Too Good to be Drew

Sometimes the most meaningful thing you can give someone isn't advice, money, or an opportunity. It's a conversation. On this Wednesday episode of  Too Good to Be Drew , Uncle Drew reflects on a powerful conversation with a friend that sparked a simple but important reminder:  At some point, you owe somebody a conversation. Whether it's holding someone accountable, offering tough love, recognizing...

What are you waiting for? The perfect moment? Someone's approval? A sign that you're ready? On this episode of  Fast Friday , Uncle Drew challenges us to stop seeking permission from the outside world and start trusting the ideas, creativity, and potential already within us. From the importance of critical thinking in an AI-driven world to finding inspiration through books, movies, and everyday ex...

Being elite isn't about being the best in the world. It's about bringing your best to everything you do, even when nobody's watching. In this Fast Friday episode of  Too Good to Be Drew , Uncle Drew breaks down what it truly means to operate at an elite level. From athletes performing under pressure to everyday professionals mastering their craft, greatness is built through preparation, consistenc...

Good friendships don't maintain themselves. You have to keep showing up. Uncle Drew is back! On this Wednesday episode of  Too Good to Be Drew , Drew catches up on the sports world, reflects on his early love for baseball, and shares a few lessons from a weekend in Tennessee with lifelong friends. From hockey in Nashville to returning to Neyland Stadium 16 years after playing there with the Oregon...

How great do you have to be for people to break down your legacy before the documentary even tells the full story? Drew sits down with Ed Jones II for a teaser conversation around ESPN’s six-part documentary series, SABAN , streaming exclusively on ESPN+ throughout October. The two get into Nick Saban’s impact on college football, from LSU and Alabama to recruiting, player development, his coachin...

Fast Friday is back — and sometimes the best way to move forward is to disappear for a little while. After stepping away, Drew returns with a reset and reflects on what a silent retreat in Big Bear taught him about presence, discipline, and the importance of pouring back into himself. He opens up about unplugging from the noise, sitting with his own thoughts, and creating enough space to come back...

This one is for the men. Uncle Drew talks about the importance of real friendship, brotherhood, and creating traditions that keep good people connected as life gets busier. Strong friendships do not stay strong by accident. They take effort, consistency, and a willingness to keep showing up for each other. From longtime friends to mentors, Drew reflects on what it means to grow alongside people wh...

Uncle Drew is back after taking a much-needed week to unplug, reset, and recharge. This episode is about challenging yourself, finding small pockets of time to invest in yourself, staying curious, and understanding that rest and discipline can coexist. Drew also reflects on learning more about 9/11 and history, while closing with a reminder that the things people sometimes call “luck” are often bu...

Sometimes the best days aren’t defined by one huge moment. They’re built through small interactions, unexpected kindness, genuine compliments, and people simply choosing to show up with excellence. On this Fast Friday, Uncle Drew reflects on a travel day filled with reminders that the world is still hungry for real human connection. A warm interaction, a thoughtful compliment, great customer servi...

Coming out of Labor Day weekend, this episode is about getting back locked in. Uncle Drew talks football, momentum, and the thin line between almost getting it done and actually finishing the job. Sometimes the win is ugly. Sometimes you get lucky. Sometimes the lesson comes from realizing how quickly things can change when you relax too early. A long weekend is over. The week is shorter. The goal...

We made it through another week—but before you rush into the weekend, take a second to recognize what’s already in front of you. This Fast Friday is about gratitude, grace, perspective, and learning how to appreciate what God has placed in your hands instead of constantly looking at what someone else has. Sometimes life isn’t as good as we think, and it isn’t as bad as we think either. So the ques...

It’s Wednesday. You might be tired, drained, and already looking toward the weekend—but there’s still work to do. Today’s episode is short, sweet, and simple, built around three letters that have stuck with Coach Drew since his NFL days: OTM. It’s a reminder about how you show up, what you carry with you, and the value you bring into every room, conversation, meeting, and opportunity. Are you brin...

🚨 Detective Uncle Drew Is on the Case‼️ The internet is on fire over the story surrounding Daejon Love, who allegedly built an entire fake NFL-player persona, and I had to talk about it. In this Monday episode, we’re breaking down 10 red flags that stood out through the evidence circulating online, including videos, texts, voice memos, IG posts, and photos. From the team gear and helmet everywher...

What excuse do we really have when people before us achieved greatness with far less opportunity and far more resistance? On this (Not So Fast) Fast Friday, Drew dives into the history of Negro League baseball and reflects on legends like Satchel Paige, Cool Papa Bell, Josh Gibson, and teams like the Kansas City Monarchs, Homestead Grays, Pittsburgh Crawfords, and Birmingham Black Barons. Their st...

Sometimes you just have to get on your soapbox. In this episode of  Too Good to Be Drew , Drew gets real about a day where frustration stacked up fast. From a rough valet experience to a tense moment on the road, he reflects on effort, accountability, communication, self-control, and knowing when to step away before anger takes over. The bigger message? We’re all imperfect. We have bad days, lose...

In this episode of Too Good to Be Drew , Coach Drew kicks off a new series on mentorship, giving back, and the people who help shape who we become. He reflects on the mentors who have poured into his life and why having someone willing to listen, guide, challenge, and support you can make such a lasting difference. Drawing from Notes on Being a Man , Father Yourself First , and the story of Quincy...

This Fast Friday episode is about challenging yourself to give a little more, reassessing what you want from the next season of life, and remembering that progress doesn’t require perfection. Coach Drew shares an update from Day 9 of his 60-Day Challenge and reflects on how creating structure can help break through the limits people place on themselves. As summer winds down, the challenge is to se...

What could change if you truly locked in for the next 60 days? On this Fast Friday, Drew shares the start of his personal 60-day challenge centered around consistency, discipline, movement, and making better use of his time. But the challenge is bigger than working out. It’s about choosing something that matters, cutting out distractions, making sacrifices, and having the courage to see what happe...

Sometimes the biggest test of discipline is simply doing what you said you would do—even when nobody is watching and it would be easier to skip it. In this Monday episode, Drew reflects on showing up, raising the stakes, and using self-awareness to recognize both strengths and blind spots. He also explores the value of coaching, accountability, service, and discovering the mission God placed on yo...

In this Fast Friday episode, Drew reflects on how technology has made life more connected—but often less personal. From keeping plans and honoring commitments to creating healthier boundaries between work and home, he challenges listeners to become more intentional with their time, relationships, and energy. The episode is a reminder to pour back into yourself, celebrate when life is going well, a...

Who in your life can challenge you, correct you, and push you toward your full potential without you immediately becoming defensive? In this Wednesday episode of Too Good to Be Drew , Drew explores the importance of mentorship, accountability, and surrounding yourself with people who care enough to be honest with you. He reflects on how younger generations are searching for guidance—even when they...

Uncle Drew returns for Fast Friday with a reminder that growth does not require perfection. Mistakes, fear, and uncertainty are often part of getting closer to something meaningful. This episode also challenges listeners to pour into the younger generation, pursue the ideas that keep calling them, and keep showing up even when the path feels uncomfortable. Do something that scares you, stop waitin...

What is one small thing you could begin today that might completely change your life over time? In this episode, Drew challenges you to stop waiting for the perfect moment, the perfect plan, or a massive burst of motivation. Instead, you are encouraged to start where you are, use what you have, and build momentum one small decision at a time. Through stories about reconnecting with your inner chil...

Here you go: In this episode of Too Good to Be Drew , Coach Drew dives into the power of humility, honesty, and human connection. Through the simple phrases “I don’t know” and “I’m sorry,” he breaks down how strength is often found in being willing to admit what we do not know, apologize when needed, and keep growing instead of pretending to have it all figured out. Coach Drew also shares a person...

In this episode of Too Good to Be Drew , Coach Drew shares his growing appreciation for soccer and the excitement surrounding the World Cup. From the skill and precision of the players to the emotion, culture, and togetherness of the fans, the beautiful game is beginning to make a lasting impression. The episode also highlights the importance of recognizing greatness under pressure, staying curiou...