Episodes
Saturday May 25, 2024
The Legendary Dick LeBeau
Saturday May 25, 2024
Saturday May 25, 2024
Hall of Famer Dick LeBeau discusses his new book "Legendary" as well as his playing career with the Lions and his coaching career. He goes in-depth about the 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers defense and what it was like playing with Night Train Lane and for Woody Hayes.
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Upton Bell on Scouting OJ Simpson
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Former Colts executive Upton Bell shares about scouting O.J. Simpson. He discusses concerns about Simpson's character even at USC, what he reported back to head coach Don Shula, and his memories of personal interactions with Simpson's defense team before and after the trial.
Friday Mar 22, 2024
E96: 2023 NFL Wrap Up with Upton Bell
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Upton Bell, a former executive with the Colts and Patriots, looks back at the 2023 NFL season and how it rates historically. He also discusses how he approached the NFL Draft, the state of the NFL in modern times, and who he thinks is the best player in the upcoming NFL Draft.
The Game Before the Money is a 501 c 3 non-profit, dedicated to preserving NFL history through oral history interviews. Learn more at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.
Friday Feb 09, 2024
E95: Super Bowl 58 with Upton Bell
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Upton Bell reached Super Bowl 3 and Super Bowl 5 with the Colts as Director of Player Personnel. Hear him preview Super Bowl 58 and share his Super Bowl experience. He also reviews last week's conference championships and discusses Bill Belichick.
The Game Before the Money is a 501(c)3 non-profit that preserves the life stories of NFL legends through oral history. Learn more at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
E94: First Ever AFC Championship
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Baltimore hosted the first-ever AFC Championship Game. Former Baltimore executive Upton Bell shares his memories of the game and building the Super Bowl 5 champion Baltimore Colts. He also shares memories of the 1957 Lions-49ers playoff and predicts this week's NFC Championship and AFC Championship.
Learn more about The Game Before the Money and host Jackson Michael at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.
Friday Jan 19, 2024
E93: 2023 NFL Playoffs with Upton Bell
Friday Jan 19, 2024
Friday Jan 19, 2024
Former Colts and Patriots executive Upton Bell discusses the 2023 NFL Playoffs and makes predictions on the Divisional Playoffs and beyond.
To learn more about The Game Before the Money, hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael, visit TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
E92: Upton Bell Chats 2023 NFL Season
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Upton Bell, a Colts executive in the 1960s and with their Super Bowl 5 championship team, gives his thoughts on the current NFL season. Topics include offensive line play, coaching, and officiating. The program is hosted by oral historian and author Jackson Michael.
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Thursday Nov 30, 2023
E91: Author John Eisenberg Talks Rocket Men
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
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 Harris, and Randall Cunningham as well as current QBs Patrick Mahomes and Russell Wilson.
The Game Before the Money Oral History Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit. Learn more at The Game Before the Money.
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
E90: Dermontti Dawson Hall of Fame Center
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
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.
The Game Before the Money Oral History Foundation is a 501 (c) non-profit. Learn more about The Game Before the Money at https://www.TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
E89: Eddie Meador - A Look Back
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
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 podcast is an effort to honor his life and career.
Learn more about The Game Before the Money at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.