Cooper Manning joins Cody Williams for a thoughtful conversation on the lessons that connect sports, business, and life.

From mentoring young athletes and navigating today’s changing college football landscape to the importance of patience, preparation, and gratitude, Cooper shares the mindset that has shaped the Manning family for generations.

The conversation also touches on NIL, athlete development, multi-sport backgrounds, and even Cooper’s ultimate Super Bowl playlist pick, drawing from firsthand experiences at some of the most iconic games in NFL history.

👇 What lesson from sports has helped you the most in real life? Drop it in the comments.

0:15 – Cody Williams sits down with Cooper Manning

0:26 – Cooper on balancing sports, business, and staying focused

1:39 – What truly translates from elite sports to business success

2:57 – Why athletes and entrepreneurs think the same way

3:18 – Cooper’s biggest lesson from mentoring young athletes

3:47 – Why kids should play multiple sports

4:29 – The one principle Cooper believes everyone should live by

4:53 – Why gratitude matters more than talent

5:49 – How college athletics has changed for young players

6:19 – Why development matters more than rushing the spotlight

7:33 – Cooper’s ultimate Super Bowl playlist song

8:46 – Final thoughts and wrap-up

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Cooper Manning has partnered with Capital One and their Venture X Business card to coach entrepreneurs on how to win on and off of the field, translating the championship mindset of sports into practical guidance for building and growing a business.

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