Beyond The Helmet
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Bert Emanuel speaks on Football Journey, NIL and ‘his rule’
April 26, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL receiver and NCAA QB, Bert Emanuel Sr. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! While the college scene is getting ready for Bert Emanuel Jr to storm onto the scene, Bert Emanuel Sr. know a thing or two about what it takes to thrive on that scene. The former Rice QB wrote the blueprint that Charlie Ward used to win a Heisman before converting to a WR in the NFL. Without m...
D'Marco Jackson on NFL Draft and App State Journey
April 20, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by All-American linebacker from App State, D’Marco Jackson Get to know D’Marco Jackson! D’Marco went from redshirting his first year, to getting - then losing - a starting job to blossoming into the DPOY in his conference and all-American. His meteoric rise over his career culminated with a terrific showing at the Reese’s Senior Bowl and invite to the NFL Combine. Jackson will be playing on Sundays this fall. One team will be lucky en...
Tim Grunhard talks 'View From Center' and NFL Journey
April 10, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBTim Grunhard talks NFL, Chiefs, and his new book, 'View from Center'. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Chiefs Ring of Honor member, former 11 year Center for the team, Tim 'Grunny' Grunhard. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! Kansas City got it right in 1990. When they draft 'Grunny' from Notre Dame in the second round they picked a man who would become a pillar for their organization for the next 30+ years. ...
Kyle Arrington on NFL, Success, Evolve Foundation and More
April 04, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Super Bowl Champ, former NFL Defensive back, Kyle Arrington. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! Arrington is far more than a former athlete. As a community leader he has forged a path forward utilizing a number of mediums for his message. He is a published author (check out arr24.com), he's an actor, an entrepreneur and a philanthropist. Football provided a spring board to ha...
Sean Brown on the USFL and his football journey
March 31, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by the USFL’s Philadelphia Stars, Sean Brown. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! Sean Brown is ready for his next chapter. In just a couple weeks the USFL will start its inaugural season and he will be in his familiar spot on the offensive line. A new league, a new team and a new opportunity for Sean to pave his way into the NFL. Brown took the time to talk about his road here. ...
TJ Barnes talks Football Days, TikTok and Life Today
March 28, 2022 07:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former defensive tackle, TJ Barnes who now is works in software and is a podcast host. If you don't know who TJ Barnes is, you aren't on TikTok. TJ is the former pro football player who releases endless insights into his experiences from his journey. Seeing as he can draw from his time as an All-ACC player, NFL, AAF and XFL athlete as well - he has a lot to say. Barnes has navigated creating a life after being a pro athlete. He open...
Isaac Bruce speaks on Hall of Fame, Faith and Success
March 21, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Hall of Fame wide receiver, Isaac Bruce. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave a comment! 15,000+ receiving yards, 1,000+ receptions and nearly 100 TDs in a storied NFL career barely begins to tell the Isaac Bruce story. Fresh off of his Hall of Fame induction this summer, Isaac took the time to speak about his acceptance speech, his career and what he is focusing on today. The Isaac Bruce Foundati...
Pat Williams talks All-Pro NFL Career, Life Today, and More
March 14, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-Pro defensive tackle, Pat Williams. Pat Williams played defensive tackle until he was nearly 40. Think about that. This career almost never happened. Pat went to two different JUCOs before making it onto the field at Texas A&M only to go undrafted. There aren’t 25 year old undrafted rookies in the NFL who make a roster once. Williams isn’t ordinary though. Insane quickness at an enormous frame under the tutelage of Bruc...
Michael Montgomery II on his NFL Journey, 'The Undefeated' and More
March 10, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Super Bowl Champ and former Green Bay Packer, Michael Montgomery II. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! Michael Montgomery is a numbers guy. Playing defensive line he knew since high school which stats mattered and what his peers were doing. He figured if he could match what ‘the best’ in the state were doing then he would be ok. He was not wrong. Montgomery worked himself in...
Quincy Carter reflects on NFL Career, Rehab, and QC17 QB Training
March 07, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former two-sport athlete and NFL QB, Quincy Carter. Few people have ever possessed the athleticism Quincy Carter did. He pursued professional baseball for a few years out of high school before going to the University of Georgia to play quarterback. It took little time at all to see he was something special and was only continuing to improve. With that being said, Quincy did not re-write the history books in the NFL. Despite being dr...
Luke Tenuta talks NFL Draft prep, Shriner’s Game and More
February 28, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by All-ACC offensive lineman and NFL prospect, Luke Tenuta Tenuta has been a steady force on the Virginia Tech offensive line for the last few seasons. It’s been quite the journey going from a high school defensive lineman, to redshirting, to eventually growing into the anchor of a top offensive line unit. The point of our conversation is to talk about the journey to get to this point. This conversation was recorded right after the Ea...
Former Bills GM, Doug Whaley, talks Roster Building, Career Journey and XFL
February 24, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former General Manager of the Buffalo Bills and current XFL SVP, Doug Whaley , Darnerien McCants. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! Doug is driven, not ambitious. He went from college football player into talent evaluator for the Seahawks and after 3 years of scouting he was off and running. It kicked off what would be over a decade long stint with the Steelers front office ...
Rachaad White talks NFL Draft prep, Senior Bowl and Journey Here
February 21, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by All-PAC12 running back, Senior Bowl standout and NFL prospect, Rachaad White. 0 Division 1 offers. Rachaad was anything but a sure thing to be here today. Back in 2017 he went to DII Nebraska-Kearney and redshirted. After 2 years of JUCO football he was able to land at Arizona State where he gave the Sun Devils everything he had for 2 seasons (1 of course being a short COVID season). His unyielding drive and confidence propelled him...
Darnerien McCants talks Coaching Life and NFL Journey
February 14, 2022 08:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Wide Receiver turned Coach, Darnerien McCants. Before you read any further, please give us a follow/subscribe and leave us a 5 star review! Not a Division 1 athlete, no combine invite - no problem. In 2001, 'Coach' was drafted in the 5th round after a 18 touchdown campaign as a senior at Delaware State. He spent the bulk of his career with the Washington Redskins as a receiver and special team contributor. His last NFL sto...
Jerreth Sterns, All-American WR, talks path to NFL Draft
February 07, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MBAll-American, Jerreth Sterns, talks path to NFL Draft. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by athlete who just led all of the NCAA in receiving in 2021 (1,902 yards), Jerreth Sterns. Jerreth burst onto the scene this year at Western Kentucky University catching balls from another newcomer and star in Bailey Zappe. Was this a one year wonder? Not even close. Sterns spent 3 years at Houston Baptist where he caught balls from the same QB, Bailey, for those three seasons. Ea...
Mike Sims-Walker talks Success, Family and NFL Journey
January 31, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former UCF and NFL Wide Receiver, Mike Sims-Walker. In 2009 Mike Sims-Walker led the Jaguars in receptions and yards en route to finally showing the world he belonged on the biggest stage. The less obvious tale is his road to get there. As Sims-Walker puts it, at an early age he looked to his brother and father as role models in his best effort to not run with the wrong crowd. While knowing what he didn’t want, he found sports and ...
Baby Gronk opens up on football retirement, his true goals and why he's certain to achieve them
January 24, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by football sensation, Baby Gronk (a.k.a. Madden San Miguel) and his father, Jake. Who is Baby Gronk? The short answer is a social media sensation who at 8 years old has already amassed a following of over 250k on Instagram. Since kindergarten he has consistently outplayed competition his age and multiple years older than him impressing professional athletes and celebrities alike. If there was ever a way to project a top recruit in the...
All-American, Cole Strange, talks path to NFL Draft and Senior Bowl
January 17, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Jacobs Award winner and standout offensive lineman, Cole Strange. Cole switched from defense and tight end to playing guard at Tennessee Chattanooga and has never looked back. He’s only spent each year getting better. Instead of being recognized as one of the best players in his conference, Cole now has earned recognition as being one of the best in the country. His collegiate career will now end at the Senior Bowl. Strange opens up...
Former Texas Longhorn, Josh Thompson, talks journey to the Senior Bowl
January 10, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by standout defensive back for the Texas Longhorns, Josh Thompson. 2022 rolls on with a second conversation with a rising star on NFL Draft boards. Josh was originally recruited to Texas by then Coach Charlie Strong, he stayed through the Herman Era, and is now leaving Austin after one year of Coach Sarkisian. Through it all he was committed to the institution of UT above any one coach and it served him well. We talk about the coaching...
HBCU Star, Josh Williams, talks journey to the Senior Bowl
January 04, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by HBCU All-American and Senior Bowl bound, Joshua Williams. We kick off 2022 with a conversation on a rising star on NFL Draft boards. You may not have heard of Josh Williams quite yet. He is an all CIAA cornerback who has a very good chance to be the first player drafted out of Fayetteville State in nearly 50 years. Williams will have a chance to prove himself at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL. He finally will be able to play with s...
Javier Arenas talks Alabama Football, NFL Days and Life Today
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former former All-American and National Champion, Javier Arenas. Javier Arenas was electric on defense and as a returner for Alabama as Nick Saban began to dominate the college football world. From there Javier would go on to play in the NFL primary for the Chiefs, Cardinals and Falcons. While his playing days came to and end, his love for football did not. Arenas spent 2018-2020 as an analyst for the Crimson Tide. He spent the time...
Bob Newton Discusses Substance Abuse, the NFL, and his Journey with Both
November 22, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Offensive Lineman and Counselor/Consultant, Bob Newton. Bob Newton was an All-American football player at Nebraska and played 12 years of professional football. Throughout his playing days, Bob drank like many of his teammates did. Overtime though, Newton began to drink more frequently. Eventually it began to effect his on the field performance and ultimately it helped end his football career. While that could sound lik...
Coach Terry Robiskie opens up on his NFL Journey and Career
November 15, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by longtime NFL Coach and former player, Terry Robiskie. Coach Robiskie is one of the best to ever do it. He came into the league as a running back playing for John Madden’s Raiders before playing for Shula’s Dolphins. He wasted no time and the next season he was back with Raiders under Tom Flores. From 1982 through 2020, coach was employed in the NFL for 39 consecutive seasons. Including his career as a player, that is 44 years in the...
Jerry Sherk talks Life After Football, The Hero's Journey and More
November 08, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Defensive Player of the Year and Cleveland Browns legend, Jerry Sherk. Jerry played 12 years in the NFL (1970-1981) all with the Cleveland Browns. This former defensive lineman was an All-American wrestler who grew into a 4 time Pro Bowl player and eventual Defensive Player of the Year. A devastating staph infection in 1979 would be beginning of the end of a storied football career - but more importantly - it would allow s...
Greg Camarillo reflects on NFL Career and Talks Life Today
November 01, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Wide Receiver, Greg Camarillo. How many guys go from college walk-on punter to starting NFL Wide Receiver? Greg proved through hard work (and a couple of breaks) it's possible. Camarillo landed a work out with the San Diego Chargers and from there the pro career started. It launched a 8 year career that left a memorable moment for all Dolphins fans when Greg caught the OT game winner to help them avoid a winless season bac...
Jay Paterno on Penn State, Family Legacy and Life Today.
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former Penn State Football Coach and Current Board of Trustee Members for the school, Jay Paterno. Today you can catch Jay Paterno running Nittany Game Week (nittanygameweek.com) covering Penn State Football. Last year he released his second book ‘Hot Seat’ and he is also working in consulting (jayvpaterno.com). It was great to speak with Jay on all the things he has gotten into over the last decade. However, Jay also spoke openly t...
Jay Paterno on Penn State, Family Legacy and Life Today.
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former Penn State Football Coach and Current Board of Trustee Members for the school, Jay Paterno. Today you can catch Jay Paterno running Nittany Game Week (nittanygameweek.com) covering Penn State Football. Last year he released his second book ‘Hot Seat’ and he is also working in consulting (jayvpaterno.com). It was great to speak with Jay on all the things he has gotten into over the last decade. However, Jay also spoke openly t...
Ed White reflects on NFL Journey, Art and Life After the Game
October 18, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by 17 year NFL offensive linemen, Ed White. Here is a quick overview of just some of what Big Ed accomplished on the football field: He is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame, Chargers Hall of Fame, Cal Berkley Hall of Fame (among others) One of the 50 Greatest Minnesota Vikings All-American, Pro Bowler and All Pro player He is the first player to be an All-Pro in both the AFC and NFC While he belongs in the NFL Hall of ...
Jermichael Finley on NFL Career, ElevaTE U and Life Today
October 11, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBJermichael Finley on NFL Career, ElevaTE U and Life Today. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former Texas Longhorn and Green Packers Tight End, Jermichael Finley. The Super Bowl Champ is developing the next generation of stud tight ends with his ElevaTE U athlete skills training. When he isn’t training the next generation of top athletes you can catch him on his new podcast ‘Inside Spin with J Fin’. When you add in his family life, it’s safe to say Finley has stayed ...
Derek Cox opens up on NFL Career and Life After the Game
October 07, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Cornerback and special teams playmaker, Derek Cox. No NFL Combine Invite? No Problem. Derek was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2009 Draft and never looked back. He became an immediate starter for the Jaguars and intercepted Peyton Manning just a few plays into his NFL Career. Football was off to a blazing start as a professional athlete. This episode gets into the details of how Cox put together this rise and life since...
Legendary Coach, Mark Richt, opens up on Make the Call and more
October 03, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by legendary college football coach, Mark Richt. Coach Richt is known for his time at Florida State as their OC under Coach Tommy Bowden and then has the Head Coach for the Georgia Bulldogs and then the Miami Hurricanes. Most recently, coach has finished compiling his efforts in writing a book entitled Make the Call. Over 35 years of football knowledge has been condensed in a way to help the reader better understand what went into Coach...
Leigh Bodden on football career and more
September 27, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former 9 year NFL Cornerback, Leigh Bodden. Leigh showed up at Duquesne to play football with little fan fare. 4 years later he would be recognized as one of the most prolific cornerbacks in 1AA history. The 28 interceptions somehow was not enough for a team to take him in the NFL draft. Bodden would carve out a 9 year NFL career after making the Cleveland Browns roster and being a standout on special teams. He would earn his way i...
Stefan Logan talks 13 year Pro Football Journey and Life Today
September 19, 2021 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by the individual who accumulated the 3rd most all time Kick Return yards in pro football history, Stefan Logan. For starters, Stefan’s career never should have happened. He made it “out of the mud” when he spent his first 3 years after high school working and not pursuing his dreams. He happened to catch the attention of the coaches at University South Dakota and he made the most of the opportunity… He re-wrote their record book with 4...
Al Bubba Baker reflects on NFL Journey and Life After the Game
September 12, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by the newly recognized NFL SINGLE SEASON SACK record holder, Al “Bubba” Baker. After some crafty work by the nerds, we now know that Bubba Baker is truly the sack king. Back in 1978 he set the record and finished his career with 131 sacks. The new found research is re-igniting his Hall of Fame campaign all these years after his playing days. Baker took the time to reflect on this news and his path to get here. Bubba has reinvented him...
Brad Johnson opens up on 17 Year NFL Career, TikTok and Life Today
September 05, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Super Bowl Champion and former Pro Bowl quarterback, Brad Johnson. Brad was a two-sport athlete at FSU before being drafted by the Minnesota Vikings back in 1992. He spent his first few seasons in the league as an understudy before eventually claiming the starting role. His play would eventually move the Redskins into trading for him. After a stay in D.C. for two years he would ultimately sign with Tampa. Johnson is perhaps most wel...
Colin Cole talks Hawkeyes, NFL Career and More
September 02, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by 12 year NFL defensive lineman and former Iowa Hawkeye, Colin Cole. Colin Cole was part of the initial Coach Ferentz recruiting class that ushered in this era of Hawkeye football. After working himself into an all-conference player at Iowa, he went undrafted attempting to break into the NFL. He details his process of grinding it out until he broke out as a Green Bay Packer. Cole also had to comeback from a series of setbacks relating...
Matt Light talks Patriots Career and Return of the Goat
August 30, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-Pro tackle, Patriots Hall of Famer and 3x Super Bowl Champ, Matt Light. Matt Light spent all 11 years of his career as a Patriot being the anchor of the offensive line at Left Tackle. Through Super Bowl wins and loses he was a staple of the team and earned a spot on the team’s 50th anniversary team before being inducted into their Hall of Fame. Light focuses his attention on The Light Foundation and has done so for 20 yea...
Tyrone Poole talks Success, Super Bowls and ‘Talk and Grind’
August 26, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Super Bowl champ, Tyrone Poole. Yes, Tyrone played 14 years in the NFL, but he is also an author, trainer, speaker, entrepreneur and personality! His road to Fort Valley State and then through pro football filled him with enough knowledge the he is on mission to share it any way possible. He is a must follow on social media (@TyronePoole38) for motivation and positivity-based posts and his show “Talk and Grind” takes it to an even hi...
Noelle Lambert, Team USA Paralympian, shares her story ahead of Tokyo Games
August 22, 2021 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.9 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by Team USA’s own, Noelle Lambert. As of the release of this episode, Noelle is in Tokyo waiting for her event in Track. This is Noelle’s first time representing Team USA as she has only competed for merely a year. She took the time to discuss her training and share her story of perseverance In 2016 Lambert was in an accident that resulted in losing most of her left leg. It was easy to assume that was the end of lacrosse career, let a...
Mike Karney with Fullback Talk, NFL Career and Life Today
August 14, 2021 19:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-Pro fullback, Mike Karney. Mike began his NFL career when the Saints drafted him in the 5th round of the ’04 draft. This meant paving the way for Deuce McCalister and eventually Reggie Bush among other running backs. Eventually, Mike would sign with the St. Louis Rams to finish his career paving the way for Steven Jackson before retiring. After his Pro Bowl career, Mike has put his energy into a few different passions. K...
Jeromy Miles talks Life After NFL and Soul Baila
August 08, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBJeromy Miles talks Life After NFL and Salsa Baila. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-American and NFL athlete, Jeromy Miles. Jeromy transferred to UMass from Navy where he immediately made an impact. By the end of his UMass journey he was one of their most decorated athletes, but still was not drafted in the NFL. He signed with the Bengals as an undrafted rookie and made the team. This would launch a six season career most notably with the Bengals and Rave...
Chris Rainey, Gator standout and CFL Legend, talks football journey
August 02, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former former All-American at Florida and CFL All-Star, Chris Rainey. Chris Rainey can run. He says in 8th grade he could run a sub 4.4 40. At that point it was the fast lane to varsity football and a full ride to the University of Florida. Under Urban Meyer he would win a NCAA Championship while earning All-American honors in track and field. While many people may know that portion of Rainey’s journey - Chris takes the time to ope...
Brandon Lloyd, former All Pro WR, talks NFL Career and CareerWise Colorado
July 25, 2021 01:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-Pro NFL Wide Receiver, Brandon Lloyd. Brandon played 11 seasons in the NFL on 6 different teams. Most people remember Brandon for his 2010 season where he was the top the wide receiver in the game. Today’s conversation recaps what happened from his rookie season (2003) all the way to this point. Years of trying to stay healthy, being traded, being released, moving to different cities all culminated in a break out year. The...
Antoine McClain talks Clemson Football and his Football Journey
July 18, 2021 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by the Director of Former Player Engagement for Clemson, former NFL Offensive Lineman and Super Bowl Champion, Antoine McClain. Antoine just started his role of Director of Former Player Engagement at Clemson in May 2021. He is getting re-acclimated to the school and program that launched him into the NFL. Part of Coach Swinney’s recruiting efforts earlier in the 2000’s, now Antoine is connecting all the alumni of the program. McClain ...
Chukky Okobi on Unlocking Success; Basic Instructions
July 12, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Offensive Lineman and Super Bowl Champion, Chukky Okobi. Chukky had a moment of crisis while at Purdue after a new football coach came in to run the program. He decided he had to do something outside of the box to make sure he would reach his dream of playing in the NFL. What he didn’t realize is that this would begin a path of seeing the world through a lens that would allow him to do much more than succeed at a sport. O...
Joe Hawley talks Journey from NFL to The Hart Collective and More.
July 05, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former NFL Offensive Lineman, Joe Hawley. Joe had a successful NFL career for 8 seasons, but his life after the game has made more notable headlines. His story garnered attention when he spent the better part of 2 years traveling in a van with his dog to see the country. It was only after re-discovering himself that he embarked on the The Hart Collective. Hawley runs the Hart Collective which helps for professional athletes reconstr...
Chris Wormley Reflects on his road to Pittsburgh Steelers
June 28, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBChris Wormley Reflects on his road to Pittsburgh Steelers. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-American and current defensive lineman for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chris Wormley. Chris is entering his second season with the Steelers. He was traded to the team prior to the start of the 2020 season from the Baltimore Ravens. After trying to get up to speed during the pandemic and then battling through injuries, Chris is ready to to hit the ground running this ...
Eric Warfield talks Chiefs Career, the Cost of Chasing the Dream and More
June 21, 2021 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBOn this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former 8 year cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs, Eric Warfield. The price Eric paid to live the life of a pro athlete was steep. Warfield, who is comfortable speaking about his path, opens up about both the mental issues he had - like dealing with public criticism - and the physical issues he has that persist today. Of course, it was not all bad. Warfield covers winning multiple national championships in college at Nebraska, l...
Shawne Merriman talks Lights Out and his Football Journey
June 14, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBShawne Merriman talks Lights Out and his Football Journey. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former All-Pro for Chargers and Bills, Shawne Merriman. Few athletes have taken their sport by storm like Shawne did in 2005-07. He brought his high school nickname “Lights Out” to the biggest stage where everyone saw his trademark sack celebration nearly 40 times in those 3 years. Shawne did go on to play 5 more seasons after his prolific start but spent large swaths of tha...
Ziggy Hood talks NFL Days, Coaching Career and Autism Awareness
June 07, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBZiggy Hood talks NFL Days, Coaching Career and Autism Awareness. On this episode of the Beyond the Helmet we are joined by former 10 year Defensive linemen in the NFL, Evander “Ziggy” Hood. Ziggy came into the league as a first round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers. By his third year he worked his way to be being a starter on the defensive line and he parlayed his efforts into landing a big contract with the Jaguars. Ultimately, Ziggy would also play for the Bears, Redskins, Dolphins and Sa...