• Marcus Spears on the DM that led to ESPN, Parcells tough love, his hoop dreams
    May 22 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, ESPN Analyst and former NFL Defensive End Marcus Spears joins Peanut and Roman. Marcus, a.k.a. “The Big Swagu,” tells the guys how he got his nickname and how Commissioner Roger Goodell stamped it. He also reveals how his road to ESPN started with a DM he sent. Marcus shares why he chose football at LSU over basketball at Duke. What was it like to play for Bill Parcells? Marcus explains why he wanted to fight the “Big Tuna” but also how Parcells became a life mentor. All that and much more! Tune in!

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    33 mins
  • The Season with Peter Schrager: Crafting the 2024 Season Schedule with Mike North, NFL VP of Broadcast Planning
    May 16 2024

    Peter sits down with Vice President of Broadcast Planning at the NFL Mike North for their annual schedule rundown. North gives us a behind the scenes look at how it all came together, what to expect from the Netflix Christmas Day games, how Tom Brady's first game was decided, and the impact of Taylor Swift's tour on the NFL schedule.

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    54 mins
  • Cam Jordan talks Hall of Famers from his 2011 Draft, where he ranks among all-time great D-Ends, shedding the nepotism label
    May 15 2024

    On this episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Saints All-Pro Cam Jordan joins Peanut and Roman for an entertaining and enlightening conversation. Cam starts off telling the guys why the 2011 Draft class he was in is the greatest in NFL history, and who he feels from that class will one day join him in the Hall of Fame. Cam shares how’s worked to shed the “second base” nickname he came into the league with as the son of former Pro Bowl tight end Steve Jordan. Cam already holds the Saints all-time sack record at 117.5, but he tells the guys his new career goal which would put him among the NFL’s all-time greats. Plus, with Super Bowl 59 coming to New Orleans, Cam talks about what it would mean to win the Lombardi Trophy in his home city. All that, and much more! Stay tuned!

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    28 mins
  • Darrell Green talks old beef with Jerry Rice, finally getting his jersey retired, running a 4.43 at 50
    May 8 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Hall of Fame cornerback Darrell Green. He joined the guys the same day the Washington Commanders announced his #28 jersey would be retired by the organization. Darrell talks about that special honor and rekindling his relationship with organization under its new ownership.

    Darrell also sheds light on how despite his 5’9” frame he maintained 20 years of excellence in the NFL. He also shares how he’s made it his mission to impact the lives of young people both through his Darrell Green Youth Life Foundation and as the Associate Athletic Director at George Mason University.

    And he shares the story of the long-standing beef he had with Jerry Rice during their playing days, and how he used the media to finally get Jerry’s attention. All that, and much more, in this wide-ranging interview.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Kayvon Thibodeaux: From Bust to Breakout Season, NIL Dilemma, + Cam & Kayvon Debate: Rings or Riches? (ENCORE)
    May 8 2024

    For the grand finale of our special seven-week series, Cam revisits his conversation with Giants' defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux, who shares his journey from being labeled a rookie bust to having a breakout 11.5 sack season. Kayvon opens up about being one of the early beneficiaries of the NIL in college and the challenges of handling financial gains at a young age. Then, Kayvon discusses how he stepped into his leadership role in only his second season in the league.

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    41 mins
  • Troy Vincent on the hip-drop tackle ban, how NIL has changed the current NFL, the league’s worst-case scenarios
    May 1 2024

    On the latest Off the Edge with Cam Jordan podcast, Cam is joined by Executive Vice President of Football Operations Troy Vincent. Cam doesn’t hold back with his thoughts on the recent rule change to ban the hip-drop tackle, as Troy provides the details on what led to the decision. Troy then shares why he told the 2024 Draft class that being picked is just the start of their NFL journey. Cam and Troy deep dive on the topic of NIL and its impact on the current NFL player. Troy later expounds on the NFL’s venture into flag football, and how it’s helping grow the game. And Troy shares how the potential for death keeps him up at night.

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    35 mins
  • Chris Harris, Jr. on his NFL retirement, Champ Bailey mentorship, reclaiming land in Tulsa
    May 1 2024

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion cornerback Chris Harris, Jr. During an improbable 12-year NFL career after going undrafted in 2011, Chris not only won a title, but he turned himself into an All-Pro, and was a vaunted member of the Denver Broncos “No Fly Zone” secondary that’s still considered one of the best defensive back groups in NFL history. After not playing in 2023, despite staying in shape in case a team called, Chris talks to the guys about why he is now officially retiring from the NFL. The three guys also take us behind the scenes of the drama that unfolded in Super Bowl 50, and Chris explains why he stands by his post-game comments about Cam Newton that sparked a controversy that’s still talked about today.

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    36 mins
  • Amon-Ra St. Brown on being the NFL's top paid receiver, how the Lions are coming for the NFC throne
    Apr 25 2024

    On the latest Off the Edge with Cam Jordan podcast, Lions All-Pro receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown joins Cam hours after agreeing to a 4-year, $120 million contract extension with the Detroit Lions. He shares with Cam why becoming the NFL's highest paid receiver is an "honor," but also how it's winning not money that still motivates him. He also talks about why he feels the Lions are setup for sustained success under head coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes. And, Amon-Ra shares his journey of growing up in Germany has shaped the person he's become, and how his family prepared him to handle the big stage.

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    30 mins