Episodes

  • Jerricho Cotchery talks being a college football head coach, his top 5 coaching influences, and his “V.E.T.S.S.” coaching philosophy
    Sep 4 2024

    On the latest NFL Players Second Acts podcast one of Peanut’s and Roman’s former teammates Jerricho Cotchery joins the show. Jerricho is the new head football coach at Limestone University, and he talks about how he’s adapting to his new position. He also shares why becoming a coach was always pare of his second act plan. And what does the acronym “V.E.T.S.S.” mean? Well, Jerricho breaks down how it ties into his coaching philosophy. The guys also talk a little football from their past. Jerricho weighs in on his catch that wasn’t in Super Bowl 50. And does Jerricho agree with Braylon Edwards that Brian Schottenheimer cost their Jets the 2010 AFC Championship Game? Tune in to find out. All that, and much more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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    41 mins
  • Jake Delhomme talks horse racing business, going toe-to-toe with Tom Brady, His European path to the NFL
    Aug 28 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Pro Bowl quarterback Jake Delhomme joins Peanut and Roman. Jake opens up about his international football journey to the NFL, and how his cajon roots has inspired his second act in horse racing. On the football side, Jake shares his rocky road. He went from NFL practice squads early in his career, to taking a chance in NFL Europe to show his skills only to be a backup to eventual Hall of Famer Kurt Warner. After proving himself as an NFL starter, Jake details how post it notes helped him make the most crucial decision of his career; choosing the Panthers over the Cowboys. Jake also talks about his gunslinger mentality, and which hit its peak in a historic shoot out with Tom Brady in XXXVIII. After football, Jake went into horse racing, and he tells Peanut and Roman how it was a natural progression going back to his childhood days growing up on a farm in Lafayette, Louisiana. Lastly, Jake shares how is on his personal Mount Rushmore.

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    43 mins
  • Lorenzo Neal talks being the G.O.A.T. of fullbacks, body slamming teammates for fun, his business and media ventures
    Aug 21 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Lorenzo Neal, former All-Pro fullback turned broadcaster and businessman, joins Peanut and Roman on the show. Lorenzo starts out sharing how cigarettes are involved in his welcome to the NFL moment. Lorenzo was also known as a world-class wrestler, and Roman shares the story how a teammate found that out the hard way in a restaurant parking lot. Later, Lorenzo discuses what it was like to block for running back greats LaDanian Tomlinson, Corey Dillon, Eddie George, and Mike Alstott. And we hear why Lorenzo credits to his grandmother for his 221-consecutive games played streak. Lorenzo also shares how his life mantra has guided his post-NFL path and led to success in the media and business worlds. All this, and more, in a conversation you won’t want o miss.

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    54 mins
  • DeShaun Foster talks earning UCLA head coach job, Janet Jackson Super Bowl texts, Eric Bieniemy’s influence
    Aug 14 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, DeShaun Foster, former Panthers and 49ers running back and current head coach at UCLA, joins Peanut and Roman. DeShaun shares how he’s adjusting to the head coach lifestyle, and how it helps to have a Super Bowl-winning coach in Eric Bieniemy by his side. He also reveals what happened while he watched Super Bowl 58 led to him getting the job. DeShaun calls coaching his life’s calling, and tells the guys why he’s not afraid to be his authentic self with players. And, you won’t want to miss what he says is his most vivid memory of playing in Super Bowl 58. Here’s a hint…it involves text messages and Janet Jackson. All that, and more, in a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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    48 mins
  • Raheem Mostert talks Billabong surfing contract at 14, being on 7 teams in 2 years, finding his voice in media
    Aug 7 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert joins Peanut and Roman. They start out talking about Raheem making waves as a teenage surfing prodigy, and why he turned down a contract to turn pro with Billabong at 14 years old. Raheem chose to pursue football, and he shares his journey going from college wide receiver, to journeyman running back, to now being a centerpiece in the Dolphins high-flying offense. Later, Raheem and Peanut share their special teams stories and say why you have to be a certain type if "dawg" to be a gunner. Lastly, Raheem turns the table on Peanut and Roman to get their perspectives on how to handle the NFL transition.

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    44 mins
  • Aaron Williams talks recovering from partial paralysis, horseback riding, coaching the next generation
    Jul 31 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Bills defensive back Aaron Williams joins Peanut and Roman. Aaron is a man of many jobs, he’s a trainer, coach, model, you name it…and he joins the guys to share the many ways he’s channeled his competitive spirit after football. Aaron shares how despite making it big in the NFL he hasn’t forgotten his small-town Texas roots, and actively gives back to high school students in his hometown of McNeil. He also talks about walking away from the game after his second serious neck injury, and he describes the feeling of being partially paralyzed from one point. Later, Aaron talks about how those injuries have impacted his ability to participate in his true love: horseback riding. All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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    58 mins
  • Joique Bell talks going from Lions security guard to their RB, the Beast Quake, financial literacy,
    Jul 24 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts episode, former running back Joique Bell joins Peanut and Roman. Joique shares his journey from being undrafted out of Wayne State University to making a name for himself with the Detroit Lions. We also hear how improbable Joique reaching the NFL was considering he grew up in poverty and before he realized his NFL dreams, he was a security guard for the Lions. In his second act Joique has turned his attention to giving back to his community through his foundation and sharing the principles of financial literacy he learned with the next generation. All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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    49 mins
  • Spencer Paysinger talks creating “All-American" TV show, navigating Hollywood politic , and his has he found his Super Bowl ring?
    Jul 17 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former veteran linebacker and Super Bowl champion turned Hollywood screenwriter Spencer Paysinger joins Peanut and Roman. Spencer turned in a productive seven-year NFL career that included winning Super Bowl XLVI with the New York Giants. After retirement, he immediately found success as a Hollywood screenwriter with his hit show “All-American.” Spencer takes us on a journey from teaching himself screenwriting, to creating a hit network TV show. He also opens up about how he’s constantly working to gain respect as a writer and producer, and not as a football player working in Hollywood. Spencer also details us upcoming projects, and shares who made his personal Mount Rushmore of influence. All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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    54 mins