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As we transition into Week 5, the NFL's "Game Preview Guy" is here to set the stage for the full slate of matchups! With the Chiefs and Panthers both on bye, he gives you the storylines to look out for in each of the 15 games... SF @ SEA (00:00) LV @ NE (06:14) BUF @ LAR (12:42) HOU @ TEN (19:02) CLE @ NYJ (23:45) BAL @ ATL (30:10) PHI @ JAX (35:30) DEN @ LAC (42:11) CIN @ MIA (47:41) MIN @ NO (53:06) NYG @ WAS (59:22) IND @ PIT (1:06:07) DET @ ARI (1:12:43) CHI @ GB (1:19:01) TB @ DAL (1:24:19) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Jared Allen brings pure comedy in this conversation with hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. He rolls through his Hall of Fame journey, the mullet on his bust, the Black Santa story, and why life went right back to normal after Canton. He breaks down his wild path to Idaho State, the yearbook scandal, playing with a chip on his shoulder, and his welcome‑to‑the‑NFL moments in Kansas City. Jared also dives into his second acts — chasing Olympic dreams in curling, and building his Full Ryde bourbon brand — all before revealing his personal Mount Rushmore. It’s vintage Jared Allen: loud, honest, hilarious, and impossible not to enjoy. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's already Week 4, and the NFL's "Game Preview Guy" is here to set the stage for the full slate of matchups! He gives you the storylines to look out for in each of the 16 games... PIT @ CLE (00:00) IND @ WAS (7:28) ARI @ NYG (15:27) TEN @ BAL (21:29) NE @ BUF (27:50) DAL @ HOU (35:19) DEN @ SF (41:27) GB @ TB (48:25) JAX @ CIN (56:09) KC @ LV (1:03:30) LAC @ SEA (1:10:18) LAR @ PHI (1:17:42) MIA @ MIN (1:23:50) NYJ @ CHI (1:29:58) DET @ CAR (1:38:10) ATL @ NO (1:45:13) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with Hall of Famer Harold Carmichael for a conversation full of history, personality, and stories from one of the NFL’s most unique careers. Carmichael reflects on his journey from an HBCU to the NFL, how he helped revolutionize the screen pass as a 6'8" receiver, and why it took so long to make the Hall. There are laughs, nicknames, and even a hands comparison between Peanut and Harold as they revisit the legacy of a receiver who defined consistency and longevity. A warm, insightful look at an NFL icon whose second act has been just as meaningful as his playing days. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Week 3 of the season, and the NFL's very own "Game Preview Guy" is here to set the stage for the full slate of matchups! He gives you the storylines to look out for in each of the 16 games... ATL @ GB (00:13) CIN @ PIT (07:19) LAC @ BUF (14:32) NE @ JAX (22:30) NYJ @ DET (29:00) TEN @ NYG (38:12) ARI @ SF (43:40) BAL @ DAL (49:33) CAR @ CLE (56:13) HOU @ IND (1:03:18) KC @ MIA (1:09:46) MIN @ TB (1:15:39) LV @ NO (1:22:09) SEA @ WAS (1:28:43) LAR @ DEN (1:35:04) PHI @ CHI (1:41:36) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Hall of Famer Rod Woodson joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a conversation packed with football history, personal evolution, and the mindset that made him one of the greatest defensive backs ever. Woodson reflects on his journey from safety to corner, the coaches who shaped him, and the humility he carries even as a member of the NFL’s All‑Time 100 team and 75th Anniversary team. He shares stories from Pittsburgh and Baltimore — playing for Chuck Noll and Bill Cowher, learning to think about life after football, and joining the legendary Ravens defense. Woodson also opens up about his track career, his regret about not running in the Olympic trials, and how broadcasting lets him give fans a true backend perspective. The guys revisit memorable moments, including Woodson’s first game in Baltimore, Roman’s memory of Rod giving him his flowers, and Rod’s breakdown of the Peanut Punch. It’s a sharp, reflective look at longevity, versatility, and the second acts that follow a Hall of Fame career. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moving into Week 2 of the season, the NFL's very own "Game Preview Guy" is here to set the stage for the full slate of matchups! He gives you the storylines to look out for in each of the 16 games... DET @ BUF (00:00) CAR @ ATL (06:45) CIN @ HOU (11:25) CLE @ TB (18:07) MIN @ CHI (25:15) NO @ BAL (31:52) PHI @ TEN (38:42) PIT @ NE (44:42) WAS @ DAL (52:30) LV @ LAC (58:25) JAX @ DEN (1:04:50) MIA @ SF (1:11:34) IND @ KC (1:19:28) NYG @ LAR (1:27:06) SEA @ ARI (1:33:39) GB @ NYJ (1:41:02) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with JC Tretter for a wide‑ranging conversation about football, leadership, and the second act that led him to become Executive Director of the NFLPA. Tretter reflects on his unlikely path — getting recruited to Cornell off basketball tape, breaking his rookie year, earning his welcome‑to‑the‑league moments blocking Julius Peppers and Clay Matthews, and finding his footing in Green Bay before experiencing the extremes of going from Packers playoff runs to Cleveland’s 0–16 season. He shares stories from his time in both cities, and retiring on his own terms after becoming NFLPA president in his seventh season. Tretter breaks down why players need to think about life after football early, how he found his passion for labor relations in college, and how he approaches leading the union today — from player trust to mental health, grass vs. turf, team report cards, and the conversations around a 17th game. A smart, grounded look at leadership, advocacy, and life after football. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former Patriots wide receiver Deion Branch joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper to discuss what it was like to catch passes from Tom Brady and how he became one of only eight wide receivers to win the Super Bowl MVP. Deion breaks down why he was so successful in big games and shares his tips for staying focused when you’re underperforming. Then he explains why he decided to pursue coaching after football and how he ended up as the wide receivers coach at the University of Louisville. Deion discusses the impact of NIL and the transfer portal on the college game and explains how developing a personal relationship with his players helps them on the field and keeps them committed to Louisville. He closes the interview with a deeply personal Mount Rushmore. In this episode, Deion takes you behind the scenes into the logistics of winning Super Bowl MVP and coaching a NCAA football team. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football is BACK, and the NFL's very own "Game Preview Guy" is here to set the stage for Week 1's full slate of matchups! He gives you the storylines to look out for in each of the 16 games... NE @ SEA (00:38) SF @ LAR in Australia (08:15) BUF @ HOU (14:43) NYJ @ TEN (21:18) GB @ MIN (26:34) MIA @ LV (33:20) ARI @ LAC (39:36) ATL @ PIT (45:53) BAL @ IND (52:35) CHI @ CAR (58:20) CLE @ JAX (1:05:13) NO @ DET (1:10:32) TB @ CIN (1:15:48) WAS @ PHI (1:21:36) DAL @ NYG (1:26:48) DEN @ KC (1:32:26) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with Efe Obada for an honest, powerful conversation about one of the NFL’s most unlikely journeys. Efe shares how he went from working in a London warehouse to the Cowboys, the International Player Pathway program, and ultimately a 10‑year NFL career. Obada talks about discovering his self‑worth, falling in love with the physicality and brotherhood of the game, and how football saved his life. The conversation closes with Obada asking Peanut and Roman for advice on identity, relationships, trust, and money — a thoughtful look at life during and after football from a player who built his path the hard way. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Fouts joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper for a wide‑ranging, story‑packed conversation that spans five decades of football, family, broadcasting, and unexpected second acts. Dan reflects on still calling Chargers preseason games, his admiration for Justin Herbert, and how today’s protections would’ve added years to his own career. The guys dig into the evolution of the quarterback position, Fouts’ love for watching Drew Brees, and the full‑circle moment of giving Brees his Hall of Fame door knock. Dan shares vivid childhood memories of being a 49ers ball boy, working alongside his father Bob Fouts, meeting legends, and even getting yelled at by Dick Butkus on the sideline as a kid. The conversation closes with Fouts giving the show its flowers and revealing his cameo in The Waterboy — a perfect second‑act twist for a quarterback who’s lived multiple football lives. It’s storytelling, history, humor, and legacy all in one — a masterclass from one of the game’s most respected voices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There may not be a division featuring more young star power than the AFC South. The Jaguars are looking to build on a division title, while CJ Stroud and the Texans remain one of the AFC's biggest threats after another playoff appearance. Game Preview Guy explores whether Indianapolis can take the next step, how Tennessee plans to turn things around under new head coach Robert Saleh, and why the race for the South could once again come down to the wire. Tennessee Titans (01:03) Houston Texans (13:43) Indianapolis Colts (25:35) Jacksonville Jaguars (37:13) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL season is upon us, and the balance of power in the AFC East has shifted. After winning the division and reaching the Super Bowl, the Patriots enter the season with sky-high expectations. We examine whether Buffalo can reclaim the crown, what's next for a Dolphins team searching for consistency, and whether the Jets can finally emerge from the cellar in a division that suddenly runs through New England. Miami Dolphins (01:00) Buffalo Bills (13:23) New England Patriots (27:00) New York Jets (41:11) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bo Nix and the Broncos have gone from up-and-coming contender to division favorite after capturing the AFC West and making a deep playoff run. Can they stay on top, or can Justin Herbert and the Chargers close the gap? Game Preview Guy breaks down what's next for a Chiefs team looking to rebound from a rare playoff miss, whether the Raiders can take a step forward under new head coach Klint Kubiak, and the biggest storylines shaping one of the league's most fascinating divisions. Las Vegas Raiders (01:00) Denver Broncos (13:41) Kansas City Chiefs (26:46) Los Angeles Chargers (37:43) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.