Baseball was America’s pastime and college football was King. So, how did the NFL get so popular? We explore the history behind the rise of America’s most watched sport.

Out of the many great coaches in NFL history, there are very few that were men of color. There is a reason for that. Opportunities.

Head-coaching greats can not only change and maintain a franchise for the better, but they can also overcome adversity…Even if it’s of their own doing.

Great head coaches do two things; they change the culture of a franchise and maintain that culture. We continue our journey of the greatest NFL coaches of all time.

Lions and Cowboys and Bucs, oh my! We take a 32 team journey to find out how every NFL franchise got their name!

In the beginning, the American Football League was a joke. It didn’t help that it’s professional football teams practiced in schoolyards, played in run-down stadiums, and wore bad uniforms. But, by its 10th and final year, the AFL had more than earned...

The NFL schedule has added more regular season games over the years, but the best part are the stories behind those games.

Ever wonder how we got to NFL free agency? At one point it didn’t exist. We also take a look back at un-drafted Hall of Famer‘s as well as the best and worst free-agent signings in NFL history.

Aaron Rodgers wants a divorce from the Green Bay Packers (allegedly). We take a look at past examples that actually left their teams for another... not all by choice.

We take a deep dive into the history of African-Americans and minorities in the NFL. In Storytime With Uncle Mike, a tale of a narcoleptic football player.

Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence is expected to be the first pick of the 2021 NFL Draft. We take a look back on quarterback prospects from all levels, and where they were selected in the draft. In Storytime With Uncle Mike, we examine three QBs that the...

The show transitions it’s focus to the history of the NFL! With the 2021 NFL draft two weeks away we focus on its origins, and one team owners’ impact that saved the NFL in its infancy.

Big money goes down hurt…again, a slight rant on the Brooklyn Nets, and a not so surprising number on wide receivers drafted in the first round.

More old-heads return to the boxing ring, the importance of where you land as a NFL prospect, why doesn’t totally matter where you go to school, and what Arby’s can teach you about winning in the NCAA tournament. 

Episode Notes The NCAA tournament Sweet 16 is set, but not before setting every bracket in America on fire! LeBron James is hurt for real this time, and what it means for the LA Lakers. In Storytime With Uncle Mike, there once a blind dog that...

The NCAA Tournament is on after a year off, the latest on NFL free agency, and the reality for paying a franchise quarterback. Also, the time I aided and abetted using black olives...In Storytime With Uncle Mike. 

Episode Notes Dak Prescott finally gets his money, the NBA All-Star weekend confirms who the NBA ‘s most influential player is, and my personal review of Coming 2 America. Support Behind Tha Mike Podcast by donating to their Tip Jar:...

Episode Notes The Boston Celtics can’t spell consistency, Captain America signs with the Arizona Cardinals, and Russell Wilson along with the Seahawks offensive coaching staff may need to take notes from James Harden. Storytime with Uncle Mike...

Episode Notes We talk Big Ben, Cam Newton disrespected at his own football camp, and what it would take to get a 14 year $340 million contract. Now that football is over, we get you caught up on the NBA just before the All-Star break. Also, there is...

Episode Notes We play catch-up with a Super Bowl review in this weeks rundown. In the aftermath of a loss in the big game, it is hard to get back...Kansas City fans, this is for you. Also, Russell Wilson isn’t totally wrong. In Storytime With Uncle...