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Half-Forgotten History with Trey Wingo features Super Bowl Champs, Hall of Famers, and stories you won't want to miss.

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    Cooper Manning on being Peyton & Eli's Brother, Archie's Son & Arch's Dad | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 49:16


    Cooper Manning joins Trey to discuss being recognized by Barack Obama on the Manning Cast, growing up as Archie Manning's son and how his dad dealt with playing for a losing franchise, picking on Peyton Manning when they were little and his dad filmed the material, playing high school ball catching passes from Peyton, his path to play at Ole Miss and the condition that forced him to stop playing football, having a front row seat and living through his brothers' football accomplishments, what it was like when Peyton and Eli won back-to-back Super Bowls, how Eli has blossomed on the Manning Cast, his son Arch and his recruitment to Texas as one of the top prospects in the country.

    Josh McCown on NFL Journeyman Odyssey over 16 seasons and 9 teams | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 61:28


    Longtime NFL QB Josh McCown joins Trey to discuss his long football career, including growing up as an undersized player in Texas, being recruited and playing in college for the SMU Mustangs, transferring to Sam Houston St, getting selected by the Arizona Cardinals with the 81st pick in the 3rd round of the 2002 NFL Draft, what he learned from backing up Jake "The Snake" Plummer with the Cardinals, dealing with changing teams frequently after leaving Arizona, a key lesson learned from Chad Pennington during a short stint with the Miami Dolphins, his impressions of former teammate Dan Campbell's coaching of the Detroit Lions, working out for Jim Harbaugh while he was the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, landing with the Chicago Bears after Jay Cutler got injured, and his desire to coach in the NFL.

    Howie Long on Hall of Fame Career with Raiders, Fox Sports & Movie Stardom | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 62:08


    Pro Football Hall of Famer and longtime Fox Sports broadcaster Howie Long joins Trey to discuss his tough upbringing in Charleston, MA, playing his college ball with the Villanova Wildcats, his transition to play for the infamous Oakland Raiders teams in the 1980's, his impressions of legendary owner Al Davis, a great story about an altercation he and Matt Millen had with Patriots front office executive Pat Sullivan, what spending his entire career with the Raiders means to him, the accomplishments of his sons Chris & Kyle (NFL) and Howie (college lacrosse), the origins of his 29-year career with Fox Sports, his familial bond with Terry Bradshaw, and his foray into acting in Hollywood movies with John Travolta, Tom Hanks and others.

    Tim Brown on Heisman at Notre Dame, Al Davis' Raiders w/ Bo, Rice & the HOF | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 61:32


    Pro Football Hall of Famer Tim Brown joins Trey to share how his recruitment to Notre Dame changed his life, an amazing connection to Dale Hansen's famous report in the SMU football scandal that Brown has never shared publicly, his college career with the Fighting Irish and playing under Gerry Faust and Lou Holtz, winning the 1987 Heisman Trophy, being selected 6th overall by the LA Raiders in the 1988 NFL Draft, his memories of Bo Jackson's incredible athleticism and speed, losing to the Buffalo Bills in the 1990 AFC Championship Game, Raiders owner Al Davis and why they had a complicated professional relationship, losing in Super Bowl 37 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, becoming just the 3rd WR in NFL history to reach 1,000 career receptions, the arduous, but ultimately exhilarating, process of getting elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, how he'd relish the opportunity to play in today's NFL with new rules to protect receivers, and his plans for a documentary called 'The Perfect 10' to air on Fox Sports the night before the Super Bowl LVII.

    Chad Brown on Steelers LB Lore, Colorado's 5th Down Play & Love of Reptiles | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 58:28


    3-time Pro Bowl LB Chad Brown joins Trey to discuss the origins of his love of reptiles, his decision to go to Boulder and play for the University of Colorado Buffaloes, how Sal Aunese's death impacted Chad and his teammates, being involved in the infamous "5th down game" vs Missouri, the meaning of playing linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, playing in Super Bowl XXX vs the Dallas Cowboys, his time with the New England Patriots and playing for Bill Belichick and being cut 4 times in his final season, and his current business caring for and shipping reptiles.

    Jared Allen on Sack Record Quest, Vikings & Chiefs Exploits, HOF Potential | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 59:59


    5-time Pro Bowl DE Jared Allen joins Trey to discuss playing at Idaho State, being a 4th-round pick of the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2004 NFL Draft , what it was like to play for Dick Vermeil in KC, what makes Arrrowhead Stadium such a special venue, why he decided to leave KC for the Minnesota Vikings, what it was like to sign a massive $72-million deal as the league's highest-paid defensive player, losing in the NFC Championship Game in 2009 when Brett Favre threw a costly interception, being the man credited with the sack when Dan Orlovsky infamously ran out of his own end zone, his quest for the sack record in 2011 where he almost got the record vs Aaron Rodgers, playing in Super Bowl 50 vs Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos , how he's taken up the sport of Curling with the goal of making the U.S. Olympic team, the origins of his signature sack celebration for his calf-roping background, and his candidacy for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    Bruce Smith on Sack Records, Bills Super Bowl Losses & Allen's Title Hopes | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 51:26


    Hall of Fame DE Bruce Smith joins Trey to discuss his emergence playing for the Virginia Tech Hokies (03:40), being the No. 1 overall pick in the 1985 NFL and USFL drafts (06:00), how Marv Levy set the framework with the Buffalo Bills to become winners (08:14), his respect for former teammate Steve Tasker and why he belongs in the Pro Football Hall of Fame (12:25), the Bills' transition into a championship contending team (17:31), Super Bowl XXV vs. the New York Giants (21:30), his impressions of losing 4 consecutive Super Bowls (25:30), his expectations for Josh Allen and the current Bills roster to make a run at the title (37:08)

    LeRoy Butler on Creating Lambeau Leap, Packers Winning SB 31 & Making HOF | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 54:15


    Growing up having to overcome physical disabilities, his time as an all-time great Florida High School football player in Jacksonville, to being an All-Americn DB at Florida State under Bobby Bowden, getting selected 48th overall in the 1990 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers, leading the Pack back to glory in the 90s under Mike Holmgren, teaming up with HOF DE Reggie White when he signed a huge free-agent deal, the origins of the Lambeau Leap, winning Super Bowl 31 vs the New England Patriots and the aftermath being revered in Wisconsin, the process of becoming a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and his impressions of Aaron Rodgers and the current team.

    Dwight Freeney on Patriots-Colts Rivalry, Super Bowl Drama & HOF Potential | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 55:03


    7-time Pro Bowl DE Dwight Freeney joins Trey to discuss how he was influential as an undersized edge rusher, how And-1 Mix Tapes helped create his signature spin move, his time as an All-American at Syracuse University, being selected 11th overall in the 2002 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts, the frustrations associated with the moniker 'a regular-season team', the dramatic 2005 AFC Divisional Playoff game vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers, the epic comeback in the 2006 AFC Championship Game vs the New England Patriots, winning Super Bowl XLI vs the Chicago Bears, losing to the New Orleans Saints in Super Bowl XLIV, losing to the Patriots in Super Bowl LI after giving up a 28-3 lead, and his candidacy for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    Luke Kuechly on Dominant First 2 Seasons, Super Bowl 50 & Early Retirement | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 52:58


    Former Pro Bowl LB Luke Kuechly joins Trey to talk about playing at St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati, his career at Boston College where he was a 2-time All-American, getting drafted 7th overall in the 2012 NFL Draft, playing under Ron Rivera with a great LB crew in Carolina, his impressions of joining Lawrence Taylor as the only players in NFL to win Defensive Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year in successive seasons, the infamous game between Odell Beckham Jr. and Josh Norman in 2015, losing in Super Bowl 50 to the Denver Broncos, how he dealt with concussion issues forced him to retire after 8 seasons, how he's transitioning from playing since retirement, including coaching youth football with former teammate and lead Fox Sports NFL Analyst Greg Olsen, some of his favorite hits from his career.

    DeSean Jackson on Possible NFL Return, Big Play Prowess, Learning from Rice | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 48:32


    Longtime NFL WR DeSean Jackson joins Trey to address if his playing career is complete, what it was like to play at Long Beach Poly, his decision to go to Cal and his career with the Golden Bears, how losing his father to Cancer at an early age changed his outlook and motivation, his infamous early fumble against the Cowboys on Monday Night Football, his game-winning punt-return vs. the Giants to stun the division rival, what went wrong last season with the LA Rams, and what he's doing in the community in LA to make a difference.

    Fred Taylor on Jaguars Career, Hall Of Fame Candidacy & 'The Pivot' Podcast | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 42:44


    Former Jacksonville Jaguars Pro Bowl RB Fred Taylor joins the show to talk about his hit podcast "The Pivot", his illustrious high school career and tenure as a star with the Florida Gators, How the 1999 Jaguars went 14-3 (including playoffs) and lost all 3 games to the division rival Tennessee Titans, his career-best 234 yard rushing performance vs the Pittsburgh Steelers, while he was hung over, his chances of getting into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    Julian Edelman on Super Bowl Wins, Brady Bromance & Transition to Media | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 52:41


    Former New England Patriots WR Julian Edelman joins Trey to discuss his football journey. Edelman details his days as a QB at Kent State, being drafted 232nd overall in the 2009 NFL Draft, learning the WR position from Wes Welker, playing with good friend Danny Amendola, the famous comeback from a 28-3 deficit in Super Bowl LI vs. the Atlanta Falcons, winning MVP of Super Bowl LIII vs the Los Angeles Rams, and his transition to a career in media with his "Games with Names" podcast and his role on Inside the NFL.

    Calvin 'Megatron' Johnson on WR Records, Stafford's SB Win & Cannabis Biz | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 45:35


    Pro Football Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson joins Trey to discuss his famous "Megatron" nickname, how he blossomed into the greatest player in Georgia Tech Football history, How he wowed scouts at the combine and being drafted No. 2 overall by the Detroit Lions, playing with Matthew Stafford in Detroit and how he enjoyed his former QB's Super Bowl win, his take on "The Calvin Johnson" rule in his controversial play against the Bears, how he became frustrated by the lack of team success in Detroit, what his receiving yards in a season record means to him, his thinking behind retiring after just 9 seasons, adjusting to life after retiring at a young age, his Cannabis business Primitiv, which is helping former players deal with pain.

    Jake 'The Snake' Plummer on Mushroom Farming, ASU, The Cardinals & Broncos | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 44:42


    10-year NFL veteran and Arizona State legend Jake "The Snake" Plummer joins Trey to share why he was comfortable retreating from the limelight of being an NFL quarterback, his illustrious career at Arizona State University, the origins of his famous nickname "The Snake", how he flourished as the QB of the Arizona Cardinals, his thoughts on beating the Dallas Cowboys in the 1998 playoffs, his respect for former teammate Larry Centers and why his departure signaled the beginning of the end with Arizona, the transition in his career going to the Denver Broncos, the pressures of playing in Denver and for head coach Mike Shanahan, why he knew it was time to retire after 10 NFL seasons, what it was like playing competitive handball with his brother Eric, his transition into health and wellness as an early advocate of CBD & hemp, his current role as a mushroom farmer and co-founder of Mycolove Farm.

    Allen Robinson on Rams, Stafford & Kupp, Jaguars in Playoffs & Penn State | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 40:11


    New LA Rams WR Allen Robinson joins Trey to discuss what it's been like to join the Rams, what it was like playing at Penn State and a White Out game, what it was like to play for the Jacksonville Jaguars and to see his team play against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game in 2018, his time playing with the Chicago Bears and his impressions of Justin Fields after one season, his impressions of playing with Matthew Stafford and what it means to be teammates with him as a native Detroiter, what makes Cooper Kupp special as a receiver, how he can fill in for the loss of Odell Beckham Jr., what it was like to play with Jalen Ramsey in Jacksonville and why he's an elite CB, and why he isn't a "diva wide receiver".

    Matt Ryan On Joining Colts, Leaving Falcons & Painful Super Bowl Memories | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 41:05


    Longtime NFL quarterback and 2016 MVP Matt Ryan joins Trey to discuss the process of leaving the Atlanta Falcons and how they involved him, Why he decided to join the Indianapolis Colts, his early positive impressions of Head Coach Frank Reich, how he lit into some teammates in OTAs, his reflections on his 14-year career with Atlanta, the painful loss to the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 51 after having a 28-3 lead, why Julio Jones' incredible catch is better than the more-famous one by Julian Edelman, his reflections on going No. 3 overall in the 2008 NFL Draft, how much longer he plans to play, and how he'll measure success in his first year in Indy.

    Ryan Fitzpatrick Details Retirement & Reflects on 9-team, 17-yr NFL Career | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 21:44


    Ryan Fitzpatrick joins Trey to reflect on his 17-year NFL Career and his decision to retire, how his former teammates reached out to him when his retirement became public, some of his best career moments, including being the only NFL QB to throw for 400 yards in 3 straight games, why playing for the Buffalo Bills stood out among the 9 teams he played for, and his plans for his famous beard and hair.

    Chase Daniel on Being King of Backup QBs, Herbert, Winning SB w/ Saints | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 49:12


    Chargers QB Chase Daniel joins Trey to discuss being King of the Backup QBs, his excellent career with the Missouri Tigers, how he landed with the New Orleans Saints, Super Bowl XLIV where the Saints beat the Indianapolis Colts, his journey with numerous teams and why playing with the Kansas City Chiefs was special, his outlook on how the Los Angeles Chargers stack up in the AFC West, the season finale vs the Las Vegas Raiders when a tie would have sent both teams to the playoffs, his plans for the rest of his playing career and potential broadcasting opportunities.

    Tony Boselli on Making HOF, Jags/Titans Rivalry, Meyer Debacle & USC Pride | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 52:26


    Newly elected Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Boselli joins Trey to talk about his dominant, but brief NFL career, how he became a star at USC and bought into the Trojans legacy of great offensive linemen, the process of going to New York for the NFL Draft, playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tom Coughlin and when he knew they'd be successful, his impressions of Urban Meyer's epic failure as Jags head coach, his rivalry with Jason Taylor and famous smack talk on Monday Night Football, why John Randle was his toughest matchup, the Jaguars 1999 season where they lose to the Tennessee Titans 3 times, how challenging it was when his career was cut short due to injuries, the time that Adam Schefter talked about him not being a Hall of Famer, and what it was like to finally get elected to Canton.

    K.J. Wright on Seahawks Super Bowls, Legion of Boom, Season with Raiders | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 44:54


    Longtime Seattle Seahawks LB K.J. Wright joins Trey to talk about his football journey. Wright breaks down the defensive philosophy under Pete Carroll, the Legion of Boom defense, why he has much respect for Richard Sherman, why Russell Wilson's positivity with the Seahawks was infectious, Winning Super Bowl XLVIII with Seattle over Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos, the heartbreaking loss to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX, what it was like to play for the Las Vegas Raiders last season, and why he'd love to play with the Seahawks to finish his career.

    Chris Berman Reflects on Decades Hosting the NFL Draft & His Best Moments | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 64:07


    Legendary ESPN Broadcaster Chris Berman joins Trey for a special NFL Draft edition. Chris explains why he's so strongly identified with hosting the draft, an interview with Pete Rozelle that remains a career highlight. Boomer details his journey on the draft starting in the early 80s, how he worked with a young Mel Kiper Jr and how Mel became a signature talent for ESPN, the time when he broke the news to Allen Pinkett that he was drafted, when Boomer realized that the draft was becoming a huge deal for football fans, what it was like to host when Aaron Rodgers kept falling in the first round, his impressions of the draft expanding into Prime Time, why hosting the draft was his most challenging assignment, the time when the Minnesota Vikings passed on their pick and the bizarre draft-night drama of Laremy Tunsil.

    Les Snead on Super Bowl Win, Futures of McVay, Donald, OBJ, Draft Strategy | Half Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 51:42


    Los Angeles Rams General Manager Les Snead joins Trey to discuss Sean McVay flirting with a TV role, the future of All-Pro DT Aaron Donald, the tough decision to part ways with WR Robert Woods, what the team plans to do with Odell Beckham Jr, how the Rams won the Super Bowl with the combination of Matthew Stafford & Cooper Kupp leading the way, why Snead has not used 1st-round picks during his tenure as GM, how Deshaun Watson's guaranteed contract with the Cleveland Browns will impact contracts moving forward and how the Rams can repeat as Super Bowl champs.

    Treylon Burks on NFL Draft Prospects, Big Plays at Arkansas, Hog Hunting | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 38:27


    Arkansas WR Treylon Burks joins Trey to talk about his upbringing in Arkansas, playing for the Razorbacks and his penchant for big plays, his enormous hands and how they help him as a receiver, why he says he should be the top wideout picked, his hobby of Hog Hunting and how he's messaged it to NFL teams, and why his style is reminiscent of Deebo Samuel.

    Edgerrin James on Colts' Legendary Trio, The U, Cardinals & Hall of Fame | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 54:40


    Pro Football Hall of Famer Edgerrin James joins Trey to discuss his early origins in football, his days starring as a running back at the University of Miami Hurricanes, how the great players at The U would have thrived in the current era of NIL, being selected No. 4 overall in the 1999 NFL Draft ahead of Heisman winner Ricky Williams, joining the Indianapolis Colts and the offense with Peyton Manning and Marvin Harrison, working through Colts postseason disappointments, what is was like playing in the Tom Brady-Peyton Manning rivalry between the Colts and New England Patriots, his transition to playing with the Arizona Cardinals, how he stayed connected to Indy and even was reward a Super Bowl ring for the franchises win in SB XLI, his journey to induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, what it meant to play in the prolific trio with Manning and Harrison, reflecting on his new book "From Gold Teeth to Gold Jacket", to his impression of current Colts star RB Jonathan Taylor.

    Bill Cowher on Coaching Steelers, Winning the Super Bowl, Working at CBS | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 55:17


    Former Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach and current CBS NFL Analyst Bill Cowher joins the show. He breaks down what it's like to grow up a Steelers fan, what it meant to him to become the youngest head coach in the NFL for his hometown team, why Art Rooney and the Steelers have been so successful with long-tenured successful coaches. Cowher also shares why Jerome Bettis was a perfect fit in Pittsburgh, his infamous interaction with Gordon McCarter and the polaroids Cowher wanted him to see. Bill also reflects on his transition to broadcasting and his work with CBS Sports.

    Ricky Williams on Heisman, Walking Away Early, Astrology, Cannabis Advocacy | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 43:57


    Former NFL star Ricky Williams joins Trey to talk about how he changed perceptions of NFL players, what he learned at the University of Texas where he won a Heisman Trophy and set many NFL records, to why he decided to walk away from the game early, to why he is an advocate for responsible Cannabis use, his relationship with football today and why he rarely watches the game to giving Trey an in-depth Astrology reading.

    Urlacher on Facing Favre & Rodgers, Being a Bears LB, Jay Cutler & New Hair | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 56:51


    Pro Football Hall of Fame Linebacker Brian Urlacher joins Trey to talk about his brilliant football career. Including his start playing multiple positions at University of New Mexico, his quick rise up the draft boards and being touted as a top pick by Mel Kiper Jr, his buy-in to the lineage of playing linebacker for the Chicago Bears, to the Bears disappointment losing to Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLI, to why he had a strong bond when Lovie Smith was his coach, to Jay Cutler and his mercurial tenure in Chicago. Brian also discusses his new hair and how that's changed how his kids and fans view him.

    Warren Moon on Breaking Barriers, Oilers Days, CFL Stardom & Hall of Fame | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 43:23


    Pro Football Hall of Fame Quarterback Warren Moon joins Trey on this episode to talk about the impact he's had on current African-American NFL QBs, how he arrived at the University of Washington after being lightly recruited out of high school, how he became a superstar in the CFL with the Edmonton Eskimos, his transition to the Houston Oilers and becoming the highest paid player in the NFL, to losing to the Buffalo Bills in the 1992 Wild Card Game in the biggest comeback in NFL history, to his reaction to getting elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and to his current involvement in the NFT space.

    Tiki and Ronde Barber on UVA, Being Best NFL Twins Ever, HOF Expectations | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 51:38


    Former Giants RB Tiki Barber and former Bucs DB Ronde Barber join Trey to discuss their long football careers. They explore what it was like competing growing up and in high school, playing together at University of Virginia, what it was like getting drafted to the NFL at the same time, a priceless story of Ronde pretending to be Tiki while wearing his jersey in New York City, how Warrick Dunn was a great teammate in his early years in Tampa, how Tiki changed his approach to holding the football to combat a fumbling problem, and to why Ronde believes that he will one day wind up inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    Steve Tasker on Special Teams Dominance, Bills Super Bowl Legacy & the HOF | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 54:03


    Former Bills WR and Special Teams Ace Steve Tasker joins Trey to discuss his start as an undersized and underappreciated athlete, his start with Marv Levy and the Buffalo Bills, his origins in becoming a 7-time Pro Bowler on special teams, Buffalo's record comeback vs the Houston Oilers in the 1992 Wild Card Game, to the Bills remarkable run of four Super Bowl losses and how that impacts the team, to his candidacy for the Hall of Fame, to his work in Super Bowl XLVII when working for CBS.

    Brian Dawkins on Legendary Intensity, Eagles SB Loss, Inspiring HOF Speech | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 50:56


    Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins joins Trey to talk about where his legendary intensity comes from, his start in football as a center on his youth team, his unlikely path to the Clemson Tigers, his approach in his 1st seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, how impactful Andy Reid was as his coach in Philly, how crazy it was to navigate the drama between Donovan McNabb and Terrell Owens, his remarkable Hall of Fame speech where he shared his challenges with mental health and how much impact it has had, and his book "Blessed by the Best: My Journey to Canton and Beyond".

    Peter King on NFL's Rise, Sports Illustrated Hey Day, HOF Voting Insight | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 51:02


    Legendary NFL Writer/Editor/Reporter Peter King details his amazing life in football. From following the NFL as a child in New England, to getting his first break in journalism with The Cincinnati Enquirer, to a great story about then-Bengals head coach Sam Wyche pulling a rabbit out of a hat for a newspaper piece, to meeting legendary Giants Coach Bill Parcells for early-morning reporting sessions, Working with the iconic staff of sports writers in Sports Illustrated's heyday, a great story where Peter praised Trey's questions after an interview in St. Louis, and being a voter for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and why it's a serious responsibility.

    Super Bowl LVI Breakdown: Kupp's Greatness, Donald's Dominance & Cincy's Tough Road Back | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 22:21


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey on the final edition of the season of Chop Shop. The guys discuss how great Cooper Kupp and Matthew Stafford played, especially in crunch time. They also break down how incredible Aaron Donald is and why they don't expect him to retire. Mark and Trey also look forward to next season and what the Bengals need to do in order to protect Joe Burrow more effectively.

    Torry Holt on 'Greatest Show on Turf' Rams, Super Bowls & HOF Chances | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 43:44


    Former Rams WR Torry Holt joins Trey and reflects on his terrific football career. Holt shares about his unusual finger injuries, how he started to blossom into a star at NC State, when he was drafted by the Rams No. 6 overall in 1999 and the party his family held in Gibsonville, NC, how the Rams dealt with losing Trent Green in 1999, how Kurt Warner and the Greatest Show on Turf started off hot in 1999, the NFC Championship Game vs the Bucs in 1999, Super Bowl 34 against the Tennessee Titan, Mike Jones' legendary tackle of Kevin Dyson to secure a championship for St. Louis, Dick Vermeil's departure and Mike Martz's ascension to be the head coach (29:00), his memory play escorting Az-Zahir Ali Hakim on a long TD to open the 2000 season, Super Bowl 36 loss to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots, and why Holt has earned the recognition of being in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    Kickers Gould, Feely, Tynes on Techniques, Pressure, Tucker & Vinatieri | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 46:38


    Kickers Robbie Gould, Jay Feely and Lawrence Tynes join Trey for a special kickers episode of the show. Gould reveals how he got more accurate in the pros, how much he learned being around Adam Vinatieri, and the guys reflect on which fields are most difficult to make kicks on. Feely tells the story of scoring 25 points in a game, Tynes reflects on clutch kicks to get the Giants wins in the postseason, and the guys also talk about why Justin Tucker is the greatest kicker ever.

    Brady's Retirement, Flores vs. NFL, Burrow Seeking History, Rams Get Home Super Bowl | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 33:39


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey to dissect the impact of former Dolphins head coach Brian Flores' lawsuit vs. the NFL, the reporting of Tom Brady's retirement, and his impact on the NFL over the years. The guys also break down the Bengals upset of the Chiefs and the Rams advancing to host the Super Bowl.

    Amy Trask on Being Raiders CEO, Al Davis, Bo Jackson & Princess of Darkness | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 51:38


    Longtime Raiders Executive Amy Trask joins Trey to talk about her introduction to football, how she first came to work for the Oakland Raiders as an intern, Owner Al Davis' approach to hiring and giving people second chances, her rise from intern to CEO of the Raiders, her perspective on being a trailblazer as a female executive in the NFL, how Davis and the Raiders organization forged new ground in diversity and inclusion, her memories of theTuck rule game against the New England Patriots, her memories of Bo Jackson as a football and baseball player, how she acquired the nickname "The Princess of Darkness" nickname, and her reasons for writing the book “You Negotiate Like a Girl”.

    Divisional Weekend: Mahomes & Allen Shootout, Rodgers Lays Egg, Burrow & Stafford Shine | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 35:26


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey to discuss the amazing game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills, what make Patrick Mahomes a legend at just 26 years old, how Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals were able to beat the Tennessee Titans, why Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers again came up short in the postseason, how Tom Brady brought the Tampa Bay Buccaneers back vs. the LA Rams, and a look at why the San Francisco 49ers have a 6-game winning streak against their division rival Rams.

    Eric Dickerson on NFL Rushing Record, Pony Express at SMU, Rams' Return to LA | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 44:35


    Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Eric Dickerson joins Trey to discuss his amazing football life. Dickerson weighs in on his days at Southern Methodist University and the scandal that gave the program the death penalty, his explosion onto the NFL scene with the Los Angeles Rams, his NFL rushing record of 2,105 yards that still stands to this day, how he got a bad reputation for sticking up for his rights in contract negotiations, his failed foray into broadcasting on Monday Night Football, some inside stories from his new book "Watch My Smoke", and why he's enjoyed the LA Rams returning and working with the franchise.

    Wildcard Weekend: Mahomes Shines, Stafford Steady, How Deebo & King Henry Change Games | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 27:29


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey to dissect the games from Wildcard Weekend, including how Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills dominated the New England Patriots, how we are spoiled by Patrick Mahomes' greatness, how Matthew Stafford and the Rams will match up with Tom Brady and the Bucs, how the Dallas Cowboys managed to lose to the San Francisco 49ers in excruciating fashion and how Derrick Henry's expected return changes the top-seed Tennessee Titans attitude as a team.

    Greg Olsen on Panthers Super Bowl, Cutler Antics, Miami Career & TV Career | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 56:57


    Former NFL Tight End and current Fox broadcaster Greg Olsen joins Trey to discuss his start in football as the son of a high school football coach, playing at University of Miami, why Sean Taylor is the best player he ever saw, the start of his NFL career with the Chicago Bears, what it was like playing with Jay Cutler, his long career in Carolina with the Panthers, his disappointment losing Super Bowl 50 to Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos, how he got started in broadcasting during his playing career and why he's excelling for Fox Sports as an analyst on game broadcasts.

    Chargers-Raiders Epic Finish, Coaching Carousel + Wildcard Weekend Breakdown | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 22:30


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey to discuss the controversial finish to the Los Angeles Chargers-Las Vegas Raiders game on Sunday Night Football, Brian Flores' surprising departure as head coach of the Miami Dolphins. The guys break down all of this weekends matchups, including the Raiders-Bengals, Patriots-Bills, Eagles-Bucs, 49ers-Cowboys, Steelers-Chiefs, and Cardinals-Rams.

    Week 17: Big Ben's Finale, Chase's Monster Day, Cowboys Concerns & Rodgers vs. Brady for MVP | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 31:23


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey to discuss Week 17, including Stink's spat with Bengals fans, how Ja'Marr Chase dominated the Chiefs, why the Cowboys may have cause for concern after losing to the Cardinals, the breakdown of Aaron Rodgers vs. Tom Brady for MVP and why Mike Vrabel deserves Coach of the Year.

    Week 16: Chiefs on Fire, Dolphins 7th Straight, Dak's Dominance, Burrow's 500-yard Game | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 30:13


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this edition to dissect the Kansas City Chiefs and their climb back to the top of the league, how the Miami Dolphins have put together a 7-game win streak, how Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys dismantled the Washington Football Team on Sunday Night Football, why Josh Allen's clutch play means he and the Buffalo Bills are still dangerous, why Odell Beckham Jr. has returned to being more productive with the Los Angeles Rams, and the secret to Joe Burrow throwing for more than 500 yards in the Cincinnati Bengals rout of the Baltimore Ravens.

    Charles Tillman on 'Peanut Punch,' Losing to Peyton in Super Bowl, FBI Work | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 45:12


    Former Chicago Bears defensive back Charles "Peanut" Tillman joins Trey to share the origins of his nickname "Peanut", how he started playing special teams with the Chicago Bears before earning a starting job on defense, his first big assignment as a starter going up against Jerry Rice and Tim Brown, a story at the Pro Football Hall of Fame when he was starstruck by Rod Woodson,  the origins of the "Peanut Punch" a Monday Night Football comeback win against the Arizona Cardinals that resulted in Dennis Green's famous postgame rant, what it was like to play for Lovie Smith with the Bears, playing against Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLI, the 2010 NFC Championship Game and Jay Cutler's controversial antics, why the Walter Payton Man of the Year award is such a career accomplishment, and his current work with the FBI.

    Week 15: Kupp's Crazy Numbers, Brady's Saints Struggles, Cards Reeling, Harbaugh's Moxie | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 33:05


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this edition of the Chop Shop. They dissect the impacts of Covid-19 on the league, how Cooper Kupp continues his record pace for the LA Rams, how Jalen Hurtz has been getting it done for the Philadelphia Eagles, why Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Bucs struggle vs. the New Orleans Saints, why the Arizona Cardinals have reason to worry after consecutive losses, why John Harbaugh and his decisions to go for two at the end of Ravens' games has been admirable, and why Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts are a problem for teams down the stretch.

    Bubba Watson on Masters Wins, Tiger's Place as GOAT, Golf Boys Reunion? | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 42:32


    2-time Masters Champion Bubba Watson joins Trey to talk about his unconventional approach, his self-taught approach to the game, his iconic wedge shot in a playoff in the 2012 Masters, how he was able to overcome struggles with mental health issues, why he thinks Tiger Woods is the greatest golfer ever, why he's rooting for Woods to come back to competitive play, and a possible Golf Boys reunion video.

    Week 14: Rams Hot Again, Parsons Shines for Dallas, Chiefs Continue to Win, Denver's Classy Tribute | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 27:54


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey to break down how the Los Angeles Rams beat the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football, why the Dallas Cowboys have a firm grasp on the NFC East, an emotional scene in Denver with the tributes to Demaryius Thomas. Why Trey and Mark have never lost faith in the Kansas City Chiefs, why Justin Herbert is such a special talent and why Urban Meyer's season in Jacksonville is a disaster that needs to end.

    Jason Taylor on Dan Marino, Legendary Dolphins Career, Love for Nick Saban | Half-Forgotten History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 57:17


    Hall of Fame DE Jason Taylor joins Trey to discuss his late start to football, his struggles in the weight room in the early days of playing, a breakout game in college playing for Akron against Virginia Tech, meeting Dan Marino for the first time when he arrived with the Miami Dolphins, his love for Nick Saban's coaching style and why he remains close with him, the sacrifices he had to make with his body to stay on the field, and his emotional speech and retirement from the NFL.

    Week 13: Pats Beat Struggling Bills, Cards Surging, Kupp's Amazing Mind, Ravens Issues | Chop Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 27:42


    Mark Schlereth joins Trey this week to talk about the New England Patriots win over the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football, why the Kansas City Chiefs defense is suddenly playing well, what's happening with Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens offense, why Cooper Kupp is having such a big season for the Los Angeles Rams, what the Dallas Cowboys' prospects are in the NFC East, and a congrats to Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions for getting their first win of the season.

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