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.
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.
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.
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.
Monday Jul 31, 2023
E88: The Legend of Charley Trippi with TJ Troup
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Football historian and author T.J. Troup outlines the greatness of Hall of Famer Charley Trippi.
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.
Friday Jun 30, 2023
E87: Chris Willis of NFL Films Talks Bronko Nagurski
Friday Jun 30, 2023
Friday Jun 30, 2023
Author and NFL Films head research librarian Chris Willis discusses his book about Bronko Nagurski. He discusses Nagurski’s life and career and drops many football history nuggets.
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 Apr 25, 2023
E86: Upton Bell 1960s NFL Draft Stories
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Former Colts executive Upton Bell shares NFL Draft stories from the 1960s, including stories previously never told about the NFL/AFL war. He also discusses scouting star players he drafted and his conversations with Colts head coach Don Shula.
The Game Before the Money Oral History Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the life stories of former NFL players, coaches, and executives. Learn more at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.
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