On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Chad Hennings joins Peanut and Roman. Chad is the first guest on the show who’s second act is playing in the NFL. He shares incredible stories from his first act; serving the country as a fighter pilot in the Air Force. Chad describes why he relished being a pilot, catching G-Forces in A-10 Warthog jets and the dangers of combat missions. And we hear how that Air Force experience helped him transition to the NFL in 1992 as a 27-year-old rookie playing for none other than Jimmy Johnson’s Dallas Cowboys. What was it like inside the locker room of the ‘90s Cowboys dynasty? Chad tells us in a conversation you won’t want to miss.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Chad Hennings joins Peanut and Roman. Chad is the first guest on the show who’s second act is playing in the NFL. He shares incredible stories from his first act; serving the country as a fighter pilot in the Air Force. Chad describes why he relished being a pilot, catching G-Forces in A-10 Warthog jets and the dangers of combat missions. And we hear how that Air Force experience helped him transition to the NFL in 1992 as a 27-year-old rookie playing for none other than Jimmy Johnson’s Dallas Cowboys. What was it like inside the locker room of the ‘90s Cowboys dynasty? Chad tells us in a conversation you won’t want to miss.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Chad Hennings on his Air Force fighter pilot missions, 3 Cowboys Super Bowls, Jimmy Johnson stories

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/eba57ad0-8078-47f0-be66-b22d013d3162/transcript

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, All-Pro cornerback Josh Norman sits down with former teammates Peanut and Roman. Josh reveals how taking acting classes in college inspired his theatrical mindset on the football field, what he learned from playing with Peanut and Roman, and why he knew he would make it to the NFL when he was still in high school. He also shares what it was like to have his franchise tag rescinded by the Carolina Panthers, how his horse Delta inspired his celebratory dance, and why he idolized former Colts safety Bob Sanders.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, All-Pro cornerback Josh Norman sits down with former teammates Peanut and Roman. Josh reveals how taking acting classes in college inspired his theatrical mindset on the football field, what he learned from playing with Peanut and Roman, and why he knew he would make it to the NFL when he was still in high school. He also shares what it was like to have his franchise tag rescinded by the Carolina Panthers, how his horse Delta inspired his celebratory dance, and why he idolized former Colts safety Bob Sanders.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Josh Norman talks walking-on at Coastal Carolina, studying dramatic arts, and getting his franchise tag rescinded by the Panthers

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/119b2de2-ebb8-4cbf-abcd-b227001a77f6/transcript

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former linebackers Marshall McFadden and Jeremy Kimbrough, and former safety Josh Bush join Peanut and Roman to discuss their second act careers as NASCAR pit crew members. Jeremy shares what it’s like to be hit by a car at work not once but eight times! Marshall tells the story of seeing a pit crew member catch fire, and Josh explains what pit crew guys do to stay in shape. The guys also discuss the strategy behind NASCAR, share the keys to perfect pit stop, and reveal their welcome to NASCAR moments.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former linebackers Marshall McFadden and Jeremy Kimbrough, and former safety Josh Bush join Peanut and Roman to discuss their second act careers as NASCAR pit crew members. Jeremy shares what it’s like to be hit by a car at work not once but eight times! Marshall tells the story of seeing a pit crew member catch fire, and Josh explains what pit crew guys do to stay in shape. The guys also discuss the strategy behind NASCAR, share the keys to perfect pit stop, and reveal their welcome to NASCAR moments.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Three former NFL players turned NASCAR pit crew members talk getting hit by cars, being set on fire, and the perfect pit stop 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/7a8bd4e3-2de6-4da3-9bfc-b2200073c898/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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 <a href="https://donnellwoolforddreamcenter.com/">Donnell Woolford Dream Center</a>. All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Donnell Woolford talks Peanut breaking his Bears INT record, hangin’ with Michael Jordan, supporting military veterans

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/bb1bd18d-600a-4c5e-a473-b2180164afc4/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Haruki Nakamura talks learning the ropes from Ray Lewis and Ed Reed, life lessons in judo

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/2357c42a-fa2d-4fe0-8e43-b21200424c53/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Dre Bly talks Dan Campbell’s leadership style, Jordan Brand athlete perks, his NFL and college coaching journey

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/c5854b47-ce0a-4b3e-9486-b20b004fe660/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Mike Tolbert talks doing work as “Toldozer,” Rock Box Fitness, overcoming post-retirement anxiety

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/c77dd387-62d0-45e8-9e59-b2040063a923/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Beau Allen talks “tush push” secrets, Super Bowl LII win, Waterboys charity work

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/f8df87d8-6049-4c81-9ffb-b1fd000dd045/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Thomas Davis talks overcoming 3 torn ACLs, Super Bowl 50, being a restaurant owner

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/17ca49a4-8e0e-446c-a28b-b1f60062235f/transcript

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.

The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

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.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Radio.

Luke Kuechly talks eye-popping hits, coaching youth football, his weird trash talk

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/2e71e6fe-d810-452d-8306-b1ed01888b6b/transcript

On the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro Charles “Peanut” Tillman and former Pro Bowler Roman Harper break bread with NFL legends about how they’ve taken the passion, drive and dedication that made them stars on the gridiron…and use it to achieve success in their post-playing careers. But it’s not just about the destination! Roman and “Peanut” aim to engage in some real talk with legends about their transitions from the game to finding their passion pursuits in other areas of life. And they manage to have some fun along the way.

On the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro Charles “Peanut” Tillman and former Pro Bowler Roman Harper break bread with NFL legends about how they’ve taken the passion, drive and dedication that made them stars on the gridiron…and use it to achieve success in their post-playing careers. But it’s not just about the destination! Roman and “Peanut” aim to engage in some real talk with legends about their transitions from the game to finding their passion pursuits in other areas of life. And they manage to have some fun along the way.

NFL Players: Second Acts

Social links:

Follow the podcast:

97 clip(s)