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  • Greg Scruggs on his life being rooted in service, answering the call to coach, the tough childhood that shaped his unshakable confidence
    Apr 29 2026

    On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with two-time Super Bowl champion defense end Greg Scruggs. Greg shares his love for drumming and tells the story of how he went from the drumline to the football team late in high school. He also discusses his college recruiting experience and explains why he picked college football over basketball. Then Greg dives into his second act and talks about the time he spent working for the NFL Legends program, supporting player development at Cincinnati, and coaching the 49ers defensive line.

    The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

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    1 Std. und 4 Min.
  • Tre Boston on Battles with Julio Jones, Roman’s Mentorship, Being the International Man of the Sport Padel
    Apr 22 2026

    On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former NFL safety Tre Boston for a conversation that moves far beyond the field. Tre opens up about the injuries during his rookie year, the story behind “Thieves Ave”, and embracing the nickname “Mr. Por Quatro.” From returning to Carolina to walking away from football, Tre speaks candidly about identity, growth, and what comes next. He discusses building a show with his wife, how his perspective has evolved over time, and how he figured out who he was after the game was over.

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    58 Min.
  • Pat Surtain on Development of Pat Surtain II, How New Orleans Made Him, His Coaching Career
    Apr 15 2026

    On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former All-Pro defensive back Pat Surtain to talk about his journey from New Orleans to the NFL and now into coaching. Surtain reflects on the defining moments of his playing career, including the toughest receivers he ever lined up against and what it really takes to sustain success at the highest level. He also shares how he made the transition into coaching, and how his time as a player continues to shape the way he leads and connects with the next generation of athletes.

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    44 Min.
  • Brian Griese on Replacing John Elway, Coaching Brock Purdy, and Creating a Support Program for Grieving Children
    Apr 8 2026

    On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, hosts Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former quarterback Brian Griese. Brian explains how he dealt with the pressure of replacing Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway as the Denver Broncos starter in the late 90s and shares the lessons he took away from that experience. Brian also discusses his experience as a quarterbacks coach for the 49ers and how he helped develop Brock Purdy. Then Brian shares the struggle of losing his mother at a young age and how that inspired him to found Judi’s House a foundation that supports grieving children and families.

    The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

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    52 Min.
  • Why Michael Bennett Walked Away From Football and Reinvented Himself as an Artist, Activist, and Designer
    Apr 1 2026

    On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with former Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett for a wide-ranging conversation about going undrafted to becoming one of the most disruptive defensive linemen in the NFL. Bennett built a reputation as one of the most versatile and relentless players of his era but when it was time to step away from the game he took a surprising turn into art, culture, and activism. Now exploring new passions in architecture and design, Bennett explains why he’s always pushed himself to the limit in everything he does, both on and off the field.

    The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

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    48 Min.
  • Breaking Down Charles Davis’ Mock Draft 3.0
    Apr 1 2026

    Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones start the show with the latest NFL headlines, including updates on George Kittle’s Achilles and Patrick Mahomes’ knee; plus, what to make of Najee Harris’ recent free agent visits.

    Then the guys review NFL analyst Charles Davis’ mock draft 3.0 and discuss whether they would be happy with his suggested rookie landing spots.

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    1 Std. und 2 Min.
  • Fantasy Draft Wish Lists by Position + the NFL’s QB Development Problem
    Mar 26 2026

    Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones are back with a jam‑packed episode that blends Opening Day excitement with a deep dive into the NFL’s most intriguing offseason storylines. The guys kick things off by discussing Joe Flacco’s return to Cincinnati and what his re‑signing means for the Bengals’ offense — and your fantasy rosters. From there, the crew tackles one of the league’s biggest issues: the ongoing quarterback development problem. That conversation sets the stage for a full fantasy draft wish‑list breakdown, starting with rising prospect Francisco Mendoza and continuing through detailed evaluations of prospects Ty Simpson, Garrett Nussmeier, Drew Allar, Jeremiah Love, Jadarian Price, and Mike Washington Jr. The guys then turn their attention to the top wide receivers in this year’s draft class. They close the show by examining the growing impact of rookie tight ends and why this year’s class could be especially fantasy‑relevant.

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    1 Std. und 4 Min.
  • Ron Rivera on his role as the first GM of Cal football, Coaching Peanut + Roman
    Mar 25 2026

    On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper are joined by their former head coach Ron Rivera. Ron was a Super Bowl winning linebacker, defensive coordinator, and head coach who took the Carolina Panthers to Super Bowl 50. Ron explains what he does in his current role as the first general manager of the California football program and shares his vision for the future of the team. He speaks out about the downsides of NIL and how he would like to see college football’s payment structure change. Ron also discusses his experience coaching Roman and Peanut on the Carolina Panthers and whether he would come back to coach in the NFL again.

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    48 Min.