Coach Leslie Frazier: Iron Sharpening Iron in the NFL

Coach Leslie Frazier: Iron Sharpening Iron in the NFL

From ReFOCUS with Jim Daly by Focus on the Family

January 12, 2026 · 54 min · Episode 75

About this episode

Leslie Frazier discusses integrity and faith in the NFL with Jim Daly.

As the Seattle Seahawks head into the NFL playoffs as the number one seed in the NFC, Leslie Frazier, Assistant Head Coach, speaks with Jim Daly about modeling a life of integrity and maturity in the NFL while pouring into men's lives. Frazier shares about the people who shaped his life as a young man, player, and coach. He also reveals a longstanding fellowship of coaches in the NFL who are "iron sharpening iron," as they study God's Word and grow spiritually.   We all love rooting for our favorite sports teams, but the stadium is only part of a larger arena in life: God’s kingdom. What does faith look like both on and off the playing field? In this special collection, you’ll hear powerful testimonies from athletes with memorable track records in sports and an even greater legacy in faith. Featuring guests like John Smoltz, Darrell Waltrip, Scott Hamilton, Benjamin Watson and more!   Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.   Encounter with God is for Bible readers seeking to deepen their understanding of God's Word. Encounter with God…

People in this episode

Host: Jim Daly

Guest: Leslie Frazier

Topics covered

  • NFL
  • faith
  • integrity
  • coaching
  • sports
  • spiritual growth

Keywords

  • NFL playoffs
  • integrity
  • coaching
  • faith
  • spiritual growth
  • sports testimonies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Seattle Seahawks, NFL

Books & works: ReFOCUS

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