
Episodes

Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
2025 NFL Draft and Draft History with Upton Bell
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Former NFL executive Upton Bell shares memories of his father, NFL Commissioner Bert Bell, creating the NFL Draft and early draft memories as well as his time drafting players for Hall of Fame coach Don Shula. Plus, who is the top player in the 2025 NFL Draft and fantastic firsthand accounts of Jackie Robinson as a football player and how he might have fared in the NFL.
The Game Before the Money is a 501 c 3 nonprofit founded by host Michael Jackson. Learn more at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.

Monday Feb 03, 2025
Super Bowl 59 and NFL Dynasties with Upton Bell
Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
Upton Bell gives his insights about the NFL dynasties he's witnessed since the 1940s, when he father Bert Bell was NFL Commissioner. He also previews Super Bowl 59 with host Michael Jackson.
The Game Before the Money Oral History Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit. Learn more and donate at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com.

Friday Jan 10, 2025
Ep 101: Upton Bell Chats Great RBs and NFL Playoff Preview
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Upton Bell previews the 2024 NFL Playoffs and remembers the NFL's greatest running backs and their performances.
The Game Before the Money Oral History Foundation is a 501 c 3 nonprofit. Learn more at TheGameBeforeTheMoney.com. Host Michael Jackson (aka Jackson Michael) produces this podcast.

Wednesday May 01, 2024
E97: 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.

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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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.
Opinions of interviewees are not necessarily the views of the foundation or its sponsors.

Friday Feb 10, 2023
E85: Three Super Bowl Interviews
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Super Bowl 30 MVP Larry Brown of the Cowboys, two-time Super Bowl winner Dan Neil of the Broncos, and Colts executive Upton Bell share their Super Bowl memories and insight into this year’s game. Upton’s father founded the Philadelphia Eagles, and adds a special touch to the show. The three guests have a combined seven Super Bowl's worth of experience.
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Saturday Jan 07, 2023
E81: Upton Bell Discusses Damar Hamlin
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Saturday Jan 07, 2023
Former Colts and Patriots executive Upton Bell provides perspective on Damar Hamlin's injury, based on his lifetime of pro football experience.
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