About this episode

Patrick DiMarco shares his experiences as an undrafted NFL player and discusses the pressures and realities of life in the league.

Former NFL Pro Bowler Patrick DiMarco joins the show to share the untold reality of life inside the NFL — from being an undrafted free agent and nearly losing football after a devastating injury, to the emotional aftermath of Super Bowl 51 and the hidden pressure athletes carry behind the scenes. We dive into the culture behind the legendary 2016 Falcons team, Kyle Shanahan’s offense, Matt Ryan’s MVP season, Julio Jones off the field, NFL politics, mental health, leadership, faith, and what it really takes to survive 10 years in the league. One of the most honest football conversations we’ve had on the podcast.

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