football"

Neil Haley interviews former Penn State All-American and NFL Pro Bowl running back Larry Johnson, highlighting key moments of his football career. Larry shares his decision to attend Penn State, influenced heavily by his father’s coaching position there, and reflects fondly on his experiences playing under legendary coach Joe Paterno. Larry discusses his journey from college star to first-round NFL draft pick by the Kansas City Chiefs, emphasizing memorable career moments, including his emotional first NFL touchdown. He also openly shares his thoughtful approach to retirement, wise investments, and plans to pursue coaching after his daughter grows up. Finally, Larry passionately discusses his future goal: creating an independent organization to mentor athletes struggling with mental health issues and the challenges of life after football, aiming to prevent tragic outcomes from untreated CTE and other related problems.