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Mark Schlereth sits down with Tom Green for an unforgettable episode that goes far beyond football. Schlereth opens by sharing what it was like growing up in Alaska, where opportunities were limited and the path to college football — let alone the NFL — was anything but clear. He walks through his winding journey to the University of Idaho, constant position changes, repeated surgeries, and the moment he was forced into an early retirement before stubbornly fighting his way back. Schlereth details how former teammates helped him get noticed by NFL scouts, how his career nearly ended due to Guillain-Barré syndrome, and how Denver ultimately gave him a second football life. The conversation dives deep into offensive line culture, unselfishness, mentorship, and why great units are built on trust and accountability. Schlereth also reflects on Super Bowl moments with John Elway, the coaches who saved his career, the physical toll of the game, post-career health scares, and the strange reality of aging as a former athlete who still feels 23 inside. It’s a powerful, funny, and honest look at resilience, loyalty, and what it really takes to survive the grind of professional football.
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2424 ratings
Mark Schlereth sits down with Tom Green for an unforgettable episode that goes far beyond football. Schlereth opens by sharing what it was like growing up in Alaska, where opportunities were limited and the path to college football — let alone the NFL — was anything but clear. He walks through his winding journey to the University of Idaho, constant position changes, repeated surgeries, and the moment he was forced into an early retirement before stubbornly fighting his way back. Schlereth details how former teammates helped him get noticed by NFL scouts, how his career nearly ended due to Guillain-Barré syndrome, and how Denver ultimately gave him a second football life. The conversation dives deep into offensive line culture, unselfishness, mentorship, and why great units are built on trust and accountability. Schlereth also reflects on Super Bowl moments with John Elway, the coaches who saved his career, the physical toll of the game, post-career health scares, and the strange reality of aging as a former athlete who still feels 23 inside. It’s a powerful, funny, and honest look at resilience, loyalty, and what it really takes to survive the grind of professional football.

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