Izell Reese talks playing with Cowboys DB legends, Bringing flag football to 2028 Olympics and college sports
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman welcome former defensive back turned flag football pioneer Izell Reese to the show. Izell shares his journey from undrafted free agent out of University of Alabama-Birmingham to playing with guys like Deion Sanders, Darren Woodson, an…
Warrick Dunn talks move from Falcons player to team’s ownership group, pulling families out of poverty, being a 180 lb. workhorse
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl running back Warrick Dunn joins Peanut and Roman. Warrick describes the meetings he had with Falcons owner Arthur Blank that led to Warrick joining the team’s ownership group. He also discusses his work to eradicate generational povert…
Marty Lyons talks playing for Bear Bryant, the Jim Kelly fight, serving terminally ill children
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Jets defensive tackle Marty Lyons joins Peanut and Roman. Marty discusses what it was like to play for legendary Alabama coach Paul "Bear" Bryant, and he takes inside the famous goal line stand against Penn St. in the 1979 Sugar Bowl to win the…
Derrick Brooks on his work as an NFL appeals officer, carrying the legacy of Walter Payton & his Mt. Rushmore of life influences
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Hall of Fame linebacker Derrick Brooks joins hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a discussion far beyond football. Brooks explains his work as an NFL appeals officer and the mentorship the position has allowed him to carry out. Brooks also refle…
Steven Jackson talks being the Rams all-time leading rusher, why he wore #39, starting a barber school and apparel company
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl running back Steven Jackson joins hosts Peanut and Roman. Steven discusses his running style and shares the types of running plays that helped him become the Rams all-time leader in rushing yards. He also explains the significance behi…
Patrick Peterson talks LSU-Alabama rivalry, changing his last name, becoming a broadcaster
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Pro Bowl cornerback Patrick Peterson joins hosts Peanut and Roman. Patrick and Roman debate whether LSU or Alabama have produced better defensive backs and Patrick explains the significance of the number seven jersey at LSU. He also discusses some of …
Jahri Evans talks being a Hall of Fame finalist, Sean Payton play calls, NFL coaching path
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Pro Bowl lineman Jahri Evans joins hosts Peanut and Roman. Jahri discusses his Saints career and shares how he feels to be a three-time finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Jahri shares his path from a Division II college to the NFL, reveals th…
Dion Dawkins on why he’s the NFL’s best LT, protecting Josh Allen, and Jesus and Allen Iverson being on his Mount Rushmore
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins joins Peanut and Roman. Dion shares his thoughts on Bills quarterback Josh Allen winning the 2024 MVP award and what it will take for the Bills to beat the Chiefs in the playoffs. He also explains the origin of his “Shno…
Chris Hetherington talks Palisades Fire evacuation and reclaiming his life, his journey to CEO of Fathead, being a Japanese basketball pioneer
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former fullback Chris Hetherington joins Roman and Peanut. Chris explains how he transitioned from a college quarterback to an NFL fullback, why he got his MBA after he retired, and how he ended up running a Japanese basketball team. Chris talks about…
Michael Vick talks favorite NFL QBs, 2003 playoffs classic vs Packers, Jimmy Johnson coaching advice
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl quarterback Michael Vick joins Roman and Peanut. Michael explains how he became the head coach at Norfolk State University and what he’s looking forward to in his first year as a coach. He shares the lessons he learned from his success…