Welcome to Episode 10 of Nick’s Right Podcast! In this first half, we sit down with Mark Clayton, Oklahoma Sooners legend (2000–2004) and former NFL wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens and St. Louis Rams.

Mark shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Sooners’ 2000 National Championship season, his time on the scout team with Jason White, and how OU’s culture shaped him as a player. We dive into his transformation from a 4.7 forty-yard dash freshman to an NFL combine standout, plus his perspective on Bob Stoops, Brent Venables, and the intensity of strength coach Jerry Schmidt.

We also talk about:

• The making of Destined, our upcoming film about the 2000 Sooners National Title team
• Life lessons from football, faith, and brotherhood
• Mark’s NFL career with the Ravens and Rams
• Thoughts on today’s college football, NIL, and the transfer portal

It’s faith, football, and culture—all rolled into one conversation. Don’t miss this episode of Nick’s Right Podcast, where Nick is always right.

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In Part 4 of Episode 10, Sooners legend Mark Clayton (2000–2004; Baltimore Ravens, St. Louis Rams) breaks down the mentality that shaped OU football—and how it compares to today’s NIL-driven college game.

We cover:

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• OU’s fiery defensive coordinators and why Mark Mangino’s intensity pushed players to excellence.
• How accountability and a “no excuses” culture shaped freshman opportunities at OU.
• The shift in today’s college football with NIL money—and whether athletes can still be held to that same standard.
• NFL parallels: Anthony Richardson, Brock Purdy, Doug Flutie, and how some players thrive despite size or draft status.
• Why some college stars may actually make less money in the NFL than they did in school.
• Mark’s reflections on faith in the locker room and how belief in Jesus created unity during OU’s 2000 National Title run.
• A vision of what the world could look like if it worked together like a locker room—different people, different beliefs, one mission.

It’s a powerful mix of football grit, cultural shifts, and faith-driven reflection.

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In Part 3 of Episode 10, OU great Mark Clayton (2000–2004; Baltimore Ravens, St. Louis Rams) keeps the stories rolling with more unforgettable moments from his Sooners days.

We cover:

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• The legendary Mike Leach “dropped playbook” trick that backfired on Texas in 1999—setting the stage for OU’s 63–14 revenge in 2000.
• The five straight OU wins over Texas with Mark Clayton on the field.
• Memories of OU’s college life, rumors of a “football house,” and Patrick Fletcher’s raw camcorder footage from the 2000 National Title season.
• Remembering Patrick Fletcher (P Fletch) and his legacy with the team.
• Mark’s perspective on Bob Stoops and Mike Stoops, their intensity, and how the fiery culture of OU’s staff forged a championship roster.
• Why internal fights and heated debates among coaches were actually signs of greatness.
• How Jerry Schmidt’s offseason gauntlets prepared players for the highest level of practice intensity.

It’s OU history, behind-the-scenes stories, and real talk about what builds champions.

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In Part 2 of Episode 10, OU legend Mark Clayton (2000–2004; Baltimore Ravens, St. Louis Rams) opens up about his early days as a Sooner and the incredible journey that took him from 3rd-string high school quarterback to one of the most memorable receivers in program history.

We dive into:

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• Mark’s first Oklahoma offseason, the shock of Jerry Schmidt’s workouts, and what it’s like to experience a full-body cramp so severe he needed IV treatment.
• Going from a 4.74 forty and struggling with 135 lbs. to running a 4.40 at the NFL combine.
• Why OU recruited him out of Sam Houston High in Arlington, TX—despite being undersized—and how his suddenness and hands set him apart.
• Facing off against Texas high school greats like BJ Johnson and Roy Williams, and how that rivalry carried into the OU–Texas matchups.
• The recruiting process: why Brent Venables’ tenacity and family ties to Oklahoma City convinced him to choose OU over other major programs.
• Reflections on the Big 12 battles, losses to Kansas State, and how the Lockett family dynasty kept haunting the Sooners.

It’s football grit, faith, and raw honesty about what it takes to go from overlooked to NFL-ready.

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In Part 1, Sooners legend Mark Clayton (OU 2000–2004; Baltimore Ravens, St. Louis Rams) gets into the gritty details:

• Scout-team wars & Nebraska prep: Why simulating Eric Crouch made OU’s defense “overshoot” early—fast vs. shifty explained.
• Strength & speed transformation: From a 4.74 forty and struggling with 135 on bench to NFL combine form—and how Jerry “Smitty” Schmidt changed everything.
• Culture of intensity: Stoops/Venables, accountability, and what “Category 4.5” offseasons felt like.
• Faith & focus: Prayer, brotherhood, and how belief knit the locker room together.
• ‘Destined’ film update: Our movie about OU’s 2000 National Title run—why that season still matters.

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Welcome back to Nick’s Right Podcast — where a fired-up Gen Xer and an OG Millennial clash (and laugh) about culture, politics, filmmaking, and faith. Today’s ride starts in a Tinsel Town arcade and swerves into an acting showdown, conflict styles, Bible translation debates (the 5,000 vs. “not including women and children”), whether Canada should join the USA, why the Left and the Right see morality so differently, a hot-button pro-life argument (the “seven traits of life”), skepticism about Big Pharma and mandates, a friendly roast of AI hallucinations, and the eternal war of skinny jeans vs. boot cut—plus the viral myth about swallowing spiders. We open and close with prayer. This episode is opinion and commentary. We encourage listeners to research claims, consult trusted sources, and think critically.

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What happens when a Gen Xer who hates tech teams up with a Millennial who embraces it? Sparks fly. In this episode, the Nicks go head-to-head over AI, laptops, social media, and whether technology helps or hurts creativity.

This episode dives into:

• 🤖 How AI changed one Nick’s mind—from skeptic to fan
• 💻 The great laptop vs. desktop debate on set of 4:26
• 📱 Social media frustrations, marketing, and book sales
• ✍️ Novels vs. screenplays—finding balance as a writer
• 🙏 Ending the episode with prayer and gratitude

It’s funny, raw, and full of the real back-and-forth that makes Nick’s Right Podcast so addictive.

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This is a hard one.

In this episode, we open in prayer and talk candidly about the shock, grief, and questions surrounding what happened to Charlie Kirk—and where we go from here. We discuss faith in the middle of loss, the importance of truth and courage, rejecting political violence of any kind, and how to stand firm without losing love or clarity.

We also share a word of comfort and prayers for Charlie’s family, and reflect on what it means to live out forgiveness, justice, and boldness as believers.

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Timestamps (suggested): 0:00 Opening prayer 2:10 Why this one hurts 9:20 Faith, forgiveness & justice 18:30 What “standing firm” looks like now 27:10 Prayers for the family 32:40 Final encouragement

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This is an unfiltered, emotional episode.

We cover the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s death, the evidence of a coordinated attack, and why this moment is more than political—it’s spiritual. From the FBI’s updates and hit list revelations to the legacy Charlie leaves behind, we discuss why this feels like a turning point for America.

We dig into:

• The reality of a “hot war” in our culture—blood has been shed.
• Why we refuse to accept deception as truth (there are only two genders, period).
• The difference between anger and righteous anger—and why believers must stand firm without hatred.
• A powerful call from director Carl Weyant reminding us: what the enemy meant for evil, God will use for good.
• Why Charlie’s message and mission will multiply into countless voices rising up in his place.
• A heartfelt prayer for Erica Kirk and their two daughters, left behind by this tragedy.
• Why we are no longer silent, no longer afraid, and why America’s majority is ready to rise.

We honor Charlie Kirk’s life, faith, and legacy—and call Christians and conservatives everywhere to stand boldly for truth.

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This episode is one of the toughest yet.

We wrestle with grief, anger, forgiveness, and justice in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. As Christians, we are commanded to forgive—but what does forgiveness mean when evil openly seeks to destroy faith, family, and freedom?

We dive into:

• Why no one can truly “replace” Charlie, but why many voices will rise up in his place.
• The tension between forgiveness and justice—how to forgive without excusing sin, and why consequences still matter.
• The Biblical reminder that God is not only loving but just, and why earthly consequences cannot be ignored.
• A deep analogy: the way Democrats have cheated the American people like infidelity in a marriage—we’ve given chance after chance, but enough is enough.
• Breaking updates: the recovered rifle, FBI person of interest photos, and the $100,000 reward tied to the ongoing investigation.
• Why this moment feels like a crossroads for America—and why silence is no longer an option.

This conversation is raw, prayerful, and unfiltered.

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