He was a star football player in the early 1970s. A talented athlete with every chance for boundless success. But he developed a nasty temper, and a ferocious sense of entitlement. Whatever Randy Woodfield wanted, he was going to take. By any means necessary.
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Dec 2020
December 29, 2020: Walter Payton, Football Player
The legendary running back had every reason to boast of his accomplishments. His quote today, though, takes a different tact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3m 2s
Jul 2022
The Genius of Bill Russell (from The Book of Basketball 2.0)
What made Bill Russell so great? Was Russell a pioneer, a genius, or both? Why did he mean so much to the 1960s? Why did he walk away after his 11th title and never look back? And why wouldn’t he forgive the city of Boston? In 2012, Bill Simmons flew to Seattle and spent two days ... Show More
24m 27s
Feb 2021
The NFL's Concussion Coverups Pt. 1
Could one of America's favorite pastimes be a silent killer? For decades, the National Football League overlooked the effects of repeat concussions in their athletes — and some players continue to pay the cost in the form of depression, violent behavior, even suicide. Learn more ... Show More
50m 53s