On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro linebacker Thomas Davis joins Peanut and Roman for a conversation filled with jokes and stories between these former Carolina Panthers teammates. Thomas shares how he went on to have a decorated NFL career as a linebacker even though that was not his drafted position. He and Peanut also share how they both paid their dues as special teams’ stars early in their careers. Thomas also reflects on how he overcame three torn ACL injuries to have a 16-year career. Later the guys give Thomas his flowers for not only helping them reach Super Bowl 50, but for playing in the game despite having a plate inserted into his broke arm just days prior. Thomas opens up about his transition into the media space and the business world as a restaurateur. And we find out who makes Thomas’s personal Mount Rushmore.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former All-Pro linebacker Luke Kuechly joins Peanut and Roman. Luke was one of the best all-around linebackers of his generation, and the guys tell stories about one thing his game lacked: elite trash talking. Luke then breaks down one of the best plays of his career in the NFL Championship Game that helped the Panthers reach Super Bowl 50. Most guests on the podcast have one “welcome to the NFL” moment. Luke has three and shares the hilarious stories behind each. He also delves into how is love for football led him to his second act as a youth football coach. And does Luke believe he’s a Hall of Famer? Tume in to his surprising answer. All that, and much more, on a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, broadcasting legend Todd Blackledge joins Peanut and Roman. Todd has built a legacy as one of the greatest college football analysts ever, and he starts the conversation talking about how it started with six words that’s become his life’s mantra: “Work will win when wishing won’t.” Before branching into the media, Todd talks about being part of the legendary 1983 NFL Draft QB class. We also learn a lesser-known fact about Todd; his honor of being in the Academic All-American Hall of Fame. Todd also shares the two questions he aims to answer for fans during every game he broadcasts. And how does he think Tom Brady will do as an analyst? Tune to find out! All that, and more, in a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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