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The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson

UNPACKIN' itwww.unpackinit.com
This is the UNPACKIN’ it Podcast, where we relate sports stories to life and faith. Our mission is to challenge, encourage, and inspire you to follow Jesus and become more like Him with sports conversations that truly matter. We also unpack sports, faith, and life with intriguing guests from the sports world. Bryce Johnson is the president of UNPACKIN' it Ministries and is the host. He welcomes rotating guest co-hosts. Shows are released most weeks on Tuesdays.

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Episodes

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 8

Bryce Johnson looks back at all of the Week 8 NFL action, and relates a quote from Mike Tomlin to the Bible with "UNPACK This." TOPICS: Indianapolis Colts have an elite defense Steelers and Ravens also in the mix Tennessee Titans struggles San Francisco 49ers are finished Dallas Cowboys with no future in 2020 Houston Texans, despite a good QB, are in trouble Patriots having a down year, but don’t dogpile on them Bears playing well, but Packers are Divisional favorites Chargers blowing a huge lea...

Nov 03, 202042 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 8 Preview

Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 7 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 8 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Accountability: Cam Newton didn’t bounce back – Patriots Brandon Aiyuk playing well – 49ers Gibson continues to produce – Washington Football Team Todd Gurley scoring touchdowns – Atlanta Falcons Got it right: Carsen Wentz scoring points – Philadelphia Eagles Andre Swift keeps getting carries – Detroit Lions Chase Edmonds show is firing up – Arizona Cardinals James Robinson...

Oct 31, 202035 min

Darryll Stinson - Author and Founder of Second Chance Athletes

BIO: Darryll Stinson played college football at Central Michigan from 2008-2011. He is a dynamic motivational speaker, Founder of Second Chance Athletes, and has been featured on FOX, ABC, NCAA, TEDx, and some of the top podcasts. After going from suicidal to successful, Darryll uses his experience to help athletes and entrepreneurs shed their past stories and create a massive impact that aligns with their highest purpose. Darryll is the author of Who Am I After Sports? An Athlete's Roadmap to D...

Oct 30, 202044 min

Audible Minute - What's Our Excuse?

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, uses the Presidential debate and the fight inside two candidates who are over 70 years old to encourage us to always bring it...and make sure our dreams become a reality no matter what our age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 28, 20202 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 7

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson unpacks his reaction to Week 7 of the NFL action. TOPICS: Tom Brady and the Bucs Seahawks vs. Arizona on Sunday Night – Kyler Murray is good! Cam Newton and when it goes south Steelers win against the Titans again The Washington “Football Team” Young quarterbacks performing well Defenses that may lead teams to a Super Bowl Gurley scores leading to a loss Flirting with the boundaries from God Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 27, 202040 min

Kevin Mawae - Pro Football Hall of Famer

BIO: Our guest this week is the Pro Football Hall of Famer, Kevin Mawae. He spent 16 seasons in the NFL as an offensive lineman with the Jets, Titans, and Seahawks. Seattle drafted him in the second round in 1994 after a great career at LSU. Mawae was an eight-time All-Pro center and retired following the 2009 season. After spending time as an assistant coach with the Bears, he is now an offensive analyst at Arizona State, alongside Herm Edwards – his coach when he played for the Jets. TOPICS: P...

Oct 22, 202033 min

Audible Minute - Purpose and Comfort

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to pursue God's purpose even if it includes some discomfort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 20202 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 7 Preview

SUMMARY: Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 6 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 7 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Accountability: Julio Jones and Kenyan Drake surprised owners last week Adam Shaheen scores again Big Ben was off last week Is Zeke Elliot the best RB? Not so much! Got it Right: Colts’ offense turned it around Christian Kirk got it done again George Kittle bounced back Todd Gurley is still inconsistent Shenanigans Tyreek Hill is quiet on Monday night helping Bryce...

Oct 22, 202028 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 6 Preview

SUMMARY: Host, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 5 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 6 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Accountability: Scotty Miller is fading Mo Ali-Cox is fizzling out Robert Tonyan is NOT a one-hit-wonder Darius Slayton stepped up vs. Dallas Got it Right: Steelers' offense is outstanding! Adam Thielen - patience is paying off Jamison Crowder’s tremendous start Julio Jones not a factor One-Hit Wonder: Rashard Higgins - Browns Adam Shaheen - Bears Time to Move On: ...

Oct 15, 202032 min

NFL Reactions, NBA Finals Thoughts, and LeBron Commentary

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson recaps the Week 5 NFL season and takes a look back at the NBA Finals' storylines. TOPICS: Dak Prescott's injury Alex Smith returns Texans without Bill O'Brien Panthers' three-game streak Falcons continue to struggle and Dan Quinn out Browns are for real 49ers in deep trouble Bucs fall again - not sold Drew Brees lacking something Kyler Murray - buying in? NBA tried Lebron vs. MJ UNPACK this... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 14, 202046 min

Chris Maragos - 2X Super Bowl Champion

BIO: This week we are joined by two-time Super Bowl winner Chris Maragos. Retiring in 2019, he was a safety and standout special teams player throughout his career with the Eagles, Seahawks, and 49ers. He went undrafted in 2010 after playing in college at Western Michigan and Wisconsin where he was a walk-on at both schools. Chris is the co-host of The Mission of Truth: Keeping it Real with Nick Foles and Chris Maragos podcast. TOPICS: Where are the Super Bowl rings? Early thoughts on the 2020 N...

Oct 08, 202047 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 5 Preview

SUMMARY: Host Bryce Johnson takes a look back at Week 4 and prepares Fantasy Football owners for Week 5 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Accountability Darrell Henderson didn’t perform Mike Davis playing very well Josh Jacobs not getting it done for the Raiders Mark Andrews bounces back with two touchdowns Did you listen? Joe Mixon finally produced N’Keal Harry got into the end zone Andy Isabella with only two points this week James White back to deliver a bit Rex Burkhead from 34 points to 6 points P...

Oct 07, 202030 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 4

SUMMARY: Bryce Johnson unpacks his reactions to Week 4 of the NFL action. TOPICS: Head coaches in the NFL Tom Brady and five TD passes Cleveland scores 49 points on Dallas Cowboys poorly coached so far Bears and Colts didn’t live up to the hype Eagles have a glimmer of hope John Gruden overrated? Bill O’Brien should be fired…and then he was Brian Flores will get it done in Miami Matt Rhule doing a great job with the Panthers Unpack this ...Are we experiencing an abundant life? Hosted on Acast. S...

Oct 05, 202036 min

Corey Miller - Former NFL Linebacker

BIO: Our guest this week is former NFL linebacker, Corey Miller. He played his college football at South Carolina and was drafted in the 6th round in 1991 by the New York Giants. Spending eight seasons with them, he also played for the Minnesota Vikings for one season. Corey is currently a speaker and evangelist who goes by the nickname, “The Pastor of Pain.” Follow him on Twitter @pastorofpain TOPICS: What football looks like this year Week 1 of SEC football takeaways Cam Newton fitting in with...

Oct 01, 202043 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 4 Preview

SUMMARY: UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, unpacks his thoughts after Week 3 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Don’t panic Was I wrong? Did you listen? I’m convinced! Fantasy lessons One-hit wonders The waiver wire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 202025 min

Audible Minute - What was I Created for?

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to have confidence in our God-given purpose, and if we don't know our purpose, to make it a priority to discover it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 20202 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 3

UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, takes a look back at Week 3 in the NFL. TOPICS: Quick reactions from Sunday NFL games Bears quarterback situations Falcons allowing the Bears so much time to come back Comebacks – no comebacks are too big for God Eagles and Bengals tie Nick Foles vs. Carson Wentz NBA Finals are set – Lebron the GOAT? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 29, 202035 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 3 Preview

SUMMARY: UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, unpacks his thoughts after Week 2 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Holding Bryce accountable Where Bryce nailed it Shenanigans from the week I’m Convinced... Peace or panic? One-hit wonders Questions of the Week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 202037 min

Audible Minute - Dribble with Purpose

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to be more intentional with the skills we have...and to work hard in improving them for the benefit of others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 20202 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 2

SUMMARY: UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, shares his thoughts on Week 2 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Dallas Cowboys comeback Injuries Great players still healthy Tom Brady and the Bucs The top teams The Rams Not writing off…yet Cam and the Patriots Unpack This Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 22, 202039 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 2 Preview

SUMMARY: UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, unpacks his thoughts on Week 1 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Holding Bryce accountable Where Bryce nailed it Shenanigans from the week I’m Convinced... Peace or panic? Backups What is your perspective? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 202034 min

Audible Minute - Loud Thoughts

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, relates the US Open Women's Final to our own lives. Unique times like these require us to focus on positive thoughts and embrace the life of a champion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 16, 20203 min

Danny Woodhead - Former NFL Running Back

BIO: Danny Woodhead is a former NFL running back. He played college football at Chadron State and was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2008. Woodhead also played for the New England Patriots, San Diego Chargers, and Baltimore Ravens. TOPICS: Raising four young children and doing the dishes His love for football, but not missing playing Fantasy Football Tom Brady and Phillip Rivers on new teams How God led him to the end of his career The importance of golf in his life Tr...

Sep 16, 202043 min

NFL Reaction Podcast - Week 1

SUMMARY: UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, shares his thoughts on Week 1 of the NFL Season. TOPICS: Aaron Rodgers' 2020 debut The 49ers fall Cardinals' surprising performance Josh Allen leads the Bills Bears come back to beat Detroit Saints still have plenty to prove Tom Brady and Bruce Arians Panthers' defense struggles Ron Rivera and Cam Newton leading new teams to wins Jamie Collins’ ejection Browns, Cowboys, and Colts – same story, new year Our power to walk habitually in the Holy Spiri...

Sep 14, 202031 min

NFL Season Preview

SUMMARY: UNPACKIN' it President, Bryce Johnson, previews the upcoming NFL season. TOPICS: Chiefs off to a great start The cloudy view Super Bowl odds No fans to start 2020 Brady and the Bucs Cam and the Patriots Top young QBs MNF changes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 202039 min

Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast - Week 1 Preview

Check out our new weekly Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast as Bryce Johnson unpacks the latest in Fantasy Football news and observations...and relates a current Fantasy Football story to the Bible. TOPICS: I’m Convinced segment Steelers' offense The potential of Julian Edelman Carson Wentz will be a star this season George Kittle, Devonte Adams, and Joe Mixon will excel this season Poor performances from camp Questions for week one What happens after draft day? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Sep 10, 202036 min

Eric Mac Lain - ACC Network Analyst

BIO: Eric Mac Lain, an ACC Network and ESPN college football analyst, is a former Clemson captain and offensive lineman. He joined the ACC Network in 2019 and played at Clemson from 2011-15, where the Tigers captured two Conference Championships and made a National Championship appearance. TOPICS: Working outdoors between rain storms Recently launching his broadcasting career How he was discovered by ESPN How Covid-19 has affected college football Important moments in his faith journey Influence...

Sep 09, 202043 min

Audible Minute - Faith it 'til you Make it

Former Carolina Panther, Nate Salley, encourages us to wake up early, stick to our plan, and stay dedicated to God...refraining from "fake it 'til we make it"...and rely on faith to lead our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 20202 min

Chase Coffman- Former NFL Tight End

BIO: Chase Coffman is a former NFL tight end who played for the Bengals, Buccaneers, Falcons, Titans, Seahawks, and Colts after being drafted by Cincinnati in 2009 in the 3rd round out of Missouri. Playing his last season in 2016, he is now a financial advisor in Kansas City. TOPICS: Growing up in a football home When playing in the NFL became a goal His expectations when being drafted in the third round of the NFL His faith during the NFL challenges Watching others get opportunities when he wor...

Sep 09, 20201 hr 10 min

Jerricho Cotchery - Former NFL Wide Receiver

BIO: Former NFL wide receiver, Jerricho Cotchery, was drafted in 2004 by the New York Jets after playing his college football at NC State. He spent seven seasons with the Jets, three in Pittsburgh, and two with Carolina. He was also an assistant coach with the Panthers for three seasons. TOPICS: 2020 being a wild year Parenting during the pandemic Homeschooling challenges Coaching with the Panthers Young Panthers’ wide receivers His draw to coaching Coaches that influenced him What God has taugh...

Sep 02, 202042 min
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