The NFL Players Podcast

Atoya Burleson and Tia Avril chat with Aeneas Williams about life on the other side of the playing field, and how each of these ladies achieved their own successes while supporting their partners. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leonard Wheeler and Mike Rucker talk about what they've learned from raising girls, and the importance of providing equal opportunities for their daughters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the League Office, the voices and opinions of players are an essential part of business. Following their playing careers, Darrel Young, Usama Young, and Darrell Campbell shifted into crucial roles at the League's front office and continue to drive the future of football. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad Pennington and Mark Brunell have translated their passion for the game of football into coaching at the youth and high school level. Hear how their participation on an elite committee of 10 NFL Legends is driving youth football forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we approach Kickoff in Kansas City, Hall of Famer and Chiefs Legend, Will Shields, talks about his commitment to making a change around social injustices through his work with the Midwest Innocence Project and I.C. Stars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like many other NFL Legends, Mike Cofer found his post-playing career niche in coaching high school football. Cofer sits down with Chad Pennington to talk about their passion to teach and grow the game. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer, Jerome Bettis, discusses how he and his foundation, The Bus Stops Here, have raised funds to purchase new laptops for students unable to complete their schoolwork from home and have equipped their homes with WiFi to help keep them connected during the challenging time. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

As we continue to navigate our new normal, focusing on building positive mental health is as important as ever. Tennessee Titans Team Clinician Dr. Sheila Peters sits down with NFL Legend and Colts Director of Player Engagement, David Thornton, to discuss key components of men’s health, elements unique to racial minorities, seeking social and emotional support, and taking advantage of available re...

NFL Legend and 2010 Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner, Madieu Williams, discusses his journey from the football field, through law school, and into his career as an attorney. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Vick sits down with Aeneas Williams to discuss his journey from the boy he once was to the man he is now - and how he has committed to supporting anti-recidivism, social justice, and helping others find their way. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Vick sits down with Aeneas Williams to discuss his journey from the boy he once was to the man he is now - and how he has committed to supporting anti-recidivism, social justice, and helping others find their way. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about his foundation, Team America, and his commitment to moving the conversation around social justice forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 3 of 3 - In 2019, Amy Nickerson, wife of 16-year NFL veteran Hardy Nickerson, released a personal narrative detailing what she and her family have seen and experienced around issues of law enforcement. Amy, Hardy and their son, Hardy Jr. sit down with Aeneas Williams to analyze about those experiences and discuss how to make a change. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...

Part 2 of 3 - In 2019, Amy Nickerson, wife of 16-year NFL veteran Hardy Nickerson, released a personal narrative detailing what she and her family have seen and experienced around issues of law enforcement. Amy, Hardy and their son, Hardy Jr. sit down with Aeneas Williams to analyze about those experiences and discuss how to make a change. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...

Part 1 of 3 - In 2019, Amy Nickerson, wife of 16-year NFL veteran Hardy Nickerson, released a personal narrative detailing what she and her family have seen and experienced around issues of law enforcement. Amy, Hardy and their son, Hardy Jr. sit down with Aeneas Williams to analyze about those experiences and discuss how to make a change. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...

As we approach Independence Day, Jay Glazer and Nate Boyer discuss the relationship between professional athletes and combat veterans, and how Merging Vets and Players has worked to bring the two together to support each other in building lives of service and strength. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#InspireChange. NFL Legend, Brian Banks, tells his story about how he was wrongfully accused of sexual assault, his emotional journey of finding justice, and how he was able to live out his dream of playing in the NFL. Brian's story was also made into a motion picture that will release on Friday, August 9th, 2019. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystu...

We’re just a few days away from Father’s Day, so it’s time to give a shout out to all the #NFLDads out there! Guest host Takeo Spikes sits down with Texans running back, David Johnson, to talk about their experiences of balancing fatherhood and football, and how they foster healthy relationships with their kids. Also available on the Behind the Mask podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at htt...

Aeneas Williams sits down with Brian Dawkins to discuss his journey to find positive mental health and how that impacted his performance on the field. With all that is going on in the world, it’s important to know that there are resources and support available to help navigate these times. You can check out total wellness   resources at  nfl.players.com  if you are a current or former player, or o...

Aeneas Williams sits down with Brian Dawkins to discuss his journey to find positive mental health and how that impacted his performance on the field. With all that is going on in the world, it’s important to know that there are resources and support available to help navigate these times. You can check out total wellness   resources at  nfl.players.com  if you are a current or former player, or o...

#BlackLivesMatter. Hall of Famer Curtis Martin opens up about his experiences with racial profiling - specifically when he was wrongfully pulled over one block away from his own home. Visit Players-Coalition.org to learn how to get involved. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone misses the gym - especially athletes. Aeneas Williams sits down with LeCharles Bentley to talk about how he's continued to work with his athletes during the pandemic, as well as the resources he's developed through Way to Play to keep athletes across the country active and football ready. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Ciara Dockery, Director of NFL Life Line, sits down with Cleveland Browns Director of Player Engagement, Ron Brewer, and NFL Transition Coach, Eddie Mason, to talk about the importance of building positive mental health and how players and Legends can take advantage of the resources available to them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartp...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Ciara Dockery, Director of NFL Life Line, sits down with Cleveland Browns Director of Player Engagement, Ron Brewer, and NFL Transition Coach, Eddie Mason, to talk about the importance of building positive mental health and how players and Legends can take advantage of the resources available to them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartp...

Building on the 2011 deal and an enhanced collaboration between the NFL and NFL Players Association, a new collective bargaining agreement is in place through the 2030 season. Tracy Perlman (Senior Vice President of Football Communications & Marketing, NFL), Belinda Lerner (Vice President of Alumni Affairs and Retired Player Programs, NFL) and Jacob Frank (Manager of Collectively Bargained Ben...