Life and Football

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast, our special guest is Christian Jones. Jones is currently a receiver for Florida A&M University Football Rattlers. Jones played his high school football at Jesuit HS, located in Tampa, Florida. As a college athlete, Jones wants others to know that he is dedicated to developing a community that educates the importance of vision and performance. Jones believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, We grow when we face challenges! In this episode, Jones talks about his family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended high school. Jones gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Jones understands Football is a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication, and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast, our special guest is Lawrence Rolle. Coach Lawrence Rolle is currently a sports and fitness instructor, Sports Performance Specialist, and CEO of Sparke Performance. Coach Lawrence was born and raised in New York and played college football for Buffalo University New York. Coach Lawrence has an amazing story, and his life and football journey will help others. Coach Rolle is a former collegiate and NFL trained athlete who has over 20 years of playing and coaching experience. He decided to step away from coaching the X’s and O’s to focus on the movement & mechanics of all athletes and youth to pros. Coach Rolle is a certified physical education teacher in addition to being a sports performance coach. Coach Rolle is committed to providing the best workout environment with high intensity and attention to detail that will push athletes to be the best version of themselves. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast, our special guest is Fred Hicks. Fred Hicks is the current Head Football Coach for Pasco Pirates Football. The Pirates have named Armwood defensive coordinator Fred Hicks as the school’s next head coach. Hicks succeeds Alphonso Freeney, who accepted a head football coaching job at Saks High School in Alabama. The former Hawks’ defensive coordinator led a defense that allowed just 12.2 points per game through 10 contests. Armwood went 6-4 this past season and just missed out on qualifying for the Class 3M state playoffs in 2022. Coach Hicks believes that we don’t grow when things are easy. We grow when we face challenges!” In this episode, Coach Hicks talks about his family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended high school. Coach Hicks gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Hicks understands Football is a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication, and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Chris Griffin. Chris Griffin is currently the Offensive Coordinator at Victory Christian Academy and the Victory Christian Varsity Girls Head Basketball Coach. Currently as the Offensive Coordinator/QBs Coach at Victory Christian Academy in Lakeland, FL. 8 of 9 Region 2 Class 2A Regional Champions. 2019 State Finalist. Coach Griffin believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Griffin talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended Highschool. Coach Griffin gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Griffin understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Bruce McCaleb. Bruce McCaleb is currently a Math teacher. Father. U of Memphis, Delta State Alum. Former athlete of the CFL/AFL. Head Football Coach at Brandon High School. Coach McCaleb believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Bruce McCaleb talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in California, where he attended Highschool. Coach Bruce McCaleb gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Bruce McCaleb understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Coach Ant Mack. Mack is the CEO and Founder Of Oneway 7on7 Football a program that is dedicated to developing a community that educates the importance of vision and performance. Coach Ant Mack believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Ant Mack talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended Highschool. Coach Ant Mack gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Ant Mack understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Mr. Marcus Flo. Marcus is the CEO of Mr. Flo Fit. Flo Fit is a program that is dedicated to developing a community that educates the importance of vision and performance. Flo Fit believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Flo Fit talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended Highschool. Flo Fit gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Flo Fit understands Fitness is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest, brings forth many lessons about the importance of⁶ perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Coach Freeman. Coach Freeman is currently the Defensive Coordinator at George Jenkins Highschool in Florida. Coach Freeman is dedicated to developing a community that educates the importance of vision and performance. Coach Freeman believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges! In this episode Coach Freeman talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended Highschool. Coach Freeman gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Freeman understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Evan Davis. Evan Davis is the head football coach at Armwood High School. Davis, who is an Armwood alum, has spent several seasons as the Hawks offensive coordinator before being named the Head Football Coach. Davis takes over for Sean Callahan, who resigned from coaching after 27 years leading the Hawks. He went to Armwood High from 1999-2000 to 2003-04 and was the backup to quarterback Jameel Williams on the 2003 state championship team. He earned an academic scholarship to USF and graduated in three years. He joined the Armwood staff in 2005 as a junior varsity coach and became a varsity assistant the next year. Aside from 2004, Davis has been a part of the Armwood program since his freshman year. His wife, Ashley, is a 2007 graduate of Armwood. Ashley is pregnant with the couple's first child, which is due any day. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

Georgia Tech Errin Joe is the Yellow Jackets’ general manager. Joe returned to The Flats after spending the 2022 season as assistant director of player personnel at Alabama, where he helped the Crimson Tide recruit the nation’s No. 1-ranked incoming class. During his time at Alabama, he was named one of college football’s rising stars in personnel and recruiting staffers by On3. Prior to his 10-month stint at Alabama, Joe was hired as director of recruiting at UConn. He served in the role for two months before joining the Crimson Tide. From 2018-21, Joe was a member of Georgia Tech’s football staff. He came back to Tech in 2018 as a graduate assistant, working with the Yellow Jackets’ offensive line. He held that role for three seasons before moving into recruiting as Tech’s associate director of player personnel in 2021. As a student-athlete, Joe started 16 games over his final two seasons at Georgia Tech (2014-15). He started the final seven games of the 2014 campaign at right tackle, helping anchor an offensive front that led the nation in rushing with a school record 342.1 yards per game and allowed just 0.79 sacks per game, good for second nationally. He returned to The Flats after spending the 2017 season as quality-control assistant at Florida International University. Following the end of his playing career, he spent the 2016-17 academic year as an English teacher at his high school alma mater, Lake Gibson H.S. in Lakeland, Fla. Joe needed just three-and-a-half years to earn a bachelor’s degree in literature, media and communication from Georgia Tech, graduating in December 2014, and studied economics while completing his final season of athletic eligibility in 2015. He earned master’s degree in building construction and facility management from Georgia Tech in 2020. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

in this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Kamari Young. Kamari Young is currently a Tight End at FAMU. The local star from Godby High School was one of the marquee signees in the class of 2019. As a freshman, he single-handedly changed the outlook of the tight ends. Young finished the year with 15 receptions, 191 yards and a touchdown. His lone trip to the end zone was the game-winning play for the Rattlers in a 42-38 victory at South Carolina State. He came through in the clutch with a 15-yard catch with 1:08 left on the clock. In 2021, he's shown a new element to his game with his route-running ability and deceptive speed. All of his touchdowns have been for double figures in yardage. The distance of the other scoring plays was 15 (Fort Valley State), 49 (Alabama State) and 34 (South Carolina State). While at Godby, Young was one of the best athletes in the city. During Friday nights in the fall, he posted big numbers on a weekly basis.In the spring, he translated his strength to track & field. Young was the 2019 district and region champion in the shotput. He later earned First-Team All-Big Bend accolades in the event. His gifts on the football field caught the attention of several schools in Florida and other states. Young is also part of a huge contingency of players from the Big Bend at FAMU. He expresses a joyous feeling knowing he's part of the cultural revitalization of the Rattlers on a local and national stage. Young's athleticism makes it hard for linebackers to keep pace. His wide 6-foot, 3-inch 240-pound frame often towers over nickelbacks and safeties charged with guarding him. Youngs vast improvement plays a key role in the success of FAMU’s passing game. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our speical guest is David Manigo. David Manigo is currently a receiver for the FAMU Rattlers. Manigo is a veteran receiver who has been in the starting lineup for the Ratters for years. This was a great interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of David Manigo. This year Manigo will be a force to opposing cornerbacks and safeties who are eyewitnesses to a rising star equipped with an abundance of knowledge. The 6'3" wide receiver from Towers High School in Decatur, Georgia came to FAMU last year with enormous potential. However, those skills needed pruning around the edges to display the beauty of his skills. Manigo's canyon-sized progression is the combination of hard work, confidence and having a teachable spirit. Manigo's vast improvement plays a key role in the success of FAMU's passing game. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

The 2023 Football Season is here. Sanders left JSU as the 2022 Deacon Jones Award winner. The youngest son of Coach Prime threw for 70 TDs over the past two years, earning a SWAC championship with the Tigers. The Jackson State transfer is part of an eclectic roster of college football players at the Colorado Buffaloes. Don't sleep on the playmaking ability of Shedeur Sanders. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Daveion Harley. Daveion Harley is currently a Offensive Lineman for Jacksonville State University Football in Alabama. Harley played at Gadsden County High School in located in North Florida, located in the Quincy and Havana Florida area. In HighSchool Harley was rated a three-star prospect, a first-team all-state and a first-team All-Big Bend selection for the Jaguars after grading out over 90 percent, invited to participate in the NUC All-American Game in 2022, he also had interest from several programs, including Florida Atlantic, Maryland, South Florida, Wake Forest, Coastal Carolina and Troy. This was a great interview with great insight into the early Life and Football Journey of Daveion Harley. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Terrell Jennings. Terrell Jennings is currently a Running Back for the FAMU Rattlers. The former star from Mandarin High School in Jacksonville has been shining bright since arriving on the campus of Florida A&M University. Jennings is a powerful running back with quick feet by applying these intangibles with his ability to powerfully run behind his pads and elusively dodge would-be tacklers, he'll eventually work his way into the conversation as one of the top backs in the SWAC. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Terrell Jennings. Jennings knows it is important to show confidence in yourself, be the first in line for reps and give 100% every rep. Finish through drills and be polite to coaches, meaning ‘yes coach’ and ‘no coach. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

We can easily say that football training camp is one of the most difficult challenges we've ever faced in life. The toll it can take on the mind and body is severe. After the first week, the body is so bruised and sore that it's nearly impossible to identify a muscle group that is unscathed. In camp it is important to show confidence in yourself, be the first in line for reps and give 100% every rep. Finish through drills and be polite to coaches, meaning 'yes coach' and 'no coach. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Gentle Hunt. Gentle Hunt is a Defensive Lineman for Florida A&M University Football Team. What a perfect last name for a Defensive Football Player. Gentle Hunt takes his role on the Dark Cloud Defense very seriously. Gentle Hunt – FAMU DT- Defensive Lineman 6'0 290 lbs (92) – There is nothing Gentle about this big boy. The stout run stuffer finished the season with 38 tackles and 5 tackles for loss. , he must be the aggressor in the contact. Hunt has great anticipation and vision in which he times the snap of the ball just right, so that he can get off the ball with explosive power right away. Hunt has Strength at point of attack, Quickness, and a good Power rush. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Tyrone McGriff Jr. Tyrone McGriff is currently the Head Football Coach for Leon High School. McGriff is a Tallahassee native who was a standout player at Florida High before playing for the Florida A&M Rattlers as a four-year starter on defense from 2004 to 2007. Most recently, McGriff served as Florida High's athletic director and the director of programs and community at Florida State University Schools. Before that, McGriff served as the Florida High Head Track and Field and Cross Country coach from 2011 to 2017. He was also the assistant coach and Florida High Defensive Run Coordinator from 2008 to 2016. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast we talk about how Coach Prime Deion Sanders could have potentially the best Defensive Back field this 2023 Football Season. Colin Moore and Michael Figgers are former football players who have become mentors and motivational speakers promoting positivity in Life and Football. We want players to understand how sacrifice, hard work, and perseverance can add value to their lives. We utilize a unique and charismatic way of communicating this values to inspire any audience. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Jamari Gassett. Jamari Gassett is currently a receiver for Florida A&M University Football. Jamari transferred in to FAMU from the University of Buffalo. While playing at Tampa Bay Tech High School: He was a Wide receiver who, as a senior, ranked third in the state of Florida in receiving yards with 1,066, averaged 23.7 yards on 45 catches and had nine touchdowns on the season, totaled 1,735 all-purpose yards, scored four return touchdowns on the season as a return specialist. Freshman (2021 at Buffalo): Appeared in all 12 games and made eight starts ranked third on the team in receiving. Sophomore (2022 at Buffalo): Appeared starting in 10 games and ranked third on the team in receiving. . The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast Mike and Colin discuss the great potential of Cormani McClain. Coming out of Polk County Florida where he played at Lakeland Gibson Highschool and Lakeland Highschool the Top CB Cormani McClain signed with Colorado on National Signing Day 2023, ending whirlwind recruitment. Five-star cornerback Cormani McClain officially signed his National Letter of Intent during National Signing Day 2023, capping off a dramatic recruitment that ends with first-year at Colorado coach Deion Sanders. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is DeMario Jones. DeMario Jones is currently the Head Football Coach for Godby Highschool Football. Before Godby he most recently came from Turner County, Georgia where he was an assistant coach. Before Turner County, Jones played football for Raines High School and coached at Valdosta State in 2012, then was also an assistant for Valdosta High School from 2013 to 2020. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Jones. He believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Jones talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended Highschool. Jones gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Jones also understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Tristen Sion. Tristen Sion is currently a Defensive Back at Jackson State University. Tristen played his Highschool Football in Tallahassee, Florida at Rickards Highschool. Fun fact his mother went to Southern University. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com #lifeandfootball #collegefootball #football #lifeandfootballpodcast #podcast #GuardTheeYard Head

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Omari Jackson. Omari Jackson is the CEO of Vision Investors Pro. Omari Jackson Vision Investors Pro is a mentor program that is dedicated to developing a community that educates the importance of vision and performance. Coach Jackson believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Jackson talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Florida, where he attended Highschool. Coach Jackson gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Jackson understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Terrence Hicks. Terrence Hicks is currently the Head Football Coach for Plant City Highschool in Florida. Hicks is a former defensive back at Wharton High School in Tampa, Hicks played football at Southeastern University and joined the Raiders’ coaching staff in 2022 following stops as defensive coordinator at Alonso High School and Wharton. This is a great interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Coach Hicks. For the Raiders, Hicks will be the program’s third head coach over the last three season. Plant City principal Susan Sullivan said. “He’s been the one on campus all season, working with our boys and making sure that they’re doing what they need to do at school academically, that they’re in class, they’re on time, they’re working hard, he’s been the one that’s handled a lot of the communication. He’s just done a really good job and the kids really respect him so we felt like it was a natural next step to move ahead with him at the head coach position.” The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast we talk about Ken Riley getting into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Kenneth Riley was a cornerback in the NFL and Quarterback for FAMU. Before his professional career, Riley played quarterback for Florida A&M University. Under coach Jake Gaither, Riley led the Rattlers to a 23-7 record and three Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference titles.[4] In addition to being a skilled athlete, Riley also excelled academically. He earned his team's scholastic award and a Rhodes Scholar candidacy. In 1982, Riley was enshrined in Florida A&M's Athletic Hall of Fame. He spent his entire career with the Cincinnati Bengals, first in the American Football League (AFL) in 1969 and then the National Football League (NFL) from 1970 through 1983. Riley recorded 65 interceptions in his career, which was the fourth most in NFL history at the time of his retirement behind three members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Dick Lane, Emlen Tunnell, and Paul Krause. But despite his accomplishments, he was never an exceptionally well known or popular player. Riley was never once selected to play in the AFL All-Star Game or the AFC-NFC Pro Bowl, but in 2023, after decades of waiting, was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Maurice Stovall. Maurice Stovall is a former wide receiver and tight end in the National Football League ( NFL). He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He played college football at Notre Dame. He has also been a member of the Detroit Lions and Jacksonville Jaguars. Stovall grew up in Philadelphia and went to Archbishop John Carroll High School. Following his high school career, he played in the 2002 U.S. Army All-American Bowl. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Mike Williams. Mike is currently the Head Football Coach Robinson High School in Tampa, Florida. Michael Williams is a former Wide Receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL). Williams played college football at USC, and received consensus All-American recognition. The Detroit Lions selected him in first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, and he also played for the Oakland Raiders, Tennessee Titans, and Seattle Seahawks of the NFL. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Ed Williams. Ed Williams former NFL Receiver. Williams He played college football at Fort Hays State. Williams was signed by the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2015. Williams also played at Alonso Highschool in Florida he Had 31 receptions for 456 yards and six touchdowns as a senior, earning honorable mention all-county honors and a spot in the Hillsborough County All-Star Game. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Ed Williams. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Kenny Kelly. Kenny Kelly a former Major League Baseball outfielder who played in the major leagues for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Cincinnati Reds, and Washington Nationals. He had also been a quarterback for the University of Miami football team. Kelly received a degree in finance from Alabama State University in 2010 and got a job with Merrill Lynch. Kelly also served as an assistant coach with Alabama State's baseball team while attending classes. In June 2018, Kelly made his debut as a professional jai alai player. At the same time, he was serving as a part-time assistant football coach at Florida International University. Kelly has worked as a color analyst for college football broadcasts. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this amazing episode of the life and football podcast we talk about great job FAMU has done recruiting this off season and the great team they are putting together. FAMU Head Football Coach Willie Simmons and FAMU Football Director of Recruiting Devin Rispress has been putting in work and making plenty of noise on the football recruiting trails across the country. The FAMU Football team has some of the best coaches and players in college football. This could be the year that FAMU Football be Crowned SWAC Champions, Celebration Bowl Champions, and Black College Football National Champions! This could also be there year that FAMU Football may have two players drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft. Not to mention former FAMU Player, Head Football Coach and AD Ken Riley will be going into the NFL Hall of FAME. We truly feel that this is the year of the Rattler, the FAMU Rattler. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Rashawn Yates. Rashawn Yates is currently a 2023 NFL Draft Prospect for the Defensive Line. Yates was a dominant Defensive player for the University of South Florida these past few years. He started in every game for the 2022 and 2021 Football Season. He has the size and speed to be a NFL Draft Pick. As An All AAC Conference Selection he definitely has the skills to succeed in any Professional Leak. TREASURE COAST HIGH SCHOOL: Named 2017 third-team Class 8A All-State by FloridaHSFootball.com...Offense-Defense All-American Bowl selection…as a junior, posted 66 tackles, 16 tackles for loss and 13 sacks on the way to second team all-state honors by FloridaHSFootball.com…also was an all-area pick as a junior and rated No. 3 on TCPalm’s Super 11 in May, 2017. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast Mike and Colin discuss two of their favorite College Football Quarterbacks for this 2023 Football Season. Shedeur Sanders Quarterback for Colorado and Jordan Travis Quarterback for Florida State. Shedeur Sanders quarterback who currently plays for the Colorado Buffaloes. He previously played at Jackson State. Sanders was named the Tigers' starting quarterback going into the 2021 fall season and passed for 3,231 yards with 30 touchdowns and eight interceptions. He completed 70.6% of his pass attempts for 3,732 yards with 40 touchdowns and six interceptions as a sophomore and was named the SWAC Offensive Player of the Year. Jordan Travis quarterback who plays college football for the Florida State Seminoles and previously played football for the Louisville Cardinals. For Florida State in 2022 Jordan had the PFF’s highest-graded FBS quarterback and highest-graded offensive player in ACC (91.7)…second-team All-ACC…started all 13 games…was 226-of-353 passing for 3,214 yards with 24 touchdowns and only five interceptions…added 417 yards and seven touchdowns on 82 rushing attempts and caught two-yard touchdown pass…accounted for 32 touchdowns, tied for FSU’s 3rd-highest single-season total…only player in FSU history with at least 20 touchdown passes and seven rushing touchdowns in a season. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Khalan Laborn. Khalan Laborn is currently preparing for the 2023 NFL Draft. Khalan Laborn is a former Running Back for Marshall and Florida State Football. Laborn played high school football at Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He was a five-star recruit in the 2017 college football recruiting class, rated as the No. 1 all-purpose back in the country by 247Sports and Rivals.com. Laborn enrolled at Florida State University in 2017 and redshirted that fall. He sustained a season-ending knee injury in the second game of the 2018 season. As a redshirt sophomore in 2019, he rushed for 297 yards on 63 carries. He also tallied 10 receptions for 66 yards. After leaving FSU he returned to Florida State to complete his degree without playing football. With college-football eligibility remaining, Laborn enrolled at Marshall in the fall of 2022. He has rushed for over 100 yards in every game during the 2022 season: 102 rushing yards against Norfolk State; 163 yards in Marshall's upset victory over No. 8 Notre Dame; 157 yards against Bowling Green; 113 yards against Troy; 191 yards against Gardner-Webb; 120 yards against Louisiana; and 150 yards against James Madison. Through games played on November 19, 2022, he ranked tenth nationally with 1,323 rushing yards. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast Mike and Colin discuss Coach Prime Deion Sanders. We also give our predictions for Coach Prime and the Colorado Football Team for the 2023 season. Coach Prime led thee Jackson State University Tigers Football Team to a 27−6 record during his three seasons at the helm. On December 3, 2022, Sanders was named the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes. What do you expect for Coach Prime and the Colorado Buffaloes Football Team for the 2023 Football season? The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Tony Gaskins. Tony A. Gaskins Jr. is a husband, father of two boys, author, celebrity life coach, and intercontinental speaker. His Website https://tonygaskins.com/ This was an amazing interview with great insight and perspective on the Life and Football Journey of Tony Gaskins. Tony built his brand from scratch. At 22, he became an author. At 23, he became a husband and father. At 25, he started his first company, Soul Writers LLC. At 25, he also got himself on globally televised shows to tell a portion of his story. Tony decided to turn his pain into purpose and live a life of service. Raised in the church and being the son of a pastor, there was something about service that stuck with Tony. He doesn’t believe in boxes. “Don’t put me in a box until I’m going in the ground,” he says. He covers a wide range of topics in the areas of life, love, and business. He’s written several books on those subjects with his latest work being Make It Work published by Howard Books and available everywhere books are sold. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

The happiness and excitement on proud parents face are priceless when you handle business in the classroom, the weight room, and field. When parents and other family members see themselves as active learners and achievers who accomplish goals through hard work and perseverance, kids also strive to be their best selves. For players, spring represents a time to refine techniques and show improvement on the field in hopes of securing a major role heading into the fall. Meanwhile, coaches are free to experiment with the roster and schemes while analyzing strengths and weaknesses on their rosters. Even though college football players are constantly training in the months leading up to kickoff in the fall, the spring is the most important stretch of the offseason. That is because it is a period that involves trial and error on the field in preparation for situations that will arise in the fall. While stress isn’t unique to athletes, the pressure to perform can be a heavy burden to carry. Stay Focused at all times because many athletes quit because their playing time is dramatically reduced which creates discouragement and eventually leads the player to quit. This is the time for all Student Athletes to Win on and Off the field from Colorado Football to Jackson State Football this is the time for all players to Shine. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is JAKE NORRIS. Jake talks how about how his company helps to make any College Athlete Brand development and grow their Name Image and Likeness (NIL). Jake is an entrepreneur at heart and has a passion for business and all things sports-related. In August 2021, Jake co-founded No Offseason Sports where he is able to bring his passions together to better the lives of high school and collegiate athletes. At No Offseason, he is responsible for overseeing business development efforts, representing athletes as a sports agent licensed in Florida, and maximizing their brand partnership opportunities. No Offseason Sports is a boutique sports marketing agency, focused on helping collegiate athletes maximize their personal brand and manage it like a business. They partner with our athletes on every step of their collegiate journey to maximize their potential on and off of the field. They help athletes manage the complexity of their brand to ensure they maximize all of the potential revenue channels for their name, image, and likeness (NIL). The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com jake.norris@nooffseasonfl.com All socials: @nooffseasonfl Nooffseasonfl.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest Donnie. Donnie is the CEO of the HD Media Company.Brand development company focused on growing brands through video production. The HD Company is Brand development company focused on growing brands through video production. Donnie has all of the following traits he is creative, passionate about creating stories or messages through film and video (along with editing film and video) and he has an eye for detail. Donnie also has excellent interpersonal and communication skills to succeed. Contact via Email: thehdcompanyy@gmail.com and Instagram @thehdcompany The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

For players, spring represents a time to refine techniques and show improvement on the field in hopes of securing a major role heading into the fall. Meanwhile, coaches are free to experiment with the roster and schemes while analyzing strengths and weaknesses on their rosters. Even though college football players are constantly training in the months leading up to kickoff in the fall, the spring is the most important stretch of the offseason. That is because it is a period that involves trial and error on the field in preparation for situations that will arise in the fall. While stress isn't unique to athletes, the pressure to perform can be a heavy burden to carry. Stay Focused at all times because many athletes quit because their playing time is dramatically reduced which creates discouragement and eventually leads the player to quit. This is the time for all Student Athletes to Win on and Off the field from Colorado Football to Jackson State Football this is the time for all players to Shine. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is De'Ante Fagg. De'Ante Fagg is a former Receiver for Florida A&M University Football and James A Shanks HighSchool Football. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Fagg. He believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode D talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Quincy Florida, where he attended Highschool. D gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. D also understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Ron Vickers. Ron Vickers is a former Receiver for Florida A&M University Football and James A Shanks HighSchool Football. Ron Vickers is currently the FAMU Football Team Chapel and he is a Pastor. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Pastor Vickers. He believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Ron Vickers talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Quincy Florida, where he attended Highschool. Pastor Vickers gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Vickers also understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

The Life and Football Team had an amazing time at a Georgia Highschool Football game this past year. As one of the only non-continuous motion sports with a time limit, football can get dramatic fast. You'll get to experience nail-biting moments, like when your favorite team's quarterback is leading their team down the field with seconds left to play. We here at Life and Football understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Charlie Ward. Charlie Ward is currently the Head Basketball Coach at FSUS Highschool. Charlie Charlie Ward, Jr. is a husband, father, mentor and coach who embodies the principles of integrity, hard work and faith in God. He is so grateful to serve as head basketball coach of Florida State University Schools, the reigning Florida High School Three A Basketball State Champions. Charlie inspires adults and youth alike with his character and how he shows up in the world. Described as a once-in-a-lifetime athlete and human being, Charlie’s commitment to serve others is deeply respected in the sports community and far beyond. His calm demeanor and powerful leadership message of preparation, perseverance and patience set strong examples for business leaders, organizations, students and families. He continues to be highly sought after for his motivating and inspiring “Chalk Talk” keynote addresses and workshops, which he has presented around the world to teams, churches, organizations, conferences and businesses. Listed among the most outstanding college athletes in modern history, Charlie, a two-sport athlete, was a stellar quarterback in football and an equally impressive point guard in basketball at Florida State University (FSU). During his senior year, he won over 30 awards, including the Heisman Trophy, and set 19 school and seven Atlantic Coast Conference records, subsequently leading the FSU Seminoles to their first-ever National Championship under legendary Coach Bobby Bowden. After graduating from FSU with a Bachelor of Arts degree, Charlie was drafted twice by Major League Baseball and was a first-round draft pick of the New York Knicks. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube! Lifeandfootball.com

Let go of what did or didn't happen in the year of 2022, Come up with a plan to attack all your goals in 2023. Best wishes for a joyous 2023 filled with love, happiness and prosperity! Happy holidays to all! In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast Michael Figgers and Colin Moore give advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube! Lifeandfootball.com

Best wishes for a joyous Christmas filled with love, happiness and prosperity! Happy holidays and Merry Christmas to all! In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast Michael Figgers and Colin Moore give advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Donny Young. Donny Young is a former Linebacker for Troy University Football and James A Shanks HighSchool Football. Donny Young is currently an assistant Football Coach for Robert Monroe Highschool located in Quincy Florida. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Coach Young. Coach Young believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Young talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Quincy Florida, where he attended Highschool. Coach Young gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Young understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is Carlos Rolle Sr. Carlos Rolle is a former Defensive Lineman for FAMU Football and Rickards Highschool Football. Carlos Rolle Sr. is currently an assistant Football Coach for Rickards Highschool located in Tallahassee Florida. This was an amazing interview with great insight into the Life and Football Journey of Coach Rolle. Coach Rolle believes that we don’t grow when things are easy, we grow when we face challenges!” In this episode Coach Rolle talks about his Family and his childhood growing up in Tallahassee Florida, where he attended Highschool. Coach Rolle gives great advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Coach Rolle understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!! Lifeandfootball.com

In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast our special guest is James Coleman. James Coleman is a former Full Back for Florida State University. James played his Highschool Football for Florida State University School. Growing up on the south side of Tallahassee, Coleman witnessed a lot of negativity. However, Coleman chose a different path for his life. His goal is to be an example and steer youths from harmful activities. Coleman's life after FSU has been full of milestones in athletics, business and media. Coleman played at Florida High from 1998-01. From there, he traded one Seminoles jersey for another and suited up for Bobby Bowden at FSU. Coleman's charity extened beyond school supplies as he provided free meals, and free FSU Football tickets for the youth. James understands Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube!!

Happy Thanksgiving In this episode of the Life and Football Podcast Michael Figgers and Colin Moore give advice and encouragement for a better tomorrow. Football is, a game that brutally tests the minds and bodies of even its strongest players, brings forth many lessons about the importance of perseverance, dedication and hard work. The Life and Football Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, Pocketcasts, Radio Public, Stitcher, Player FM, & YouTube! Lifeandfootball.com