Podcasts by The Game Before the Money: Oral History of Pro and College Football

Author John Eisenberg Talks Rocket Men from 2023-11-30T09:41:44

Football author John Eisenberg discusses his latest book, "Rocket Men: The Black Quarterbacks Who Revolutionized Pro Football." He celebrates the careers of Warren Moon, Doug Williams, James Har...

E90: Dermontti Dawson Hall of Fame Center from 2023-10-14T10:47:57

Steelers Hall of Fame center Dermontti Dawson shares stories about his life and career, from playing college ball at Kentucky to being elected to the Hall of Fame.

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E89: Eddie Meador - A Look Back from 2023-09-05T12:59:02

Rams legendary defensive back Eddie Meador shares stories in this reposting of one of the first episodes of The Game Before the Money. Meador passed away in September of 2023. Reposting the podc...

E88: The Legend of Charley Trippi with TJ Troup from 2023-07-31T08:49:57

Football historian and author T.J. Troup outlines the greatness of Hall of Famer Charley Trippi.

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E87: Chris Willis of NFL Films Talks Bronko Nagurski from 2023-06-30T13:18:39

Author and NFL Films head research librarian Chris Willis discusses his book about Bronko Nagurski. He discusses Nagurski’s life and career and drops many football history nuggets.

The Ga...

E86: Upton Bell 1960s NFL Draft Stories from 2023-04-25T11:36:28

Former Colts executive Upton Bell shares NFL Draft stories from the 1960s, including stories previously never told about the NFL/AFL war. He also discusses scouting star players he drafted and h...

E85: Three Super Bowl Interviews from 2023-02-10T11:34:39

Super Bowl 30 MVP Larry Brown of the Cowboys, two-time Super Bowl winner Dan Neil of the Broncos, and Colts executive Upton Bell share their Super Bowl memories and insight into this year’s game...

E84: Hall of Famer Carl Eller Interview from 2023-02-02T11:28:41

Hall of Famer Carl Eller discusses playing in 4 Super Bowls with the Vikings, Mike Ditka’s Gridiron Greats initiative that assists former players, and his love of Pork Rind Appreciation Day.

E83: Chuck Foreman - Minnesota Legend from 2023-01-28T09:49:19

Minnesota Vikings legend Chuck Foreman talks about his NFL career, playing college football at Miami, and the athletes of his era.

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E80: Immaculate Reception, Franco Harris, Christmas Eve NFL from 2022-12-23T13:51:25

1970s Steelers assistant coach Lionel Taylor talks about his play call on the famous Immaculate Reception play. Host Jackson Michael gives facts about the game and Franco Harris. He also talks a...

E79: Dan Fouts - Charger Power! from 2022-12-09T17:06:38

Dan Fouts shares about his Hall of Fame career as quarterback of the San Diego Chargers. He discusses Don Coryell’s “Air Coryell” offense and grants insight into the famous Chargers vs Dolphins ...

E78: Jim Tunney NFL Referee Interview from 2022-12-02T17:32:33

Legendary NFL referee Jim Tunney discusses famous NFL games he officiated, including the 1981 NFC Championship Game featuring “The Catch” and the 1979 AFC Championship Game featuring the Mike Re...

E77: Thanksgiving Football with Upton Bell from 2022-11-23T13:25:42

Former Colts and Patriots executive Upton Bell shares the history of Thanksgiving NFL games. He discusses his favorite moments, how NFL Thanksgiving games have changed, and the first televised N...

E76: Interview with Raider Legend Tom Flores from 2022-11-11T17:53:23

Raiders Hall of Fame coach Tom Flores reflects on moments from Super Bowl 15 and Super Bowl 18. He also shares about playing quarterback for the Raiders in the 1960s in the American Football Lea...

Ep 75: Remembering Charley Trippi with Upton Bell from 2022-10-22T10:16:38

Former NFL executive Upton Bell shares his memories of the great Charley Trippi, including meeting him at the Cardinals training camp in 1947 and seeing Trippi score two touchdowns in the 1947 N...

Ep 74: Texas Longhorns and Denver Broncos legend Dan Neil talks Texas Alabama and Week 1 NFL from 2022-09-10T10:02:07

Dan Neil, an All-American with Texas and a Super Bowl Champion with the Denver Broncos, previews the Alabama at Texas game, week 1 in the NFL, and remembers the Texas Longhorns winning the 1996 ...

E73: NFL War Heroes with Upton Bell from 2022-08-23T16:56:29

Upton Bell, son of NFL commissioner Bert Bell, shares about NFL icons were American heroes off the football field during World War I and World War II. He also tells the story of how his father m...

E72: Tony Franklin NFL Kicker Interview from 2022-08-13T11:14:04

NFL Kicker Tony Franklin tells why he kicked barefoot in the NFL, how he set the NCAA record with two 60-yard field goals in one game, and playing against Earl Campbell in high school.

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E71: Football History Radio: Dick Vermeil Interview and More from 2022-08-12T14:58:58

Dick Vermeil interview, remembering Vin Scully, looking at Dolphins owner suspension. The popular football history podcast is now a national radio show! Airing Saturdays from 11am-Noon Eastern/1...

E70: Leigh Steinberg - Super Agent - Full Interview from 2022-07-30T09:00:21

Leigh Steinberg, NFL super agent, interviewed for The Game Before the Money Radio Show. The popular football history podcast, which is also a national radio show, airs Saturdays from 11am-Noon E...

E69: The Game Before the Money Radio Show July 23 2022 NCAA Preview and Celebrating the Kicking Game from 2022-07-26T08:36:03

The popular football history podcast is now a national radio show! Airing Saturdays from 11am-Noon Eastern/10-11 am Central on the SportsMap Radio Network. Connecting the past, present, and futu...

E68: The Game Before the Money Radio Show - with Bill Butler 50s 60s NFL July 16 2022 from 2022-07-19T15:47:39

The popular football history podcast is now a national radio show! Airing Saturdays from 11am-Noon Eastern/10-11 am Central on the SportsMap Radio Network. Connecting the past, present and futur...

E67: The Game Before the Money Radio Show with Broncos Legend Dan Neil July 9 2022 from 2022-07-09T15:31:43

The popular football history podcast is now a national radio show! Airing Saturdays from 11am-Noon Eastern/10-11 am Central on the SportsMap Radio Network. Connecting the past, present and futur...

E66: The Game Before the Money Radio Show July 2 2022 With Guest Upton Bell from 2022-07-09T14:30:37

The popular football history podcast is now a national radio show on the SportsMap Radio Network! Airing Saturdays from 11am-Noon Eastern/10-11 am Central – connecting the past, present and futu...

E65: Shaun Alexander - Mr. Touchdown from 2022-05-23T07:48:50

Seahawks legend Shaun Alexander discusses scoring 5 TDs in one half on Sunday Night Football, his incredible college career at Alabama, and the friendship he’s had with two other NFL legends sin...

E64: The REAL Story of the NFL Draft - Upton Bell from 2022-04-26T14:15:33

Upton Bell, son of NFL commissioner Bert Bell who invented the draft, tells the real history of the NFL Draft. Upton also shares his drafting experience as an executive with the Colts and Patrio...

E63: Jack Ham Talks Steelers Penn State Greatness from 2022-04-11T07:58:36

Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham tells stories about winning the Orange Bowl with Penn State and the AFC rivalries the Steelers had in the 1970s. He names the two toughest running backs he playe...

E62: Bill Butler of the 50s and 60s Packers, Cowboys, Steelers, Vikings from 2022-03-11T11:00:08

Bill Butler played for the 1959 Green Bay Packers during Vince Lombardi’s first season as head coach. He next played for Tom Landry on the first-ever Dallas Cowboys team. He also played for the ...

E61: Orlando Pace On Dick Vermeil and Rams Super Bowl Win from 2022-02-07T18:11:37

Hall of Fame offensive lineman Orlando Pace talks about playing for Coach Vermeil and winning Super Bowl 34 with the Rams. Coach Vermeil shared his stories on Listen

E55: Bill McColl - Stanford All-American and Chicago Bears Legend from 2021-10-07T12:23:34

Bill McColl shares memories of Stanford winning the 1951 Pacific Coast Conference title and playing in the 1952 Rose Bowl. He also talks about playing for George Halas and the Chicago Bears of t...

E54: Meet George Toma - Groundskeeper for EVERY Super Bowl! from 2021-09-24T14:40:19

George Toma has been the groundskeeper for every single Super Bowl, from Super Bowl I through Super Bowl LV. He shares stories about preparing the field for Super Bowls and the 1966 NFL Champion...

E53: NFL Week 1 -- Best Games Ever from 2021-09-07T12:45:19

Encore presentation about the best NFL Week 1 games in pro football history.

The program highlights Norm Van Brocklin's 554 passing yards, the first-ever AFL game, the first-ever Minnesot...

E53: NFL Week 1 -- Best Games Ever from 2021-09-07T12:45:19

Encore presentation about the best NFL Week 1 games in pro football history.

The program highlights Norm Van Brocklin's 554 passing yards, the first-ever AFL game, the first-ever Minneso...

E52: Al Denson - AFL Broncos, HBCU Legend from 2021-08-24T12:45:30

Al Denson shares memories about his career with the Denver Broncos and playing for legendary Florida A&M coach Jake Gaither.

Denson led the American Football League in TD catches in 1967....

E51: Johnny Manziel Talks 2012 Game vs Alabama from 2021-07-29T07:52:18

Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel shares insights about the signature game of his career – leading Texas A&M to a victory at Alabama in 2012. Host Jackson Michael guides listeners through key...

Ep 50: Willie Roaf - Saints, Chiefs, Hall of Fame from 2021-07-19T08:18:38

Willie Roaf shares memories of growing up in Arkansas, his college career at Louisiana Tech, and his Hall of Fame NFL career with the New Orleans Saints and Kansas City Chiefs. Roaf stands as on...

Ep 49: Dick Vermeil – Four Decade NFL Head Coach from 2021-06-24T09:29:36

Dick Vermeil shares memories of coaching the Eagles, Rams, and Chiefs. He also discusses winning the Rose Bowl at UCLA, growing up in California, and his friendship with Bill Walsh. Coach Vermei...

Ep 48: Hidden Stories of Super Bowl 3 from 2021-05-22T16:35:50

Baltimore Colts Director of Player Personnel Upton Bell takes us behind the scenes of Super Bowl 3 between the Colts and the New York Jets. We all know about Joe Namath and the story of the Jets...

Ep 47: 1974 Pittsburgh Steelers - Best NFL Draft Class Ever? from 2021-04-19T16:01:40

Lionel Taylor, Charlie Davis, and Vito Stellino discuss the 1974 Pittsburgh Steelers NFL Draft class that produced 4 Pro Football Hall of Fame members: Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, John Stallworth,...

Ep 46: 1958 NFL Championship – An Insider’s Look at the Game that Changed the NFL Forever from 2021-04-06T12:19:36

Upton Bell’s father Bert Bell was NFL Commissioner when the Baltimore Colts defeated the New York Giants in overtime to claim the 1958 NFL Championship Game. The game is often called “The Greate...

Ep 45: Hugh McElhenny -- Long Live the King! from 2021-03-16T07:45:42

Hall of Famer Hugh “The King” McElhenny shared stories via email for this episode of The Game Before the Money Podcast. McElhenny is best known for his years with the San Francisco 49ers in the ...

Ep 44: NFL Defensive Plays that Won Championships from 2021-02-03T10:40:55

Hear about three of the greatest defensive plays in NFL history. Each clinched a victory in the NFL Championship Game during the 1960s. Two were made by Hall of Famers.

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Ep 43: Super Bowl Quarterbacks from 2021-01-27T11:53:17

Did you know that only a handful of NFL quarterbacks have won the Super Bowl? A mere 4 quarterbacks have combined to win 30 percent of all Super Bowls and only 33 quarterbacks have ever won the ...

Ep 42: How Lamar Hunt and Hank Stram Built the Kansas City Chiefs from 2021-01-20T17:50:03

Lamar Hunt founded both the American Football League and the Kansas City Chiefs. He hired Hank Stram as the team’s head coach and the franchise won more AFL championships than any other team. Le...

EP 41: Matt Birk - Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl Journey and the Mile High Miracle from 2021-01-13T17:54:06

Baltimore Ravens center Matt Birk talks about the Ravens journey to Super Bowl 47 and the famous “Mile High Miracle” in the 2012 NFL Playoffs. Birk takes you onto the field and into the Ravens h...

Ep 40: 1948 NFL Championship – The Cornerstone of Super Bowl Sunday from 2020-12-28T09:14:20

Upton Bell shares his memories of attending the 1948 NFL Championship Game with his father, NFL commissioner Bert Bell, in this episode of The Game before the Money Podcast. This episode also in...

Ep 39: HOUSTON OILERS -- Luv Ya Blue! 1978 and 1979 NFL Seasons from 2020-12-12T10:57:36

Members of the Luv Ya Blue era Houston Oilers reflect on the magical seasons of 1978 and 1979. Join Elvin Bethea, Robert Brazile, Dan Pastorini, Mike Renfro, Billy “White Shoes” Johnson, Kenny B...

Ep 38: BOYD DOWLER : Packers Legend Chats Lombardi and More from 2020-11-19T18:04:27

Green Bay Packers legend Boyd Dowler joins The Game before the Money Podcast and brings us into the Packers' locker room with stories about winning 5 NFL championships under Vince Lombardi. Hear...

Ep 37: Chad Hennings -- Veteran's Day Salute with Air Force, Dallas Cowboys Legend from 2020-11-10T10:25:08

Chad Hennings shares stories about dangerous flying missions during the Gulf War and Super Bowl wins with the Dallas Cowboys. We repost this episode to honor our veterans. 

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Ep 37: Chad Hennings -- Veteran's Day Salute with Air Force, Dallas Cowboys Legend from 2020-11-10T10:25:08

Chad Hennings shares stories about dangerous flying missions during the Gulf War and Super Bowl wins with the Dallas Cowboys. We repost this episode to honor our veterans. 

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Ep 36: PETE KOCH – Chiefs, Raiders, Film Star from 2020-11-04T15:54:30

Pete Koch interviews with The Game before the Money Podcast and talks about his NFL career and starring in the movie Heartbreak Ridge with Clint Eastwood.

Pete Koch talks about being a fi...

Ep 36: PETE KOCH – Chiefs, Raiders, Film Star from 2020-11-04T15:54:30

Pete Koch interviews with The Game before the Money Podcast and talks about his NFL career and starring in the movie Heartbreak Ridge with Clint Eastwood.

Pete Koch talks about being a f...

Ep 35: Bob Griese – 2 SB Wins After Injury Like Dak Prescott’s from 2020-10-27T16:52:58

Bob Griese, the Miami Dolphins’ Hall of Fame quarterback, talks about playing in the 1972 AFC Championship Game after returning from a dislocated ankle injury similar to that of Dallas Cowboys q...

Ep 35: Bob Griese – 2 SB Wins After Injury Like Dak Prescott’s from 2020-10-27T16:52:58

Bob Griese, the Miami Dolphins’ Hall of Fame quarterback, talks about playing in the 1972 AFC Championship Game after returning from a dislocated ankle injury similar to that of Dallas Cowboys q...

Ep 34: Presidential Football: U.S. Presidents and Football from 2020-10-22T10:25:10

What future president played football against Jim Thorpe? What president won an NCAA national championship? Who is the only president to attend an AFL game? Find out the answers on this episode....

Ep 34: Presidential Football: U.S. Presidents and Football from 2020-10-22T10:25:10

What future president played football against Jim Thorpe? What president won an NCAA national championship? Who is the only president to attend an AFL game? Find out the answers on this episode....

Ep 33: John Lobon of the Syracuse 8 -- 50 Years Later from 2020-10-14T13:06:47

John Lobon shares his experience as a member of the Syracuse 8, a group of Syracuse football players who stood up for student-athlete rights and against racial injustice. The players were ultima...

Ep 33: John Lobon of the Syracuse 8 -- 50 Years Later from 2020-10-14T13:06:47

John Lobon shares his experience as a member of the Syracuse 8, a group of Syracuse football players who stood up for student-athlete rights and against racial injustice. The players were ultima...

Ep 32: Ron McDole -- Bills, Redskins, NFL Legend "The Dancing Bear" from 2020-10-06T21:44:37

Ron McDole shares NFL and AFL stories on The Game Before the Money Podcast. He is the NFL's all-time leader in interceptions by a defensive lineman. His storied 18-year career includes winning t...

Ep 32: Ron McDole -- Bills, Redskins, NFL Legend "The Dancing Bear" from 2020-10-06T21:44:37

Ron McDole shares NFL and AFL stories on The Game Before the Money Podcast. He is the NFL's all-time leader in interceptions by a defensive lineman. His storied 18-year career includes winning t...

Ep 31: Columbia Football and the Manhattan Project from 2020-09-29T14:40:36

Did you know the Columbia University football team helped with the Manhattan Project? Don’t feel bad if you didn’t know that – the players didn’t know either!

Learn what role the...

Ep 31: Columbia Football and the Manhattan Project from 2020-09-29T14:40:36

Did you know the Columbia University football team helped with the Manhattan Project? Don’t feel bad if you didn’t know that – the players didn’t know either!

Learn what role the Columbia...

Ep 30: Walt Garrison -- Dallas Cowboys -- Stories From the Vault from 2020-09-22T17:38:25

Walt Garrison played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1966-1974. In this podcast, you will hear excerpts from his interview for The Game before the Money: Voices of the Men Who Built the NFL. You wil...

Ep 30: Walt Garrison -- Dallas Cowboys -- Stories From the Vault from 2020-09-22T17:38:25

Walt Garrison played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1966-1974. In this podcast, you will hear excerpts from his interview for The Game before the Money: Voices of the Men Who Built the NFL. You wil...

Ep 29: GREAT NFL SEASON OPENERS from 2020-09-15T20:39:31

We toast the kickoff to the 2020 NFL season by celebrating some of the best NFL Week 1 games of all-time. What are some of the best Week 1 moments in NFL history?

We look at some record-s...

Ep 29: GREAT NFL SEASON OPENERS from 2020-09-15T20:39:31

We toast the kickoff to the 2020 NFL season by celebrating some of the best NFL Week 1 games of all-time. What are some of the best Week 1 moments in NFL history?

We look at some record-...

Ep 28: Karl Mecklenburg – 1980s Broncos Stories and More from 2020-09-08T23:40:39

Karl Mecklenburg played linebacker for the Denver Broncos and helped guide the team to three Super Bowls. Hear him share memories of “The Drive” in the 1986 AFC Championship Game and “The Fumble...

Ep 28: Karl Mecklenburg – 1980s Broncos Stories and More from 2020-09-08T23:40:39

Karl Mecklenburg played linebacker for the Denver Broncos and helped guide the team to three Super Bowls. Hear him share memories of “The Drive” in the 1986 AFC Championship Game and “The Fumble...

Ep 27: A Brief History of Football Protests from 2020-09-01T10:16:41

Have the recent boycotts in the NBA and Major League Baseball made you wonder if national events and protests affected pro and college football in the past?

This episode of The G...

Ep 27: A Brief History of Football Protests from 2020-09-01T10:16:41

Have the recent boycotts in the NBA and Major League Baseball made you wonder if national events and protests affected pro and college football in the past?

This episode of The Game befor...

Ep 26: Goose Gonsoulin: Stories from the Vault. PLUS 2021 HOF Class! from 2020-08-26T09:27:08

In an exciting new addition to The Game before the Money Podcast we premiere, “Stories from the Vault” – great moments from the interviews for The Game before the Money: Voices of the Men Who Bu...

Ep 26: Goose Gonsoulin: Stories from the Vault. PLUS 2021 HOF Class! from 2020-08-26T09:27:08

In an exciting new addition to The Game before the Money Podcast we premiere, “Stories from the Vault” – great moments from the interviews for The Game before the Money: Voices of the Men Who Bu...

Ep 25: Pete Brewster talks 50s Browns, Super Bowl 4 Chiefs from 2020-08-18T15:38:04

Pete Brewster played nine seasons in the NFL, including seven with Paul Brown’s legendary Cleveland Browns of the 1950s and made the Pro Bowl as a receiver. He also worked as an assistant coach ...

Ep 25: Pete Brewster talks 50s Browns, Super Bowl 4 Chiefs from 2020-08-18T15:38:04

Pete Brewster played nine seasons in the NFL, including seven with Paul Brown’s legendary Cleveland Browns of the 1950s and made the Pro Bowl as a receiver. He also worked as an assistant coach ...

Ep 24: The Amazing Story of Night Train Lane from 2020-08-11T18:17:50

Many fans know that Dick “Night Train” Lane holds the single-season interception record. Did you also know he also co-holds the record for the longest touchdown reception in Cardinals history? H...

Ep 24: The Amazing Story of Night Train Lane from 2020-08-11T18:17:50

Many fans know that Dick “Night Train” Lane holds the single-season interception record. Did you also know he also co-holds the record for the longest touchdown reception in Cardinals history? H...

Ep 23: Richard Nixon Talks Football with George Allen from 2020-08-04T13:38:40

President Richard Nixon called to congratulate Washington Redskins head coach George Allen his team defeated the Dallas Cowboys in October of 1972. This episode features the lion’s share of thei...

Ep 23: Richard Nixon Talks Football with George Allen from 2020-08-04T13:38:40

President Richard Nixon called to congratulate Washington Redskins head coach George Allen his team defeated the Dallas Cowboys in October of 1972. This episode features the lion’s share of thei...

Ep 22: Roger Zatkoff -- NFL and Michigan Legend Shares Stories from 2020-07-28T08:55:20

Roger Zatkoff starred at linebacker for the University of Michigan in the early 1950s. He went on to star in the NFL for the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. He won the NFL Championship with...

Ep 22: Roger Zatkoff -- NFL and Michigan Legend Shares Stories from 2020-07-28T08:55:20

Roger Zatkoff starred at linebacker for the University of Michigan in the early 1950s. He went on to star in the NFL for the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. He won the NFL Championship with...

Ep 21: The 1972 Oakland Raiders from 2020-07-21T15:09:18

Can a season be defined by one play? 

The 1972 Oakland Raiders are best remembered as the team on the wrong side of the Pittsburgh Steelers Immaculate Reception play. What was th...

Ep 21: The 1972 Oakland Raiders from 2020-07-21T15:09:18

Can a season be defined by one play? 

The 1972 Oakland Raiders are best remembered as the team on the wrong side of the Pittsburgh Steelers Immaculate Reception play. What was ...

Ep 20: 4 Character and Leadership Lessons from 1970s NFL Football from 2020-07-14T09:16:05

You often hear people say, "Football builds character." 

Here are four life lessons that can be gleaned from 1970s NFL football that you can apply to your life and career today!<...

Ep 20: 4 Character and Leadership Lessons from 1970s NFL Football from 2020-07-14T09:16:05

You often hear people say, "Football builds character." 

Here are four life lessons that can be gleaned from 1970s NFL football that you can apply to your life and career today!

Th...

Ep 19: NFL Teams That Have Changed Names -- 5 Mins of FB History from 2020-07-07T07:56:33

What NFL franchises have changed nicknames through the years? We look at 5 franchises who have rebranded themselves under a new name. Teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chicago Bears, New Yo...

Ep 19: NFL Teams That Have Changed Names -- 5 Mins of FB History from 2020-07-07T07:56:33

What NFL franchises have changed nicknames through the years? We look at 5 franchises who have rebranded themselves under a new name. Teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chicago Bears, New Yo...

Ep 18: The National High School Rushing Record -- Derrick Henry and Ken Hall from 2020-06-30T08:23:57

Ken Hall owned the national high school rushing record for 59 years until NFL star Derrick Henry broke the record in 2012. Learn about the history of the record and where NFL greats like Emmitt ...

Ep 18: The National High School Rushing Record -- Derrick Henry and Ken Hall from 2020-06-30T08:23:57

Ken Hall owned the national high school rushing record for 59 years until NFL star Derrick Henry broke the record in 2012. Learn about the history of the record and where NFL greats like Emmitt ...

Ep 17: Dub Jones -- Cleveland Browns Legend Remembers Championships, Scoring 6 TDs in One Game from 2020-06-26T12:45:38

Dub Jones played for the Cleveland Browns during their glory days winning championships in the NFL and AAFC. He is one of only three players in NFL history to score 6 touchdowns in one game. He ...

Ep 17: Dub Jones -- Cleveland Browns Legend Remembers Championships, Scoring 6 TDs in One Game from 2020-06-26T12:45:38

Dub Jones played for the Cleveland Browns during their glory days winning championships in the NFL and AAFC. He is one of only three players in NFL history to score 6 touchdowns in one game. He ...

Ep 16: Super Bowl 54 and Great NFL QB Comebacks from 2020-06-23T11:52

A look at Pat Mahomes leading the Kansas City Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl 54 after entering the fourth quarter trailing by 10 points and what similarities that comeback has with two other gr...

Ep 16: Super Bowl 54 and Great NFL QB Comebacks from 2020-06-23T11:52

A look at Pat Mahomes leading the Kansas City Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl 54 after entering the fourth quarter trailing by 10 points and what similarities that comeback has with two other gr...

Ep 15: Gale Sayers -- 6 TDs in 1 Game! 5 Minutes of Football History from 2020-06-16T09:14:56

Chicago Bears rookie Gale Sayers scored on the Bears first possession against the San Francisco 49ers on December 12, 1965. He scored two more touchdowns in the second quarter. Then he kept righ...

Ep 15: Gale Sayers -- 6 TDs in 1 Game! 5 Minutes of Football History from 2020-06-16T09:14:56

Chicago Bears rookie Gale Sayers scored on the Bears first possession against the San Francisco 49ers on December 12, 1965. He scored two more touchdowns in the second quarter. Then he kept righ...

Ep 14: Coach Jake Gaither -- Legendary FAMU Coach -- 5 Minutes of Football History from 2020-06-09T10:14:31

Bengals legend Ken Riley recently passed away. In this Five Minutes of Football History we celebrate his college coach Jake Gaither. Coach Gaither stood as one of the most successful and respect...

Ep 14: Coach Jake Gaither -- Legendary FAMU Coach -- 5 Minutes of Football History from 2020-06-09T10:14:31

Bengals legend Ken Riley recently passed away. In this Five Minutes of Football History we celebrate his college coach Jake Gaither. Coach Gaither stood as one of the most successful and respect...

Ep 13: Great QBs Who Changed Teams - 5 Mins of FB History from 2020-06-02T10:51:53

In this weekly episode of 5 Minutes of Football History, I look at great quarterbacks who finished their careers with new teams, like Tom Brady is doing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

5 M...

Ep 13: Great QBs Who Changed Teams - 5 Mins of FB History from 2020-06-02T10:51:53

In this weekly episode of 5 Minutes of Football History, I look at great quarterbacks who finished their careers with new teams, like Tom Brady is doing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

5 ...

Ep 12: A Tribute to Don Shula -- 5 Mins of Football History from 2020-05-26T07:26:20

Don Shula stands as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. His name is forever attached to the Miami Dolphins but he also coached another franchise to the Super Bowl. 

Did y...

Ep 12: A Tribute to Don Shula -- 5 Mins of Football History from 2020-05-26T07:26:20

Don Shula stands as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history. His name is forever attached to the Miami Dolphins but he also coached another franchise to the Super Bowl. 

Did you know t...

Ep. 11: Pandemic Football -- Five Minutes of Football History from 2020-05-19T08:19:44

The Spanish Flu pandemic ravaged the 1918 College Football Season. Some teams didn't play a single game, while others played only three or four. Hear how major football teams such as Michigan, N...

Ep. 11: Pandemic Football -- Five Minutes of Football History from 2020-05-19T08:19:44

The Spanish Flu pandemic ravaged the 1918 College Football Season. Some teams didn't play a single game, while others played only three or four. Hear how major football teams such as Michigan, N...

Episode 10: Marv Levy on his Hall of Fame Life and Career from 2020-03-05T19:36:29

Coach Levy led the Buffalo Bills to four straight Super Bowls. Most NFL fans know him for that epic run. His life story and coaching history proves incredible beyond that remarkable feat. In fac...

Episode 9: Tom Osborne and Nebraska Football Pt. 2 from 2020-01-09T19:25:04

This is part two of a two-part series with Tom Osborne. We delve into Coach Osborne's head coaching career in this episode. Osborne led Nebraska to three national championships in four years. He...

EPISODE 8: Tom Osborne and Nebraska Football Part 1 from 2019-06-06T11:21:17

Nebraska football coaching legend Tom Osborne joins The Game Before the Money Podcast. In Part 1 of a two-part series, we discuss his early life, his time working as an assistant for legendary N...

EPISODE 7: John Wooten -- Browns Legend, 64 NFL Championship, Stories of Jim Brown, Paul Brown, Ernie Davis from 2019-04-22T17:46:30

John Wooten truly is a legend. Coming into the NFL in 1959, he blocked for Jim Brown, played for Paul Brown, and was a key part of the 1964 Cleveland Browns NFL championship team. Hear him share...

Episode 6: Eddie Meador -- LA Rams All-Time Interception Leader from 2019-01-05T13:40:19

Eddie Meador played defensive back for the Los Angeles Rams from 1959-1970. The Pro Football Hall of Fame named him to their 1960s All-Decade Team. Nearly 50 years after his last game, Eddie sti...

Episode 5: Terry Baker -- 1962 Heisman Trophy Winner from 2018-11-28T11:02:32

TERRY BAKER won the 1962 Heisman Trophy. He also played in the 1963 Final Four. Sports Illustrated named him Sportsman of the Year in 1962, and he was the first-overall pick of the 1963 NFL Draf...

Episode 4: Bert Bell -- The Great Commissioner from 2018-10-25T16:01:08

Bert Bell founded the Philadelphia Eagles in 1933. In 1946, he took over as NFL Commissioner. His innovations provide a backbone for the modern game and pro sports in general. A few of his innov...

Episode 3: Ron McDole -- Bills AFL Championships, Redskins Over the Hill Gang from 2018-09-29T18:21:52

Ron McDole on The Game Before the Money Podcast. He is the NFL's all-time leader in interceptions by a defensive lineman. His storied 18-year career includes winning the 1964 and 1965 AFL Champi...

Episode 2: Pete Koch -- Bengals, Chiefs, Raiders -- Film Star from 2018-09-17T15:41:35

Pete Koch joins The Game before the Money podcast. Pete was a first-round draft pick of the Bengals in 1984, and later played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Raiders. He also starred ...

Episode 1: Chad Hennings -- Dallas Cowboys Legend, 3x Super Bowl Champ from 2018-09-06T19:15:01

Dallas Cowboys legend Chad Hennings joins The Game Before the Money. The 3x Super Bowl Champ discusses the adversity the Cowboys overcame to win, his fighter jet experience in the Gulf War, and ...

The Game Before the Money Podcast -- Preseason Episode from 2018-08-23T16:39

Opening episode describing podcast and announcing first guests. Take a step back in time with pro and college football legends. Based on the book, The Game before the Money: Voices of the Men Wh...