Beginning November 3, the NFL Players Podcast, an evolution of the NFL Legends Podcast, will launch with new episodes every Wednesday.
Hosted by New York Giants captain Logan Ryan, Legend and Walter Payton Man of the Year recipient Charles “Peanut” Tillman and Pro Football Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams, the NFL Players Podcast is a candid, unscripted podcast sharing the stories and personal journeys of NFL players – as told by the players.
Earlier this year, iHeartMedia, the number one podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac and the NFL announced an exclusive podcast partnership to launch the NFL’s podcast network, which included the distribution of NFL Media’s existing podcasts.
“In an effort to further elevate the voices of players and tell their stories on and off the field, we’re excited to provide them with a platform through the NFL Players Podcast,” said TRACY PERLMAN, NFL Senior Vice President of Player Operations. “This series was developed in collaboration with players and Legends, with some of our best, acting as hosts of the show. It’s truly for the players, by the players.”
The NFL Players Podcast will be the trusted source for the NFL’s players’ community to share their personal journeys. Through sharing stories about their career and life after their playing days, this podcast will present a true portrait of the players’ community.
“Over the years, I’ve learned a lot and I have a story to tell,” Ryan said. “I want to share my experience with other players and legends, along with the fans. I hope this is going to be a voice for the players to tell their stories about their families, the grind, and the realities of playing in the NFL
About the hosts:
Logan Ryan is a nine-year NFL veteran who has spent the last two seasons (2020-21) with the New York Giants after four seasons in New England (2013-16) and three in Tennessee (2017-19). A two-time Super Bowl champion (XLIX and LI), he has 18 interceptions and 12 sacks in 133 career games. Ryan founded the Ryan Animal Rescue Foundation (RARF), which works with animal welfare organizations to promote adoption and provide grants and educational opportunities.
Charles Tillman, who spent his 13-year NFL career as a cornerback with Chicago (2003-14) and Carolina (2015), recorded 44 forced fumbles and 38 interceptions in 168 career games. A two-time Pro Bowl (2011-12) and 2012 first-team All-Pro selection, he was named the 2013 Walter Payton Man of the Year.
Aeneas Williams spent his 14-year NFL career with Cardinals (1991-2000) and Rams (2001-04) and was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014. An eight-time Pro Bowl selection (seven as a cornerback, one as a safety) and HBCU Alumna (Southern University), he recorded 55 interceptions in 211 regular-season games and added six interceptions in six career postseason contests.
To listen to the NFL Players Podcast, please visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nfl-players-podcast/id1435355943.
