NFL Films: Tales From The Vault

Introductions for Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel are brief as it's time to prepare for the NFL Playoffs!  Matt explains the mental focus for players getting ready for playoff gameday and how it changes as teams advance.  Reliving the sad memory of attending a Super Bowl party following a loss, Matt explains why he didn't watch the game after the season. Bobby needs to know how NFL teammate gifts compare to those he exchanged with his DWTS partner! Hall of Famer Kurt Warner drops by and reveals the NFC team he thinks is still on the rise and which team could unseat the Chiefs.  Having a 'special' QB is the ingredient that several teams are missing, but is there a 'special' QB coming in the Draft? Kurt explains how teams without a top pick can still make impact moves in the offseason. Moving on, Bobby recalls his childhood fandom of the WWE and why his appreciaton of the sport is so different as an adult.  Who were your favorite wrestlers and have you ever gotten to meet them?  We wrap with NFL playoff picks and the one game that could truly go either way! Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1989 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed the Legend Al Davis.  The Raiders owner discussed his philosophies on offense and defense and how Davis always wanted to know what the Raiders were about.  Steve highlights the great pride Davis took in Bill Walsh's first job being with the Raiders.  Davis was proud of the loyalty and code his organization had along with the fear and mystique his teams had on the field. The team looked for specific kind of players and often took chances that other teams wouldn't take.  You'll also hear one of the most famous quotes in NFL Films history and the origin story for 'Just win, baby!'.  Stay tuned for next week when Davis discusses his upbringing and what he wanted his legacy to be. The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1995 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed QB Jim McMahon.  The Super Bowl Champion looked back on the 1985 season and his relationship with Head Coach Mike Ditka.  Jim recalls his contentious relationship with Ditka, who called the plays but often saw them changed at the line by McMahon.  Steve asks about the sole loss that season, as Chicago had started the season 12-0 before losing to the Dolphins.  Jim looks at his experiences during Super Week which included being wrongly quoted, mooning a helicopter, the Super Bowl Shuffle, the cover of Rolling Stone magazine and his infamous headband.  Steve wraps up with the amazing talent surrounding Jim on those Chicago teams and how the players off the field personalities were so different than their gridiron personas. The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2007 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Head Coach Sean Payton. Sean starts with what he learned from mentor Bill Parcells including his motto of 'Don't Eat the Cheese'. Sean mirrored Parcells as a tough but fair head coach that doesn't mind confrontation. Having just taken the Saints job, Payton lists some of the things he'll be changing off the field, like the pregame music and the locker rooms. Steve explores Payton's decision to accept the job in New Orleans despite first interviewing in Green Bay. Sean looks back to his first coaching job at San Diego State and the moment he realized he wasn't going to succeed as a player. Speaking of playing, Payton was a replacement player for the Bears in 1987 and recalls being interviewed by Larry King about the strike. Now in New Orleans, Sean looks at his amazing first season and building momentum with the team and the city.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1997 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Hall of Famer Bill Parcells. Bill discusses his decision at the time to leave the New England Patriots for the New York Jets. Steve explores Parcell's philosophy of having total control as a head coach and GM of a franchise and why there are only so many people that can handle the responsibility. Bill looks back to some of his fondest memories with the Giants and digs even deeper to when he coached against Steve Sabol's college team. Bill refutes tales of not wanting to draft certain players and counter's Steve quoting Winston Churchill with a Churchill quote of his own. Steve and Bill exchange some good natured ribbing at each other while we also learn that Parcell's real name....actually isn't Bill.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1986 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Hall of Famer John Madden. Steve starts off with John talking about his philosophy on what it takes to be a football player. We hear John's perspective on being part of several famous plays the Raiders took part in like The Immaculate Reception, The Holy Roller, and The Ghost to the Post. After talking games with names, Steve moved onto Madden's stories with Raiders greats Ken Stabler and Al Davis. The Coach always thought it was difficult to understand the complex Raiders owner when most articles and TV pieces tried to simplify him. We also hear some special moments Andrea shared with Madden during her interviews with the Coach.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1999 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed Hall of Famer Jim Brown. Jim looks back at his days of playing in the NFL and the relationships he built with those around him. Steve explores why Jim almost quit football and all of the job offers he received before playing in the NFL. Jim explains his belief of not going out of bounds and why QB's shouldn't slide to avoid being hit. Jim also never drank water during games and tells Steve why he thought it affected his conditioning and mindset while playing. Jim remembers being an advocate for his teammates and reveals what he hoped those teammates would say about Jim's playing days. Join us for Part 2 next week when we look at Jim's life after the NFL as an actor and a political advocate.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 1997 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed former NFL defensive end Reggie White. Fresh off of his 1st Super Bowl Championship, Reggie explores his decision to leave the Eagles and join the Packers and even reveals other teams he was considering playing for. Outside of football, Reggie explains the importance of his ministries and how he planned to do more than just preach to those in need.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2010 when NFL Films Steve Sabol interviewed San Francisco 49ers Head Coach Mike Singletary. The future Hall of Famer discussed why it is so difficult for a great player to become a great coach and who his influences were along the way both on and off the field. . Looking back to his intense playing days, Mike explores his relationships with coaches like Mike Ditka and Buddy Ryan and why his Super Bowl winning team was never able to capture a 2nd championship. We also get an inside glimpse of what happened in Mike's first game as interim head coach when he ordered TE Vernon Davis to the showers during the 3rd quarter after an unnecessary roughness penalty. Enjoy this trip inside the NFL Films Vault to hear this fascinating conversation for the first time in its entirety.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2001 when Steve Sabol interviewed recently retired Cowboys QB Troy Aikman. Having just given his retirement speech 2 months earlier, Troy looked back at how coaches like Norv Turner and Barry Switzer influenced his career but also cites his father as having the biggest impact on the toughness he played with. Troy remembers his fondest memories of his playing days including his first performance in the Super Bowl. Having played his entire career in Dallas, Troy gives his thoughts on having Jerry Jones as the team owner. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Andrea Kremer takes us back to 2010 when NFL Films' Steve Sabol interviewed Head Coach Andy Reid. Coaching the Philadelphia Eagles at the time, Andy discussed his childhood growing up in Los Angeles and how he decided to get into coaching while at BYU. Andy reveals the advice given to him by Bill Parcells about coaching in Philadelphia and explains his relationship with the tough Eagles fans. Steve walks Andy through the Eagles making the tough decisions of trading QB Donovan McNabb and deciding to sign QB Michael Vick.The Tales from the Vault podcast is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.