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

The best morning show on sports television is now a daily podcast. GMFB sets the narrative and agenda for everything from the NFL Draft to Training Camp to Kickoff. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Peter Schrager, Akbar Gbajabiamila, and Sherree Burruss are talking all things football 12 months a year on GMFB. Be sure to catch Good Morning Football on NFL Network weekdays at 8:00 AM ET.

The best morning show on sports television is now a daily podcast. GMFB sets the narrative and agenda for everything from the NFL Draft to Training Camp to Kickoff. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Peter Schrager, Akbar Gbajabiamila, and Sherree Burruss are talking all things football 12 months a year on GMFB. Be sure to catch Good Morning Football on NFL Network weekdays at 8:00 AM ET.

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

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Pittsburgh legend Charlie Batch joins Peanut and Roman for a heartfelt, hometown‑rooted conversation about his NFL journey, his role as the gold standard for backup quarterbacks, and the second act that’s made him one of the city’s most impactful leaders. Charlie reflects on growing up in Pittsburgh, playing at Eastern Michigan, and being part of the draft class with Peyton Manning and Ryan Leaf. He shares stories from Detroit and Pittsburgh: handing off to Barry Sanders, beating the Steelers on Thanksgiving, the infamous OT coin flip, winning a Super Bowl with his hometown team, and the sideline chaos during Jerome Bettis’ near‑disastrous fumble. The guys dig into the emotional moment Charlie heard he was on Robert Golden’s personal Mount Rushmore, the origins of his foundation after his sister’s death, and the thousands of kids it has served across Pittsburgh. Batch talks about his wife being his superpower, his legacy as a community leader, "Yinzer" culture, and the pride he takes in being known more for what he’s doing now than what he did in the NFL. A grounded, inspiring look at a hometown hero whose second act has become his true life’s work.

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

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Pittsburgh legend Charlie Batch joins Peanut and Roman for a heartfelt, hometown‑rooted conversation about his NFL journey, his role as the gold standard for backup quarterbacks, and the second act that&rsquo;s made him one of the city&rsquo;s most impactful leaders. Charlie reflects on growing up in Pittsburgh, playing at Eastern Michigan, and being part of the draft class with Peyton Manning and Ryan Leaf. He shares stories from Detroit and Pittsburgh: handing off to Barry Sanders, beating the Steelers on Thanksgiving, the infamous OT coin flip, winning a Super Bowl with his hometown team, and the sideline chaos during Jerome Bettis&rsquo; near‑disastrous fumble. The guys dig into the emotional moment Charlie heard he was on Robert Golden&rsquo;s personal Mount Rushmore, the origins of his foundation after his sister&rsquo;s death, and the thousands of kids it has served across Pittsburgh. Batch talks about his wife being his superpower, his legacy as a community leader, "Yinzer" culture, and the pride he takes in being known more for what he&rsquo;s doing now than what he did in the NFL. A grounded, inspiring look at a hometown hero whose second act has become his true life&rsquo;s work.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

Super Bowl champion QB Charlie Batch | NFL Players: Second Acts Podcast 

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Jared Allen brings pure comedy in this conversation with hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. He rolls through his Hall of Fame journey, the mullet on his bust, the Black Santa story, and why life went right back to normal after Canton. He breaks down his wild path to Idaho State, the yearbook scandal, playing with a chip on his shoulder, and his welcome‑to‑the‑NFL moments in Kansas City.

Jared also dives into his second acts — chasing Olympic dreams in curling, and building his Full Ryde bourbon brand — all before revealing his personal Mount Rushmore. It’s vintage Jared Allen: loud, honest, hilarious, and impossible not to enjoy.

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

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Jared Allen brings pure comedy in this conversation with hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. He rolls through his Hall of Fame journey, the mullet on his bust, the Black Santa story, and why life went right back to normal after Canton. He breaks down his wild path to Idaho State, the yearbook scandal, playing with a chip on his shoulder, and his welcome‑to‑the‑NFL moments in Kansas City.
Jared also dives into his second acts &mdash; chasing Olympic dreams in curling, and building his Full Ryde bourbon brand &mdash; all before revealing his personal Mount Rushmore. It&rsquo;s vintage Jared Allen: loud, honest, hilarious, and impossible not to enjoy.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

Hall of Fame DE Jared Allen | NFL Players: Second Acts Podcast 

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with Hall of Famer Harold Carmichael for a conversation full of history, personality, and stories from one of the NFL’s most unique careers. Carmichael reflects on his journey from an HBCU to the NFL, how he helped revolutionize the screen pass as a 6'8" receiver, and why it took so long to make the Hall.

There are laughs, nicknames, and even a hands comparison between Peanut and Harold as they revisit the legacy of a receiver who defined consistency and longevity. A warm, insightful look at an NFL icon whose second act has been just as meaningful as his playing days.

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

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with Hall of Famer Harold Carmichael for a conversation full of history, personality, and stories from one of the NFL&rsquo;s most unique careers. Carmichael reflects on&nbsp;his journey from an HBCU to the NFL, how he helped revolutionize the screen pass as a 6'8" receiver, and why it took so long to make the Hall.
There are laughs, nicknames, and even a hands comparison between Peanut and Harold as they revisit the legacy of a receiver who defined consistency and longevity. A warm, insightful look at an NFL icon whose second act has been just as meaningful as his playing days.
The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

Eagles Hall of Fame WR Harold Carmichael | NFL Players: Second Acts Podcast 

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

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