NFL Players: Second Acts

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 Jordan during the Bulls championship era. In his second act, Donnell sheds light on his mission to help at risk kids, seniors, and military veterans with his Donnell Woolford Dream Center. All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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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, Ed Reed, Terrell Suggs, and more. Later, Haruki discusses the strong network that helped him manage his retirement and find his second act in finance.

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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 as his second act after football.

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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 time and tells the story of how they met.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion Beau Allen joins Peanut and Roman for a conversation. Allen discusses growing up in Minnesota and how playing hockey compares with football. He also shares his favorite memory from the Eagles’ win in Super Bowl LII, his thoughts on the infamous “tush push,” and his work with Chris Long’s Waterboys charity.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro linebacker Thomas Davis joins Peanut and Roman for a conversation filled with jokes and stories between these former Carolina Panthers teammates. Thomas shares how he went on to have a decorated NFL career as a linebacker even though that was not his drafted position. He and Peanut also share how they both paid their dues as special teams’ stars early in their careers. Thomas also reflects on how he overcame three torn ACL injuries to have a 16-year career. Later the guys give Thomas his flowers for not only helping them reach Super Bowl 50, but for playing in the game despite having a plate inserted into his broke arm just days prior. Thomas opens up about his transition into the media space and the business world as a restaurateur. And we find out who makes Thomas’s personal Mount Rushmore.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro linebacker Luke Kuechly joins Peanut and Roman. Luke was one of the best all-around linebackers of his generation, and the guys tell stories about one thing his game lacked: elite trash talking. Luke then breaks down one of the best plays of his career in the NFL Championship Game that helped the Panthers reach Super Bowl 50. Most guests on the podcast have one “welcome to the NFL” moment. Luke has three and shares the hilarious stories behind each. He also delves into how is love for football led him to his second act as a youth football coach. And does Luke believe he’s a Hall of Famer? Tume in to his surprising answer. All that, and much more, on a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, broadcasting legend Todd Blackledge joins Peanut and Roman. Todd has built a legacy as one of the greatest college football analysts ever, and he starts the conversation talking about how it started with six words that’s become his life’s mantra: “Work will win when wishing won’t.” Before branching into the media, Todd talks about being part of the legendary 1983 NFL Draft QB class. We also learn a lesser-known fact about Todd; his honor of being in the Academic All-American Hall of Fame. Todd also shares the two questions he aims to answer for fans during every game he broadcasts. And how does he think Tom Brady will do as an analyst? Tune to find out! All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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On the latest NFL Players Second Acts podcast one of Peanut’s and Roman’s former teammates Jerricho Cotchery joins the show. Jerricho is the new head football coach at Limestone University, and he talks about how he’s adapting to his new position. He also shares why becoming a coach was always pare of his second act plan. And what does the acronym “V.E.T.S.S.” mean? Well, Jerricho breaks down how it ties into his coaching philosophy. The guys also talk a little football from their past. Jerricho weighs in on his catch that wasn’t in Super Bowl 50. And does Jerricho agree with Braylon Edwards that Brian Schottenheimer cost their Jets the 2010 AFC Championship Game? Tune in to find out. All that, and much more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl quarterback Jake Delhomme joins Peanut and Roman. Jake opens up about his international football journey to the NFL, and how his cajon roots has inspired his second act in horse racing. On the football side, Jake shares his rocky road. He went from NFL practice squads early in his career, to taking a chance in NFL Europe to show his skills only to be a backup to eventual Hall of Famer Kurt Warner. After proving himself as an NFL starter, Jake details how post it notes helped him make the most crucial decision of his career; choosing the Panthers over the Cowboys. Jake also talks about his gunslinger mentality, and which hit its peak in a historic shoot out with Tom Brady in XXXVIII. After football, Jake went into horse racing, and he tells Peanut and Roman how it was a natural progression going back to his childhood days growing up on a farm in Lafayette, Louisiana. Lastly, Jake shares how is on his personal Mount Rushmore.

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