NFL Players: Second Acts

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  • Summary

  • 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.

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  • Marty Lyons talks playing for Bear Bryant, the Jim Kelly fight, serving terminally ill children
    Apr 23 2025

    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 National Championship. Marty then tells stories of playing his entire career with the Jets, being part of the New York Sack Exchange, and what led to his infamous fight with Buffalo Bills quarterback Jim Kelly. Later, Marty shares his favorite stories during his time as a Jets radio announcer, the work he’s done to help restore athletic fields at HBCUs, and his passion for supporting terminally ill children.

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

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    46 mins
  • Derrick Brooks on his work as an NFL appeals officer, carrying the legacy of Walter Payton & his Mt. Rushmore of life influences
    Apr 16 2025

    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 reflects on the significance of receiving the first ever Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. Later, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneer lists his personal Mount Rushmore, which includes his old coach, Tony Dungy.

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    41 mins
  • Steven Jackson talks being the Rams all-time leading rusher, why he wore #39, starting a barber school and apparel company
    Apr 9 2025

    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 behind wearing jersey number 39 and how it felt to lose in the AFC Championship game in his final season. Steven discusses his post-NFL ventures, including opening a barber school, starting the NFL Legends YouTube channel, and his apparel company OBS.

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

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    45 mins
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