On this episode of Stay Ready The Podcast, Matt sits down with Miles Burris. Miles is a former NFL linebacker and current actor. He played college football at San Diego State University, where he was a standout athlete, earning All-Mountain West Conference honors and leading his team in tackles and sacks during his senior year. Burris was selected in the fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders and played three seasons in the league. His NFL career was cut short in 2017 due to injuries, after which he transitioned into acting.
Burris has since appeared in various film and television projects. He played a football player in the Disney+ movie Safetyand has had roles in notable series such as The Righteous Gemstones and Lucifer. Beyond acting, Burris has discussed his experiences as a believer navigating Hollywood, sharing his story on platforms like the Sports Spectrum Podcast.
The guys talk about a plethora of topics on this episode of the podcast including: CMA Award results, living in Nashville vs LA, Miles' time at San Diego State, growing up wanting to play football, becoming a college standout at linebacker, his experience at the NFL Combine, time with the Raiders, injuries, getting into acting and filming with Danny McBride. Miles also decides to ask Matt some questions to get some insight on such topics as: Matt's career, importance of keeping the special teams unit together, his grind and determination and much more.