Podcast appearances and mentions of Randy Grimes

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Former Buccaneer, Randy Grimes joined TKras LIVE from Radio Row!

In the show's opening hour, TKras was LIVE at Radio Row from New Orleans, joined by Rock Riley, Randy Grimes, Ryan Leaf, and more!

Overcoming Adversity: Randy Grimes' Journey from NFL Stardom to Addiction RecoveryThis conversation is between Jason Wright, host of the Jason Wright Show, and former NFL player Randy Grimes. Randy tells his story of overcoming a 20-plus year addiction to painkillers, developed while treating career-related injuries. He discusses the impact on his life, career, and family, and how he ultimately found recovery. Now an advocate and mentor, Randy uses his experience to help others struggling with addiction. The episode also highlights the role of faith and the incredible support from his wife in his journey to healing. Randy's story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope.Get a Copy of "Off Center"https://proathletesinrecovery.org/00:00 Introduction to Randy Grimes00:30 Randy's NFL Career and Addiction Struggles00:55 Athletes in Recovery: Randy's Mission01:16 Randy's Partnerships and Impact02:09 Personal Life and Media Presence04:50 Conversation with Randy Grimes Begins06:10 Randy's Football Journey10:08 Transition to the NFL14:19 Challenges and Changes in the NFL24:46 Addiction and Recovery33:03 NFL's Dark Side: Painkillers and Career Endings34:09 Post-NFL Struggles: Addiction and Identity Crisis36:27 Hitting Rock Bottom: The Turning Point38:51 The Road to Recovery: Seeking Help45:33 Faith and Family: Pillars of Strength48:23 Reinventing Identity: From Player to Mentor01:03:04 A Message of Hope: Overcoming Addiction01:07:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Get ready for a heart breaking, jaw dropping, but equally uplifting episode of The Approach Shot with Tampa Bay Buccaneers center Randy Grimes. Randy tells his very personal story of being addicted to opioids, mostly so he wouldn't lose his spot on the roster. Not wanting to be "the guy who is always in the trainer's room or on the injured list" Randy did whatever it took to stay in the line-up. That included getting hooked on painkillers until the end of his career. For years after, he felt the effects, and his story is both eye opening and uplifting. Randy's book "Off Center" tells the whole story but he shares a lot with us on this episode of The Approach Shot.

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Live from Las Vegas - Randy Grimes, Former NFL Center and Baylor Bear This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/365 and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12pm hour of The K&C Masterpiece LIVE from Radio Row in Las Vegas!

LIVE from Radio Row in Las Vegas!

In Tuesday's second hour, we spoke with Randy Grimes, former Buccaneer and also got into the latest out of the NFL too!

On Tuesday, former Buccaneer Randy Grimes joined us to talk all things Bucs. Tune in!

Randy Grimes grew up a humble kid, from a good family, in Tyler, Texas. Football was life, which worked out for Randy because he was very good at it. After dominating the Southwest Conference at Baylor he was selected in the second round of the 1983 NFL Draft. Quite possibly one of the best drafts ever. Randy saw drugs as a necessary evil, trying to stay on the field. His willingness to take whatever it took for him to play morphed into a full-blown addiction. Now, 13 years sober, he leans on those dark times to help struggling addicts who need the message.https://offcenterthebook.com/https://randygrimesspeaks.com/https://proathletesinrecovery.org/

The 1985 season opener was the first game without the original architect John McKay coaching. Legendary Lee Roy Selmon was injured. And, the Bucs were up against the eventual Super Bowl champion Bears and their 46 defense.Hear the ultimate Buccaneers historian Paul Stewart and former Buccaneer legend center Randy Grimes talk you through some memorable stories from that first game of the Leeman Bennett era.  It's all part of the newest edition to the "BucPower.com Podcast Series" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed for great content on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!

Addiction, Pain, and Performance with former NFL Star Randy Grimes (Episode 101) Former NFL star Randy Grimes shares his story of drug addiction that started during his NFL career due to injuries and the pressure to perform through pain. He shares about the downward spiral of addiction and playing nationally televised games in a blackout. Randy shares what finally led him into recovery literally crawling on his hands and knees. Learn about the pressure to perform in the NFL, the enabling environment, the nature of opioid addiction, God's power in Randy's life and more. Today Randy has been sober almost 14 years and has founded Athletes in recovery, helping athletes overcome addictions. You can read more about Randy's story in his book Off Center RX.  

A former professional football player whose career spanned 10 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Randy Grimes spent 20+ years battling an addiction to pain killers developed while treating career- related injuries. He now uses his inspiring story of recovery and his 12+ years in the addictions industry to help victims of drug and alcohol abuse, as an Interventionist and the founding advocate at Pro Athletes In Recovery.In 2012, Randy launched “Pro Athletes in Recovery,” a program designed to help athletes of all levels and anyone else find treatment for addiction and mental health while offering continued support for those already in recovery. Due to the success of Pro Athletes in Recovery, Randy has partnered with the NFL, NHL, Gridiron Greats, After The Impact Fund, MLB, Baseball Assistance Fund, The Jockeys Guild, MMA, PGA, LPGA, NBA, Motorsports Safety Group, Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, and a host of collegiate programs to bring further awareness and treatment services to professional and collegiate athletes and their families. As a result, 100's of former professional and collegiate athletes, as well as 100's of non athletes have since been treated. Randy's passion does not end with athletes; he is committed to helping all families find balance and peace of mind. Randy believes that “when families get well, addicts get well.” Randy has performed countless interventions across the U.S. and in five countries—bringing hope and healing when all seemed lost.Randy has been an exemplary ambassador and example of the power of professional treatment. Married for 41 years to his college sweetheart, Lydia, who is also a Certified Family Addiction Coach, they have two children and four grandchildren. Randy is regularly a commentator on numerous national TV networks and media including NFL Network, Anderson Cooper, Father Albert, CNN, Fox Sports, MSNBC, Fox News, SiriusXM Sports, New York Times, New York Daily News, Sports Illustrated and countless others. He has also authored a book titled “Off Center”. A memoir of his career and addiction journey. His “Never Give Up” attitude translates from the gridiron to recovery. On his recovery, Randy states: “God didn't open the gates of heaven and let me in....He opened the gates of hell and let me out!”OffCenterTheBook.comRandyGrimesSpeaks.comProAthletesInRecovery.org

Ron has a discussion with former 10-year NFL veteran Randy Grimes who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Randy talks about his addiction problem he overcame that developed while treating career related injuries, his work helping to start the program Pro Athletes in Recovery and his thoughts about the game. Please enjoy the podcast! Sponsors:    The Hero Soap Company-Use Discount Code RAP for 10% off                       www.herosoapcompany.com                     Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                     ProDentim                     https://0103aos7z8um5n5mtco-0iwhak.hop.clickbank.net Links:           www.proathletesinrecovery.com                     www.randygrimesspeaks.com                    https://itsawrapwithrap.com                    #HC Universal Network  

Ron has a discussion with former 10-year NFL veteran Randy Grimes who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Randy talks about his addiction problem he overcame that developed while treating career related injuries, his work helping to start the program Pro Athletes in Recovery and his thoughts about the game. Please enjoy the podcast! Sponsors:    The Hero Soap Company-Use Discount Code RAP for 10% off                       www.herosoapcompany.com                     Rare Patient Voice                     https://rarepatientvoice.com/Itsawrapwithrap                     ProDentim                     https://0103aos7z8um5n5mtco-0iwhak.hop.clickbank.net Links:           www.proathletesinrecovery.com                     www.randygrimesspeaks.com                    https://itsawrapwithrap.com                    #HC Universal Network  

In the final hour of the K&C Masterpiece, the C Block starring Cory Mageors, Randy Grimes and crosstalk with the GBAG Nation! 

Bill spends the third hour of the show talking about his interview with Marquez Valdez-Scantling and talks with Rachel Baribeau, Randy Grimes, Casey Clark and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I want everyone to know it's okay to not be okay. But you've got to raise your hand and ask for help." -Randy Grimes WOW! An epic interview with Randy Grimes talking about his journey from NFL "Man of the Year" to living in an abandoned house with no utilities. We discuss his intention for writing his book. As well as importance of a supportive family and friends to help addicts overcome the disease of addiction and mental illness. And how to facilitate, prepare, and lay the groundwork for a successful intervention. Randy is a ten-year veteran of the NFL, an addiction interventionist, and founder of Professional Athletes in Recovery. He is the author of the book, "Off Center - A Memoir of Addiction, Recovery, and Redemption in Professional Football." You can follow Randy at: ProAthletesInRecovery.org OffCenterTheBook.com @SoberCenter60

In today's Embrace Family Recovery Podcast episode, # 85, Randy Grimes continues his story with the redemption part! Randy wrote his powerful memoir, 'Off Center,"  to demonstrate that hope and healing from this disease are possible!Randy shares as a part of giving away what he has been given, and his message about the importance of family recovery reinforces why I feel so passionate about my work with families who love someone with the disease of addiction.

Former Offensive Lineman Randy Grimes joins the show to talk about his college and professional career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the possibility of playing with Bo Jackson, struggles he had with pain medication and the recovery back from that as well as starting a company, called Pro Athletes in Recovery, and writing a book as well titled, "Off Center" about his career, addiction and recovery.

 Randy Grimes, who played center for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, takes us further into his powerful story of "addiction, recovery, and redemption." I know there are a lot of schools of thought about "bottoms" within the disease of addiction. You will hear how far someone can fall in this story. As in every family, the disease also drags the family along the decline. Today Randy Grimes shares more about the progression of his pill addiction which took them all to some painful lows. We also learn about his dramatic treatment entrance and the start of his recovery journey.

On this episode, Karen speaks Lydia Grimes and her husband Randy, a former NFL player with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a return guest to the You Matter! podcast. In our previous conversation with Randy, he shared his story of addiction to painkillers as an NFL player, as well as his 20 - year addiction that followed his retirement from the NFL. Lydia is here to share her story of survival as the spouse of an addicted person, including why she stayed and how she mustered the strength to desperately save her husband's life.

I believe addiction is an equal opportunity disease, and today it is my privilege to share the beginning of my conversation with Randy Grimes, who demonstrates this. As you will hear today, Randy came from a chemical-free background, and though he started late, the disease took over his life and almost destroyed everything and everyone he loved.You NFL fans will envy me as Randy played center for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for ten years, and I got to interview him! In Randy Grimes's Book, 'Off Center," Mike Ditka says it so well in his forward, "for too many players, the medication they took to stay in on the field follows them into retirement. In September 2019, I inducted Randy Grimes into the Mike Ditka's Gridiron Greats Hall of Fame for his fight against addiction - a feat requiring as much mental toughness as playing pro ball".Please meet NFL player# 60, Randy Grimes!

Randy Grimes grew up a humble kid, from a good family, in Tyler, Texas. Football was life, which worked out for Randy because he was very good at it. After dominating the Southwest Conference at Baylor he was selected in the second round of the 1983 NFL Draft. Quite possibly one of the best drafts ever. Randy saw drugs as a necessary evil, trying to stay on the field. His willingness to take whatever it took for him to play morphed into a full-blown addiction. Now, 13 years sober, he leans on those dark times to help struggling addicts who need the message. https://offcenterthebook.com/ https://randygrimesspeaks.com/ https://proathletesinrecovery.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we are talking with Randy Grimes, Baylor University Graduate and an award-winning 10-year veteran of the NFL for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Spending nearly 20+ years battling an addiction to painkillers developed while treating career- related injuries, Randy now uses his inspiring story of recovery and his 10+ years in the addictions industry. As an Interventionist and founding advocate at Athletes In Recovery,  Randy helps victims recover from drug and alcohol abuse.   One of Randy's leading reasons for helping athletes recover from their substance use is due to the gripping reality of inauthenticity with injuries on the playing field. As we discuss what it's like to suffer in silence, we find that there is a huge stigma attached to athletes and how they deal with their pain. Whether it's a physical injury or mental health, athletes are often led to put on a fake face for their fans.    Randy shares how easy it is to hide the pain on and off the field and what it's like to feel alone in your addiction. As Randy shares his personal story with humility and honesty, he transforms the narrative to focus on prevention, intervention, and treatment for substance use disorders and other health challenges. Join us as we dive into what led to Randy's ultimate recovery and his heart behind helping others along the way.    Topics Discussed: Unhealthy stigmas behind professional athletes' injuries Overwhelming emotions behind hiding your pain and struggle The harsh reality of hitting rock bottom and losing your identity Breaking the stigma behind asking for help Accepting people where they're at  To learn more about Randy Grimes and his recovery journey, follow Athletes in Recovery https://proathletesinrecovery.org. And be sure to check out Randy Grimes' new book, Off CenteRX, “An All-American Story of Desperation to Deliverance” https://www.amazon.com/Off-Center-Addiction-Redemption-Professional/dp/0984591761  Connect with Positive Recovery Centers:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/positiverecoverycenters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers:   If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.    Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast:   The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.    This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.    To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners.   About Positive Recovery Centers:   Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.    Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

During today's episode, Lydia shares more about the work she and Randy do to educate and empower families to heal from the disease of addiction.As Lydia says, they will go anywhere. Do interventions, speak, fundraise, and banquets.Lydia shares more about their book entitled 'Off Center, ' A Memoir of Addiction, Recovery, and Redemption in Professional Football.Please find the link to their powerful book that intertwines Randy and Lydia's Story with an intervention he and Lydia conducted in my show notes.I can't accurately describe how powerful it was to hear Lydia share her story and know how far she has come to be open and honest with the Grimes family journey. Lydia Breaks down any shame and stigma around the family disease of addiction with every word she shares about this no-fault disease.Please find the link to purchase this powerful book below.Off Center by Randy Grimes

Randy Grimes is a former Baylor Hall of Fame and professional football player, Randy spent over 20 years battling an addiction to painkillers developed while treating sports-related injuries. He now uses his inspiring story of recovery and his more than 12 years in the addictions industry to help victims of drug and alcohol abuse. This episode is a recording of Randy's acceptance speech as a Distinguished Alumni for Baylor Line Foundation's Hall of Fame 2022. He is introduced by his wife, Lydia Brady Grimes.

Ready, set, hike! This week on Rhyme and Reason, we have the honor of featuring 10-year NFL player and former Tampa Bay Buccaneer, Randy Grimes. Randy found his way into recovery from receiving opiates for sports related injuries. After finding sobriety, Randy founded Pro Athletes in Recovery, a nonprofit organization. Join us as we deep dive into the world of recovery and professional sports!

"Too Sense" Segment: Tom Brady Unretires?!?! And my March Madness picks for the tournament... You may be surprised, but I'm actually okay with Brady coming back... I think he's still mentally and physically in peak form even going into an age 45 season. Just don't want to see him turn into Brett Favre at the end every offseason. As we've discussed, the NFC is pretty wide open other than the Rams and Packers, so why not? Interview: Randy Grimes - Former 10 Yr. NFL Center with Tampa Bay, Author, Speaker, Addiction Survivor We discuss: Early Football life in Texas Playing High School Football and how the recruiting process went Choosing to play at Baylor University and what the experience was like there Getting drafted by Tampa Bay in the 1983 NFL Draft The lowly years in Tampa, lots of turnover and losing seasons Injuries and concussions piling up which forced him to become addicted to pain pills How he lost his identity when his football career came to an abrupt end Life after football and the struggles with addiction and losing everything The amazing story of getting to a treatment facility that changed his life Becoming a speaker and sharing his story to help so many others Writing his new book 'OFF CENTER" and what it means to him   Randy's Book "OFF CENTER" AVAILABLE NOW EVERYWHERE! All information HERE: https://randygrimesspeaks.com/  Don't forget to Follow Me and SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and COMMENT on the Too Tall Sports Podcast: https://linktr.ee/TooTallSportsPodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOT1dawh_079qckq7OmFHAQ Instagram: @tootallsportspodcast Twitter: @TooTallSports Facebook Group: TooTallSportsPodcast Apple Podcasts: Too Tall Sports Podcast Spotify: Too Tall Sports Podcast Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/too-tall-sports-podcast/PC:52128 https://www.vegassportsadvantage.com?ref=tootall Email: tootallsportspodcast@gmail.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a sponsor!!! Want the best sports betting picks texted directly to your phone every day? I have the answer and it's Vegas Sports Advantage. A proud sponsor of the Too Tall Sports Podcast Link Here: https://www.vegassportsadvantage.com?ref=tootall

In this episode, host Michael Walsh talks to former pro football player Randy Grimes about his illustrious career playing football through college, his time with the Buccaneers, and finding recovery. Learn Randy's story and what he has to say about recovery as a pro athlete, maintaining the self in recovery, what it was like playing football when painkillers and benzos were a very common part of the sport experience, and exemplifying the hope of recovery to those who have a similar story. --- If you or a loved one is addicted to drugs, get in touch with a recovery specialist 24/7 at Landmark Recovery. Call 888-448-0302 and find a treatment center near you: https://landmarkrecovery.com/locations/find-a-landmark-near-you/ To find out more about Randy Grimes and his initiatives toward rescuing pro athletes from the jaws of addiction, check out his website here: https://randygrimesspeaks.com/ --- Show Notes: [0:54] Who is Randy Grimes? [5:50] I was willing to do whatever I could to stay out on the field. [10:00] It's a job, not a game. [13:19] Benzo withdrawals [21:17] Maintaining the self in recovery [26:20] Crawling through the door that night was the hardest thing that I ever did. [34:00] Healing the family [39:20] Each person that sees you can see the hope of recovery.

Today I welcome Randy Grimes. Randy was an NFL player with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for ten years; while playing for the Buccaneers and to treat his football-related injuries, Randy considered painkillers to be a "necessary evil". Upon Randy's retirement from the NFL, he spent the next 20 years in the depths of addiction - losing friends, homes and almost his wife Lydia. Lydia stood by him throughout and finally got him into a treatment program that worked for Randy. Now they are giving back through their non-profit, Pro Athletes in Recovery.

A former NFL center, Randy Grimes lived as everyone's all-American—with a successful 10-year career for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a beautiful and devoted college-sweetheart-turned-wife, and two healthy children. But pain took over, and the prescription pills used to treat chronic injuries eventually led to playing in blackouts. When Randy's career ended, the pills continued—feeding an opioid addiction that would last 20+ years and erode his identity, health, and family. When addiction claimed the life of a close friend, Randy finally found the courage to raise his hand and ask for help. This single decision reclaimed Randy's life. Randy found himself having blackouts and waking up with no memory of the game he'd played that afternoon. In spite of this, he was named NFL Man of the Year for his team. After leaving the NFL, Randy's life slid further off center. Without football, he lost his identity, life playbook, and locker room family. In its place, he gained a raging addiction that lasted 20 years and stole nearly everything. Today, Randy is a motivational speaker for Tour de force Speakers and founder of Pro Athletes in Recovery, which provides resources to athletes and others to receive the help they so desperately need. Along with treatment resources, Pro Athletes in Recovery provides aftercare for those who need it. Links: www.daveclosson.com www.preventionleaders.com https://www.daveclosson.com/social-media-links https://offcenterthebook.com/ https://randygrimesspeaks.com/ https://proathletesinrecovery.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dave-closson/support

James Yarcho and David Harrison of SB Nation's BucsNation.com add two more names to the Buccaneers' NFL Draft Board as Jameson Williams and Jake Ferguson join the list of wide receiver and tight end targets.Then, the two make some Super Bowl predictions, including the winner between the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night.Finally, Locked On Podcast Network is in L.A. for the big game, and former Bucs offensive lineman Randy Grimes stopped by for a quick chat.All of that, on this episode of the Locked On Bucs Podcast!Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Bucs Podcast on these platforms…Apple: https://apple.co/3iOePFkSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3BwlScYAudacy: https://bit.ly/3FAcIhVGoogle: https://bit.ly/2X0IEdSMegaphone: https://bit.ly/3uZOcSoFollow Locked On Podcast Network on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNetworkCheck out all of our NFL Coverage: linktr.ee/lockedonnflFollow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JYarcho_BUCSFollow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DHarrison82Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.GetUpsideJust download the FREE GetUpside App and use promo code TOUCHDOWN to get 25 cents per gallon or more cash back on your first tank.#TampaBayBuccaneers #NFLDraft #SuperBowl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Randy Grimes joins the Bois at Radio Row

Bill reacts to news that Saints RB Alvin Kamara was arrested in Las Vegas after the Pro Bowl, former Tampa Buccaneers center Randy Grimes joins the program and Bill is joined on the phone by best-selling author Gary Myers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a star center for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Randy Grimes has an incredible life story to share involving his struggles with addiction and how he is now bridging the gap between other professional athletes and their mental fitness.

Former Baylor Bear and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Center, Randy Grimes joins us to speak about his time in the NFL and the transition out of it. Also, recapping TCU's upset over No. 12 Baylor Saturday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The debut of the 2021 NFL season is coming this week and Tom Brady, Mike Evans and Lavonte David are ready to defend their Super Bowl title staring against the Dallas Cowboys.But, on our second edition of the BucPower.com Podcast, we look at another debut. That of new coach Ray Perkins and his 1987 Buccaneers. Historian Paul Stewart and his guests- long-time, Tampa Bay media, Bucs sports writer Joey Johnston and former starting center Randy "Bubba" Grimes look back at the week one destruction of the Atlanta Falcons.Re-live it all with great stories from Joey and Randy, as the Buccaneers, who had won only 4 games the previous two seasons scored (at that time) the most points in a single game in franchise history (48) and had the NFL, at least for a week, buzzing.And, make sure to get all of the great shows/programs on the "BucPower.com Podcast Network" by following/subscribing to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!! 

On this Episode I talk with Randy Grimes a former NFL football players who's journey took him from a pain killer addiction to now almost 12 years sober and giving back to the very thing that ruined his life. Thanks and I hope you enjoy the show! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brent-bryant/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brent-bryant/support

A former NFL center, Randy Grimes lived as everyone's all-American—with a successful 10-year career for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a beautiful and devoted college-sweetheart-turned-wife, and two healthy children. But pain took over, and the prescription pills used to treat chronic injuries eventually led to playing in blackouts. When Randy's career ended, the pills continued—feeding an opioid addiction that would last 20+ years and erode his identity, health, and family. When addiction claimed the life of a close friend, Randy finally found the courage to raise his hand and ask for help. This single decision reclaimed Randy's life. The decision to walk or crawl into rehab became his standing point. Randy's life mission is to help men and women find long term sobriety. As a retired NFL player, Randy works with them to promote and advocate for the players and the players family. With sobriety becoming such a national crisis, awareness and education is becoming Randy's life's mission. What an honor it was for me to interview Randy. I watched Randy play at the highest level on Sundays. Now hearing his story makes me appreciate his battle even more. Please listen like, share and comment on this podcast. I appreciate you for sharing this with those who are affected by addition. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brock-m-bevell/support

Randy Grimes is a former professional football player whose career spanned 10 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Randy Grimes spent 20+ years battling an addiction to pain killers developed while treating career- related injuries. He now uses his inspiring story of recovery and his 10+ years in the addictions industry to help victims of drug and alcohol abuse, as an Interventionist and the founding advocate at Athletes In Recovery.In 2012, Randy launched “Athletes in Recovery,” a program designed to help athletes of all levels find treatment for addiction and mental health, while offering continued support for those already in recovery. Due to the success of Athletes in Recovery, Randy has partnered with the NFL, NHL, Gridiron Greats, After The Impact Fund, MLB, The Jockeys Guild, MMA and a host of collegiate programs to bring further awareness and treatment services to professional and collegiate athletes and their families.

This week's guest is former NFL player, Randy Grimes. During a 10 year career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Randy began using powerful prescription opioids to manage the pain of chronic  injuries. When his time on the gridiron ended, his life spiraled out of control for the next 20+ years.When Randy learned that addiction had claimed the life a close friend whom he had played alongside in the NFL, he decided to ask for help. Randy has made it his life's mission to change the way we think about life and death issues such as substance use disorders, addiction, mental health, trauma and suicide. Today Randy is a motivational speaker, Interventionist and the founding advocate for the Athletes in Recovery Program. Randy is also a regular commentator for national TV networks and media such as The NFL Network, CNN, Fox Sports and many others and recently joined the Board of Directors for Florida Recovery Schools of Tampa Bay.Family is very important to Randy and we would be remiss if we did not mention that he works very closely with his wife, Lydia, to help families recover. Lydia is a Certified Family Addiction Coach and also a keynote presenter. Randy and Lydia met at Baylor University and have two children. This podcast was started to get the word out that recovery is possible, no matter what situation you may find yourself in. Whether you are struggling with addiction yourself or you are the family member/friend of someone who is suffering, please know that there is hope for recovery.www.proathletesinrecovery.orgwww.randygrimesspeaks.comwww.tpoftampa.comwww.thepointisrecoverypodcast.comwww.facebook.com/TurningPointofTampawww.twitter.com/TurningPointTPAwww.instagram.com/turningpointtpawww.youtube.com/user/TurningPointofTampawww.facebook.com/ThePointisRecoveryPodcastwww.instagram.com/thepointisrecoverypodcast

Episode 8 on our Podcast "Somewhere In Between" with Coach Mulls and The Coop you will listen to or watch the awesome gripping tale of a great NFL player, Randy Grimes (10 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers).   Randy digs into his ten years as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer where he played with some of the best NFL players of all time. Randy played in a decade full of violent contact like is never seen in today's game, and he loved it and shows how much he misses it. Randy's story of severe addiction to painkillers in the NFL during his career that lasted years after he left the league trying to survive to take care of his wife and kids. He is an inspiration for anyone who faces the struggles of life and how to turn your life around. Support this podcast

Randy Grimes was an NFL player with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He considered taking painkillers to be a "necessary evil" - part of the job description. However, he left the NFL addicted to painkillers and spent the next 20 years in the depths of addiction - losing friends and almost his lovely wife - Lydia. Lydia stood by him throughout that whole time and finally got him into a treatment program that stuck. Now they are giving back through their non-profit, Pro Athletes in Recovery.  Hear from Randy and the woman who helped to save him.

For some athletes, using painkillers is the norm, but it can get out of control... and quickly.Playing a sport professionally requires discipline and hard work, but it can also take a tremendous toll on your body. For some athletes, using painkillers is the norm, but it can get out of control... and quickly. Randy Grimes is a former professional football player whose career spanned 10 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Randy spent over 20 years battling an addiction to pain pills that he developed while in the NFL. Randy shares his story and discusses the work he does helping athletes —- and anyone struggling with addiction —- find a path to recovery and freedom from addiction.

Playing a sport professionally requires discipline and hard work, but it can also take a tremendous toll on your body. For some athletes, using painkillers is the norm, but it can get out of control... and quickly. Randy Grimes is a former professional football player whose career spanned 10 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Randy spent over 20 years battling an addiction to pain pills that he developed while in the NFL. Randy shares his story and discusses the work he does helping athletes —- and anyone struggling with addiction —- find a path to recovery and freedom from addiction.

When we think of athletes and drugs, it's general performance enhancing drugs like steroids.  However, when you are a professional athlete and your job depends on your performance, it's easy to depend on pain killers to get through the next game or the next tournament.  That's what happened to former Tampa Bay Bucs offensive lineman and NFL player Randy Grimes.  He ended his football career addicted to pain killers.  He's clean and sober now and helpoing others get sober. This is his story.