On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut is solo for this interview with 3-time Super Bowl champ Devin McCourty. The former New England Patriots safety talks to Peanut about not just playing for Bill Belichick but having fun fooling Bill with his twin brother Jason. He also shares the inside stories of Tom Brady’s trash talk during their practice battles, and what it feels like to get “Mossed” by Randy. And Devin explains why out of his three Super Bowl rings – the one from Super B...
Nov 29, 2023•52 min
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Super Bowl champion David Tyree joins Peanut and Roman. David recounts the “The Helmet Catch” in Super Bowl XLII 15 years later, and what he would say to Rodney Harrison about it now. That game was the last of David’s career, but he shares why he wouldn’t trade that moment for a longer time in the NFL. David gets personal about how his arrest for drug-dealing changed his life and sparked his spiritual awakening. He also talks about homeschooling hi...
Nov 22, 2023•32 min
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman welcome one of Roman’s former Saints teammates - and fellow Saints Hall of Famer - receiver Marques Colston to the show. They start out clearing the air over an incident between Peanut and Marques during a game in the 2015 season. It’s the first time they’ve seen each other since then, and they hash it out on the podcast. Roman and Marques reminisce about their days playing together, and the thrill of winning Super Bowl 44. Marques...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Former All-Pro cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha taps in with Peanut and Roman on the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. The guys welcome Nnamdi by saying his last name correctly, not like former Commissioner Paul Tagliabue on Draft day, as Nnamdi explains. Nnamdi reflects on his excitement entering the NFL turn to dread after owner Al Davis made him change positions. Nnamdi also shares how he learned the NFL ropes from Hall of Famers Charles and Rod Woodson. He also explains how his growth as a ...
Nov 08, 2023•57 min
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former offensive tackle, and renaissance man Ephraim Salaam joins Peanut and Roman. Ephraim takes you on his journey from his days as a hoop star at San Diego St. University, to 13-year NFL veteran, to Hollywood writer and producer. He’s currently a staff writer on the hit Peacock show “Bel-Air” and Ephraim shares how his unusual path to that job started with something his wife gifted him. He also talks about how the topsy-turvy life in the NFL was...
Nov 01, 2023•58 min
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former defensive end Carl Nassib joins hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. Just a year into his retirement from the NFL, Carl is now the CEO and Founder of the volunteer partnering app Rayze. He shares with Roman and Peanut how the idea for the app came after a trip to a youth detention center in Tampa, and how he brought it to fruition despite no previous experience in the tech space. Carl also goes back in time to talk about how he went from a...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts episode, legendary return man Dante Hall a.k.a. “The X Factor,” a.k.a. “The Human Joystick,” a.k.a. “The Human Torch” joins Peanut and Roman. Dante electrified crowds as one of the NFL’s best returners, and he shares how that wasn’t the plan when he entered the NFL. He also takes us inside what it’s like to be in a zone as a returner, like he was in 2003 when he returned four kicks in consecutive weeks. Dante has stayed close with the Kansas City Chiefs org...
Oct 18, 2023•57 min
In this episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, hosts Peanut and Roman talk with cornerback turned analyst, Jason McCourty. Jason shares what it was like growing up with a twin, winning the Super Bowl alongside his brother Devin, his transition from football to broadcast, and the importance of his family. He also hints at some future twin shenanigans. In fact, we aren’t even sure we were talking to Jason. Time codes: 3:04 - Jason talks about competing with his brother 5:06 - Jason share...
Oct 11, 2023•52 min
In the latest episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, hosts Peanut and Roman sit down with Shawne Merriman, the 2005 Defensive Rookie of the Year. Shawne shares stories from his NFL days, including a memorable rookie dinner that left him with a $32,000 bill. He also talks about the injuries that eventually led to his retirement and how he found a new passion in MMA and started his own company called Lights Out Xtreme Fighting. And in a fun twist, Peanut challenges Roman to a fight, and ...
Oct 04, 2023•50 min
Bucky Brooks: Playing for Hall of Fame coaches, being the anti-hot taker, coaching with purpose On the latest episode of the NFL Players: NFL Media’s Bucky Brooks a.k.a. “Team No Sleep Captain,” a.k.a. “Man of Many Jobs” joins Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper. Bucky talks about his many jobs, and how writing is the foundation of the success he’s achieved in his post-NFL career. In an era of hot takes, Bucky explains why he’s intentional about being the anti-hot taker. Bucky takes us through why h...
Sep 27, 2023•37 min
On the latest episode of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by former Tampa Bay Buccaneers guard Ali Marpet. At 28 years old Ali shocked the NFL world when he announced his retirement. He was a year removed from winning a Super Bowl ring, he had just made his first Pro Bowl, and he was three years into a contract extension that was set to pay him $55 million. Yet, Ali was clear-eyed when decided to walk away. In a penetrating conversation, Ali tells Peanut and Roma...
Sep 20, 2023•58 min
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts episode with Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper, 11-year NFL receiver Nate Burleson blazes the Second Acts podcast mic. Since leaving the game, Nate has charted a unique path as a broadcaster that led him to his current role as a co-host on the CBS Mornings program. Nate’s journey to that position was no accident, as he describes during an introspective conversation. Nate started honing his craft for his second act in TV during his rookie year with the Minneso...
Sep 13, 2023•56 min
Hosts Peanut Tillman and Roman Harper are back with the Season 2 premiere of the NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. They’re joined by former Jets franchise quarterback and current FOX Sports broadcaster Mark Sanchez. In a wide-ranging interview, Mark reminisces on his time in the Hard Knocks spotlight with the Jets, how he’s navigated the spotlight since he’s been in high school, and how the Men’s Wearhouse saved his White House state dinner experience. This is just the beginning of what’s to com...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Host Eric Allen is joined in studio by Jets defensive end Carl Lawson. The two talk about how he has been able to come back from multiple injuries in his football career (1:23), Lawson's assessment of his play last season (4:48) and what Lawson's mother has meant to him on and off the field (8:16). They discuss what makes Lawson such a dominant pass rusher (12:00), what he thinks is next for him (15:25) and they go over the teams defensive end group (16:50). Lastly, they chat about his mindset w...
Jul 11, 2023•33 min
Host Eric Allen is joined in studio by Jets Defensive Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich. The two talk about the strides the defensive unit made in 2022 (1:15), the next steps they can make as a group (5:30) and what is in store for All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner (8:20). They discuss the benefits the Jets have with the strength in numbers on the pass rush (14:45), specifically what Ulbrich has seen in Carl Lawson in his preparation for the season (18:30) and the linebacker group led by captain C.J. Mosl...
Jun 27, 2023•36 min
EP #30: Peanut calls this episode’s guest “The Key to the City” and “The Godmother of NFL Players.” Her name is Tracy Perlman. She’s the NFL’s SVP of Player Operations, and she is the gatekeeper for all things regarding the well-being of players. Tracy has spent her entire 31-year career with the NFL. For the last six she has fostered a community amongst current and former players, and her department’s mantra of support and service to players is now the ethos of the entire organization. And it a...
Jun 08, 2023•26 min
Watch Second Acts on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ikkR2Q Follow Roman Harper on Instagram: @Harp_41 Follow Peanut Tillman on Instagram: @peanuttillman Ep #29: It’s a first on the NFL Players: Second Acts pod - a duo! The brothers’ Holt: Rams legend Torry Holt and his brother Terrence, who was also a six-year NFL veteran, join Peanut and Roman on the pod. It’s fitting that they’re on together since they've remained attached at the hip for much of their lives. They played at the same college - North C...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Watch Second Acts on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ikkR2Q Follow Roman Harper on Instagram: @Harp_41 Follow Peanut Tillman on Instagram: @peanuttillman EP #28: The gentle giant D’Brickashaw Ferguson sits down with Peanut and Roman on the latest episode of the NFL Players Second Acts pod. D’Brick lived up to expectations as the No. 3 overall pick in the 2006 draft. He anchored the Jets offensive line during his 10-year career, started every game, and missed only one snap (there’s quite the story behin...
May 25, 2023•36 min
EP #27: Peanut and Roman are back! This time they’re joined by Hall of Fame safety LeRoy Butler. LeRoy starts off reminiscing on his “Welcome to the NFL” moment taking us back to 1990, his rookie year. In this episode, the Hall of Famer walks us through his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a Super Bowl champion, to joining football immortality in Canton. LeRoy gives us an inside look on the anxiety brought on by the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection process. The conversation turn...
May 18, 2023•58 min
EP #26: Fred Taylor, one of the toughest running backs to ever play in the NFL, joins Peanut and Roman on the pod. They’ve competed against each other and on the pod they share stories of how they all succeeded in the league with their brains as much as their brawn. Fred may not be in the Hall of Fame now, but he’s got a compelling case and he shares it here. But he’s also more than a football player. Fred shares his journey in and out of the game, and how becoming a #girldad is what unlocked hi...
May 11, 2023•1 hr 8 min
EP #25: Peanut and Roman are joined this week by Hall of Fame wide receiver, Calvin Johnson. Calvin starts by revealing his “Welcome To The NFL” moment, and his first impressions of Detroit when he first arrived after he was drafted 2nd overall in 2007 (02:54). Peanut and Calvin then go on to reminisce about all the great battles they had against one another for so many years as NFC North divisional foes (03:42). They also give us the inside story of the controversial no touchdown call that has ...
May 04, 2023•26 min
Ep. #24 This week, Peanut and Roman are joined by Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson. They start things off talking about Pederson's history with two iconic franchises; the Eagles and Packers (02:10). Pederson talks about being a football lifer and coaching being a natural progression (06:45). He also names the coaches who've shaped who he is today (12:30). Finally, Pederson talks about his transition to Jacksonville and how he approached changing the culture in the Jaguars locker roo...
Apr 13, 2023•57 min
Ep. #23: This week, Peanut and Roman are joined by Minnesota Vikings Head Coach, Kevin O’Connell. Kevin starts off by discussing what it was like celebrating a Super Bowl win with the Rams while simultaneously doing all the preparation to become a head coach and how he wasn’t able to soak it all in. He also talks about how advantageous it has been to have worked with so many great coaches throughout his time in the NFL as both a player and coach and which individual he credits the most for his e...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Ep. #22: This week, Peanut and Roman are joined by Washington Commanders Head Coach, Ron Rivera. He talks about how important it is for him to build bonds with his players and Peanut and Roman recount their years together playing for Rivera and how much it meant to them. Ron also discusses the life lessons he picked up from his father and how so many of them have impacted his life and career. Roman and Peanut always talk about how much respect they have for Coach and Roman recalls receiving a th...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Ep. #21: This week, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion, Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, and Thursday Night Football analyst, Andrew Whitworth. Peanut and Roman start off by giving Andrew his flowers by sharing his long list of accolades he’s collected throughout his career. Andrew shares what the transition was like going from playing to the broadcast booth on Amazon Thursday Night Football and some of the challenges he faced in his first year. He also shares how he spent his ...
Mar 09, 2023•57 min
EP #20: Former Pro Bowl tight end Delanie Walker joins Peanut and Roman on location in Phoenix, ARI. Roman and Delanie start out sharing a story of how the rapper Future influenced the 2011 Saints vs 49ers playoff game they both played in. Delanie then shares how his love for muscle cars started in his childhood in Southern California, and how it’s turned into a passion that’s fueled his current journey to become a pro drag racer. And just like in the football field, Delanie took a hard hit on t...
Mar 02, 2023•36 min
Ep. #19: Peanut and Roman are joined this week by NFL Hall of Fame running back and Cowboys great, Tony Dorsett. The hosts start off by asking what it’s like to be a Hall of Famer and how often he wears his gold jacket. They also find out that it’s hard to keep your jacket pristine and what happens if it gets ruined. Tony also gives the guys an inside scoop into his illustrious 99-yd TD run and what it’s like holding a record that can only ever be tied. Dorsett is one of only 10 players to have ...
Feb 23, 2023•29 min
Ep. #18: As we continue to wrap up the Super Bowl LVII festivities, Peanut and Roman are joined by NFL Hall of Famer, Brian Dawkins. B-Dawk shares the origin story behind his nickname “Weapon X” and gives the guys an inside look into the playing mindset that made him so ferocious and feared on the football field. Brian also talks about coming up short in his quest for a Super Bowl as a player, sharing that even though he missed out on the ultimate goal, there is no love lost. The hosts are also ...
Feb 16, 2023•29 min
Ep. #17: Former NFL defensive backs Antoine Bethea and Darius Butler join Peanut and Roman as they continue to truck along at Radio Row. Antoine and Darius share some of their experiences in the league and what kept them connected even after their time as teammates came to an end. They talk about hosting The Man To Man Podcast together and how they enjoy sharing their expertise as former players and more specifically, defensive backs. The guys also make their picks for the Big Game, share their ...
Feb 11, 2023•36 min
Ep. #16: Former NFL WR turned media mogul Brandon Marshall joins Peanut and Roman to share old war stories and talk about how he’s all-in when it comes to his post-football business ventures. Brandon shares what it was like making his way as a young player struggling with his own mental health in addition to what he thinks was one of the Bears' biggest mistakes back in those days. He also reflects on how amazing it was to play with so many great players throughout the years, why it was so import...
Feb 11, 2023•41 min
