Christian Fauria on the “Patriot Way,” working for free to start his media career, how he found a passion being a professor

Description: Former tight end Christian Fauria joins Charles Tillman and Roman Harper on the latest episode NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Christian shares his journey from Southern California to the University of Colorado and recounts his experience of Kordell Stewart’s game-winning Hail Mary a…

Michael Turner on how being an underdog fueled his fire, the time he busted Peanut’s lip, taking the NFL by storm with the Falcons

Michael Turner on how being an underdog fueled his fire, the time he busted Peanut’s lip, taking the NFL by story with the Falcons   On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by former Pro Bowl running back Michael “The Burner” Turner for a conversation that’s eq…

Stephen Hauschka on Seahawks Super Bowl culture + Pete Carroll pep talks

Osi Umenyiora on spending 5 days in a coma and his new life perspective + his work with NFL International Pathway Program

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion and international NFL ambassador Osi UmenyioraHarper for a powerful, wide‑ranging conversation about survival, gratitude, and the global rise of the NFL. Osi opens up about the medical emergency that …

YouTube Star John Malecki on His 850 Million Views from Craftsman Content, Being Cut 13 Times, Playing His Lone NFL Game for His Hometown Steelers, and The Definition of a Yinzer

On the latest NFL: Players Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by former Steelers lineman–turned–YouTube craftsman influencer John Malecki, whose second act is as wild as his NFL journey. John takes us through his NFL journey of going undrafted, of being cut 13 times – and why the last…

Hollywood Superstar Terry Crews on White Chicks Fame, America's Got Talent, and His NFL Journey

Superstar TV host, actor, and artist  Terry Crews sits down with Charles Tillman and Roman Harper on the latest episode of NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Terry takes us on a ride through is NFL journeyman career. He reveals how he supported himself through painting teammates, and why he decided …

Greg Scruggs on his life being rooted in service, answering the call to coach, the tough childhood that shaped his unshakable confidence

On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with two-time Super Bowl champion defense end Greg Scruggs. Greg shares his love for drumming and tells the story of how he went from the drumline to the football team late in high school. He also discusses his c…

Tre Boston on Battles with Julio Jones, Roman’s Mentorship, Being the International Man of the Sport Padel

On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former NFL safety Tre Boston for a conversation that moves far beyond the field. Tre opens up about the injuries during his rookie year, the story behind “Thieves Ave”, and embracing the nickname “Mr. Por Qu…

Pat Surtain on Development of Pat Surtain II, How New Orleans Made Him, His Coaching Career

On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former All-Pro defensive back Pat Surtain to talk about his journey from New Orleans to the NFL and now into coaching. Surtain reflects on the defining moments of his playing career, including the toughest r…

Brian Griese on Replacing John Elway, Coaching Brock Purdy, and Creating a Support Program for Grieving Children

On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, hosts Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former quarterback Brian Griese. Brian explains how he dealt with the pressure of replacing Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway as the Denver Broncos starter in the late 90s and shares the less…