The NFL Players Podcast

The NFL Players Podcast is a candid, unscripted series sharing the stories and personal journeys of NFL players– as told by the players. Hosted by captain of the New York Giants, Logan Ryan, Legend and Walter Payton Man of the Year recipient Charles "Peanut" Tillman, and Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams, new episodes are released on Wednesdays.

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Sports
Football
76
How Do You See Us? - The Nickersons (Part 1)
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.
20 min
77
Merging Vets and Players
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.
27 min
78
Player Storytelling - Brian Banks
#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.
30 min
79
Fatherhood: David Johnson
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.
24 min
80
Player Storytelling - Brian Dawkins (Part 2)
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 on the Ops.NFL.com if you are an NFL fan.
22 min
81
Player Storytelling - Brian Dawkins (Part 1)
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 on the Ops.NFL.com if you are an NFL fan.
25 min
82
Player Storytelling - Curtis Martin
#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.
13 min
83
Virtual Training
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.
24 min
84
Mental Health Awareness Month - Part 2
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.
24 min
85
Mental Health Awareness Month - Part 1
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.
27 min
86
CBA Updates - Part II
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 Benefits, NFL) talk through the new benefits available.
25 min
87
CBA Updates - Part I
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 Benefits, NFL) talk through the new benefits available.
20 min
88
Keeping the Faith - Part I
As the Raiders make their move to Las Vegas, QB Derek Carr sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about how he has woven his faith into his football career, family life and throughout the ever-changing landscape of COVID-19.
23 min
89
Keeping the Faith - Part II
As the Raiders make their move to Las Vegas, QB Derek Carr sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about how he has woven his faith into his football career, family life and throughout the ever-changing landscape of COVID-19.
17 min
90
Draft Stories
Two Hall of Famers, Orlando Pace and John Randle, talk about their very different paths to success - starting with NFL Draft.
26 min
91
Fuel The Front Lines
Brandon Marshall sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about why he started the program, Fuel the Front Lines, to help provide recovery space, tools and nutrition for health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
25 min
92
The New Stay At Home Dad
With social distancing restrictions across the world, many of us are trying to find new routines while also adjusting to new norms. Chad Pennington talks about what it's like to manage the school and training schedules of his three sons and his high school football team while filling his new role of "stay at home" dad.
25 min
93
Staying Connected At Home
These are certainly unprecedented times for everyone. Aeneas Williams sits down with Leonard Wheeler to talk about what you can be doing to stay fit, motivated and connected while weathering the COVID-19 pandemic.
24 min
94
Game's Funniest Men
Matt Hasselbeck, Mack Strong and Scott Turner sit down with Aeneas Williams to exchange stories about some of the NFL's funniest personalities.
28 min
95
Player Storytelling - Cris Carter
Hall of Famer Cris Carter sits down with Aeneas Williams to talk about his football career and his transition into other passions of his life.
29 min
96
Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Part 2)
The 2020 Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Bruce Smith, Michael Vick, Darrell Green and Terrell Davis) sit down and talk about what has made them successful throughout their playing careers and beyond - and how they're paying it forward to this year's best players.
17 min
97
Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Part 1)
The 2020 Pro Bowl Legends Captains (Bruce Smith, Michael Vick, Darrell Green and Terrell Davis) sit down and talk about what has made them successful throughout their playing careers and beyond - and how they're paying it forward to this year's best players.
20 min
98
Super Bowl LIV - 50 Years in the Making
For the first time in 50 years, the Kansas City Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl. Guest hosts Takeo Spikes and Tutan Reyes sit down with Chiefs Legends Donnie Edwards and Tony Richardson to talk about the journey to Super Bowl LIV in Miami. Also available on the Behind the Mask Podcast.
26 min
99
MOY 2019 Panel 1: Making a Difference (Host: St...
At Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta, Steve Wyche hosted a panel of exceptional Walter Payton Man of the Year team nominees to talk about what they're doing to make a difference: Carlos Dunlap, Chris Long, Grady Jarrett and Whitney Mercilus.
22 min
100
MOY 2019 Panel 2: Legacy of Excellence (Host: S...
At Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta, Steve Wyche hosted a panel of exceptional NFL Legends: Willie Lanier, Will Shields, Troy Vincent and Jason Witten.
26 min