On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, former kicker and two-time Super Bowl winner Matt Bahr joins Charles Tillman and Roman Harper on the latest episode NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Matt explains what it was like growing up with an elite soccer player for a dad and how his dad made World Cup history. He shares stories from playing under Hall of Fame head coaches Joe Paterno (Penn St.) and Chuck Noll (Pittsburgh Steelers). Matt explains how kicking has improved in the modern game, why he thinks kickers get too much credit, and discusses his work with an ongoing Harvard health study of football players.

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Description: Former tight end Christian Fauria joins Charles Tillman and Roman Harper on the latest episode NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Christian shares his journey from Southern California to the University of Colorado and recounts his experience of Kordell Stewart’s game-winning Hail Mary against the University of Michigan. Then Christian reflects on learning “the Patriots Way” while playing with Bill Belichick and Tom Brady in New England and explains why he decided to move into broadcasting after his NFL career. He discusses joining Bryant University as a communications professor and reveals his favorite parts of teaching.

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Michael Turner on how being an underdog fueled his fire, the time he busted Peanut’s lip, taking the NFL by story with the Falcons

On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by former Pro Bowl running back Michael “The Burner” Turner for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, raw, and unexpectedly emotional. Turner opens up about his Chicago roots, the NIU days that put him on the map, and the famous moment he busted Peanut’s lip — a hit so real it became Peanut’s personal “Welcome to the NFL” moment. Roman jumps in with his own memories, including getting run over by Turner in college and the struggle of trying to tackle a back who was both big AND fast at every level. Turner reflects on feeling overlooked, being pissed on draft day, and spending years behind LaDainian Tomlinson while quietly building a chip on his shoulder the size of Soldier Field. He breaks down how he finally got his shot in Atlanta, replacing Warrick Dunn, validating himself in Week 1, and becoming one of the league’s most feared workhorse backs. The “what if” thoughts that still linger about his career Plus: Peanut and Roman relive the Saints–Falcons rivalry, the Pro Bowl “bigger pants” story, and the legendary Peanut Punch that happened right in front of Turner’s family. By the end, Turner shares why he walked away on his own terms, why he never wanted to wear another jersey, and why — despite every slight, setback, and overlooked moment — his journey was absolutely worth it.

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On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion and international NFL ambassador Osi Umenyiora Harper for a powerful, wide‑ranging conversation about survival, gratitude, and the global rise of the NFL. Osi opens up about the medical emergency that put him in a coma for five days, and the clarity he gained on the other side. The guys dive into Osi’s groundbreaking work with the NFL International Player Pathway (IPP) program, his mission to expand the game across Africa and Europe, and the ripple effect of the NFL’s international games. It’s a vulnerable, inspiring, and global‑minded episode with one of the most influential voices in football today.

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On the latest NFL: Players Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by former Steelers lineman–turned–YouTube craftsman influencer John Malecki, whose second act is as wild as his NFL journey. John takes us through his NFL journey of going undrafted, of being cut 13 times – and why the last one shocked him – to the glory of playing his lone NFL game in his hometown of Pittsburgh in front of his family. We then hear how his struggles with his transition from the game accidentally led to his second act as a social media influencer. John breaks down how his social media and YouTube following took off in 2018, and how his channels have grown to nearly a BILLION views behind his craftsman content. He also shares how he helps other creators monetize their work.

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Superstar TV host, actor, and artist Terry Crews sits down with Charles Tillman and Roman Harper on the latest episode of NFL Players: Second Acts podcast. Terry takes us on a ride through is NFL journeyman career. He reveals how he supported himself through painting teammates, and why he decided to try acting after football. Terry also shares the funny stories and life lessons he’s learned hosting America’s Got Talent and acting in movies like “White Chicks.” Terry opens up about almost losing his marriage and discusses how therapy helped him learn to say “no.”

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On this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Charles Tillman and Roman Harper sit down with two-time Super Bowl champion defense end Greg Scruggs. Greg shares his love for drumming and tells the story of how he went from the drumline to the football team late in high school. He also discusses his college recruiting experience and explains why he picked college football over basketball. Then Greg dives into his second act and talks about the time he spent working for the NFL Legends program, supporting player development at Cincinnati, and coaching the 49ers defensive line.

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