Trey Wingo Presents: Half-Forgotten History
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Week 13: Pats Beat Struggling Bills, Cards Surging, Kupp's Amazing Mind, Ravens Issues | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey this week to talk about the New England Patriots win over the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football, why the Kansas City Chiefs defense is suddenly playing well, what's happening with Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens offense, why Cooper Kupp is having such a big season for the Los Angeles Rams, what the Dallas Cowboys' prospects are in the NFC East, and a congrats to Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions for getting their first win of the season.
S5 Ep 7Ryan Shazier on Inspirational Recovery, Shirtless in Snow, Ohio State Days | Half-Forgotten History
Former Pittsburgh Steeler Ryan Shazier joins Trey to talk about his football journey. From his commitment to Florida and Urban Meyer to his decision to play at Ohio State (under Meyer) to his rapid ascension up the depth chart to play for the Buckeyes, to getting selected in the 1st round of the NFL Draft, to his decision to go to warmups in cold-weather games without a shirt, to his devastating injury on the field and his outlook in the weeks following to his inspirational recovery and the many business pursuits he has today.
Week 12: Patriots Roll, Rams Struggle, Lamar's Cold Stretch, Are Chiefs Best in AFC? | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this edition of the Chop Shop to dissect how Mac Jones and the New England Patriots are playing so well, why Tom Brady is still...well Tom Brady, why Lamar Jackson's reason play with the Ravens has been below his lofty standards, how Davante Adams continues to dominate for the Green Bay Packers, what's going on with the Los Angeles Rams after a 3rd straight loss, what the loss of Deebo Samuel means for the San Francisco 49ers, and then the guys delve deep on the parity in the league leading to many records just above .500.
S5 Ep 6Tony Finau on Ryder Cup Triumph, 2nd PGA Win, Masters & Tiger's Dominance | Half-Forgotten History
PGA Tour pro Tony Finau joins Trey to talk about the United States' dominant win over Europe in the Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits, how Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka were able to put aside their differences for the benefit of the team, what it was like to get his 2nd PGA Tour win at The Northern Trust, turning down college basketball scholarships to turn pro, his hole-in-one at the Masters Par 3 contest where he injured his ankle, how he overcame that to finish in the top 10 in his first Masters Tournament, and how much Tiger Woods has meant to him and the game of golf.
Week 11: Chiefs Back in Form, Titans’ Struggles, Taylor’s Massive Game, Herbert & Ekeler Shine | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey to talk about how the Kansas City Chiefs are back as one of the favorites in the AFC, how the Titans are struggling without Derrick Henry, why Jonathan Taylor is firmly in the MVP discussion. The guys also talk about the LA Chargers and Justin Herbert’s consistent excellence, why the Eagles look like contenders, and what they love about football on Thanksgiving.
S5 Ep 5Merriman on Meteoric Rise, Chargers Regrets, Rivers as Ultimate Teammate | Half-Forgotten History
3-time Pro Bowler Shawne Merriman joins Trey and talks about his path to the NFL Draft where he thought the Dallas Cowboys would select him, his meteoric rise with the San Diego Chargers, why Philip Rivers is the ultimate competitor and teammate, the Chargers playoff loss to the New England Patriots in the 2006 Divisional Round, to why his teammates regret not winning a championship with such a talented roster, to what he's doing now with Lights Out Xtreme Fighting.

Week 10: Mahomes Magic Again, Cam is Back, Mac Leading all Rookies, Brady's Road Woes | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey after Week 10 to discuss Patrick Mahomes' resurgence in leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a big win over the Las Vegas Raiders, Cam Newton's triumphant return to the Carolina Panthers, why Mac Jones has the Rookie of the Year wrapped up as he continues to win games for the New England Patriots, why Tom Brady has been struggling away from home this season, and why the Tennessee Titans remain the most consistent team in the NFL.
S5 Ep 4Joe Thomas on Browns Futility, Ironman Record, Peyton Manning's Recruiting | Half-Forgotten History
Longtime Cleveland Browns OT Joe Thomas joins Trey to talk about his career as a Wisconsin Badger, why he chose to go fishing on the day of the NFL Draft, what it was like to lose year after year in Cleveland, his ironman streak of over 10,000 consecutive snaps, how Peyton Manning tried to recruit Thomas to play for the Denver Broncos, and what it's like to stay connected to the Browns after his playing career.
Week 9: MNF Drama, Bills & Cowboys Struggle, Titans Roll Rams, Lamar MVP Favorite? | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey to discuss Week 9, including a controversial call on Monday Night Football between the Chicago Bears and Pittsburgh Steelers, how this week was weird for the Buffalo Bills and Dallas Cowboys as they suffered surprising losses, how the Tennessee Titans beat the LA Rams handily without Derrick Henry, why the Arizona Cardinals are the most exciting team in the NFL, just how dysfunctional the Las Vegas Raiders have been in recent weeks and years, and why Lamar Jackson continues to surge ahead in the MVP discussion after the Baltimore Ravens beat the Minnesota Vikings.
S5 Ep 3Anthony 'Spice' Adams on Bears, Penn State & Being a Star Actor/Comedian | Half-Forgotten History
Former defensive lineman Spice Adams joins Trey to talk about his start in football in Detroit, how he blossomed at Penn State into a pro prospect, why he acclimated to Chicago as a member of the Bears, his disappointment in losing in the NFC Championship Game in 2010 to the rival Green Bay Packers. Spice also explains how his career as an actor/comedian has flourished since the end of his playing career.
Week 8: Replacing King Henry, Miller's Impact on Rams, Backup QB's Flourish + Mahomes' Issues | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this week's edition of the Chop Shop to discuss the impact of Derrick Henry's foot surgery on the Tennessee Titans, how Von Miller's trade to the Los Angeles Rams can bolster an already imposing defense, the impact of backup QBs like Cooper Rush, Trevor Siemian and Mike White. The guys also break down how well Aaron Rodgers is playing for the Green Bay Packers, what the ceiling is for the Dallas Cowboys and what Patrick Mahomes needs to do to right the ship for the Kansas City Chiefs.
S5 Ep 2Carson Palmer on Bengals Career, USC Legacy & Future, Thriving with Cardinals | Half-Forgotten History
USC Legend and long-time Cincinnati Bengal Carson Palmer joins Trey to talk about when he first realized he had a shot to play in the NFL , what it was like when Pete Carrol took over during Carson’s time at USC, what the most recent golden age of USC football was like, and what Carson hopes for in the next USC head coach. Carson then goes into detail on what it was like to be drafted number one overall to the Cincinnati Bengals, what it was like to sit behind Jon Kitna for the first year of his career, how it felt facing the Pittsburgh Steelers in his first playoff game, how things quickly turned when he tore his ACL in that same game, how his career turned around when he got traded to the Arizona Cardinals, and when he knew it was time to hang it up.
Week 7: Bengals Crush Ravens, Chiefs Struggles Continue & Brady's 600th TD Pass | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this episode of the Chop Shop to break down the Cincinnati Bengals sudden emergence as a playoff contender after beating the Baltimore Ravens, the Tennessee Titans blowout of Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, how Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are on a "quiet" 6-game win streak. They also talk about Tom Brady's 600th TD pass and his appearance with Peyton Manning and Eli Manning on ESPN 2. Finally, they talk about the Detroit Lions ineptitude and how impressive Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp have been for the Los Angeles Rams.
S5 Ep 1Jerome Bettis on Steelers' SB Win, Becoming 'The Bus', Notre Dame Exploits | Half-Forgotten History
Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis joins Trey to talk about his late start to the game as a high schooler in Detroit, how his college decision came down to the University of Michigan and Notre Dame, how he became a star with the Fighting Irish and a 1st-round pick of the St. Louis Rams and his fallout with the Rams that led to him being traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jerome goes in depth about how he fit with the city of Pittsburgh, the promise that Ben Roethlisberger made to him about getting back to the Super Bowl, how his teammates convinced him to return for a final season, and winning the Super Bowl in his final game at Ford Field in Detroit.
S4 Ep 21Week 6: Henry Huge on MNF, Kyler at 6-0, Lamar for MVP, Rams O Sizzling & Rodgers' Shade | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this episode of the Chop Shop. They break down how the Buffalo Bills can learn from a tough loss to Derrick Henry and the Tennessee Titans, what Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals are doing so well on their 6-0 start, how the Dallas Cowboys continue to win in various ways, why Trey thinks Lamar Jackson should be the MVP at this stage, what Mark learned from broadcasting the Los Angeles Rams blowout win over the New York Giants, and how Aaron Rodgers stuck it to fans in Soldier Field as his Green Bay Packers beat the Chicago Bears.
S4 Ep 20Week 5: Lamar's Signature Win, Gruden Out, Herbert & Kyler Remain Hot & Kickers Struggle | Chop Shop
Tim Hasselbeck joins Trey on this week’s Chop Shop to discuss Lamar Jackson’s impressive comeback on Monday Night Football for the Baltimore Ravens over the Indianapolis Colts, Josh Allen's stellar game for the Buffalo Bills against the Kansas City Chiefs, how Jon Gruden's exit from the Las Vegas Raiders leaves more questions, how Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals showed resolve in notching their 5th win of the season, how Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are setting records and winning games and how the kickers struggled mightily in Week 5.
Week 4 Breakdown: Cardinals Rule in NFC West, Mahomes & Hill Dominate, Harbaugh's Antics | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth joins Trey on this week's Chop Shop to dissect Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers' domination of the Las Vegas Raiders, why Kyler Murray's incredible start may make him the most exciting player in the NFL, Andy Reid's consistent excellence as one of the leagues best head coaches, and how Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill got back on track vs. the Philadelphia Eagles. Trey and Mark also go toe-to-toe (sort of) to debate the merits of John Harbaugh's decision to extend a rushing yards streak at the end of a win vs. the Denver Broncos, why the Dallas Cowboys are playing their way into a contending team, and why the Buffalo Bills may very well be the best team in the league.
S4 Ep 18Takeo Spikes on Bengals' Woes, Buffalo as an Elite NFL City, Being a Captain | Half-Forgotten History
Longtime NFL LB Takeo Spikes joins Trey to talk about his upbringing in Georgia and decision to play for the Auburn Tigers. He goes on to discuss how it felt to lose with the Cincinnati Bengals, why Buffalo is an elite place to play football in the NFL, how he viewed the pairing with Patrick Willis on the San Francisco 49ers, and the perseverance he showed by playing 15 seasons in the NFL and never making the playoffs.
S4 Ep 17Steve Young on Replacing Montana, Super Bowl Win & Unlikely Road to HOF | Half-Forgotten History
Steve Young joins Trey to discuss his amazing career and life. They reminisce about going to the same high school and then Steve shares his journey from being a running QB in High School, to becoming a record-setting QB at BYU, to his struggles with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, to playing in the USFL for a record contract, to joining the San Francisco 49ers while Joe Montana was still the best in the game, and then to taking over for Montana and setting records. He continues on to recall turbulent times and a near-fight with George Seifert on the sidelines, compares how the game is played today and how he could have player much longer, like Tom Brady and others.
S4 Ep 16Week 3 Breakdown: Stafford's a Stud, Tucker=GOAT, Chiefs' Struggles & Rogers Relaxes GB | Chop Shop
Mark Schlereth and Trey break down Week 3 like only they can, weighing in on the Dallas Cowboys' dominance of the Philadelphia Eagles, Matthew Stafford's excellence in leading the LA Rams to a 3-0 record, and Stink explains why the "obituary" on Aaron Rodgers was far too premature as the Green Bay Packers improve to 2-1. The guys also dissect what the Kansas City Chiefs have done wrong to get out to a 1-2 start, why Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders have started 3-0 and why Justin Tucker's NFL-record 66-yard FG is proof that he's the greatest kicker ever.
S4 Ep 15Paul Azinger on Ryder Cup Memories, U.S. Chances vs. Europe, Bryson/Dustin | Half-Forgotten History
Longtime PGA Tour Pro and announcer Paul Azinger joins Trey in advance of the Ryder Cup. Azinger shares why the Cup is so meaningful to him, what it was like to compete in the 1991 "War on the Shore", how the teams stack up this year against one another, how Bryson DeChambeau and Dustin Johnson will co-exist for Team USA. He goes on to share stories from his time as U.S. Captain in 2008 and how he motivated Anthony Kim and Phil Mickelson.
S4 Ep 14Week 2 Breakdown: Lamar's Heroics, Carr's MVP Play, Henry's Dominance, Cowboys' RB Issue | Chop Shop
Trey and Mark Schlereth dissect Week 2 like only they can, weighing in on the epic Sunday Night Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens, how John Harbaugh's faith in Lamar Jackson that went viral is more than meets the eye, How Derek Carr's first 2 games have him square in the MVP race, how the Seattle Seahawks' approach with Russell Wilson was off, and why Derrick Henry proved he's among the most dominant players in the NFL. The guys also weigh in on how Tony Pollard's big game against the Los Angeles Chargers may be a problem for the Dallas Cowboys and their future with Ezekiel Elliott, how Matt Rhule is building a winning culture with the Carolina Panthers, and how the rookie QBs are faring to this point, including Mac Jones' strong start for the New England Patriots, Zach Wilson's struggles in Week 2 with the New York Jets, and if Justin Fields is ready to make an impact for the Chicago Bears.
S4 Ep 13Justin Tuck on Super Bowls w/ Giants, Eli Manning, & His Business Success | Half-Forgotten History
Former New York Giants star DE Justin Tuck joins Trey to discuss what he learned while playing at Notre Dame, what it was like to be part of the Giants' NASCAR package, and his play in Super Bowl 42 against Tom Brady & the New England Patriots, including who he thinks should have won Super Bowl MVP. He goes on to discuss the Giants' journey back to the Super Bowl in 2011, what makes Eli Manning such a great teammate, and his success after football working at Goldman Sachs.
S4 Ep 12Week 1 Breakdown: Mahomes Magic, NFC West Dominance, Stafford Shines, Cowboys' Concerns | Chop Shop
Trey and Mark Schlereth dissect Week 1 of the NFL season, including Patrick Mahomes continuing his wizardry in a Kansas City Chiefs win, the Arizona Cardinals impressive performance led by Kyler Murray and Chandler Jones, why the San Francisco 49ers have such a strong running game, how happy Sean McVay is to have Matthew Stafford leaving the LA Rams, why the NFC West looks like the best division in the league, how Jameis Winston and Aaron Rodgers authored uncharacteristic performances in a rout by the New Orleans Saints over the Green Bay Packers, and why the Dallas Cowboys will continue to regret the huge contract Ezekiel Elliott signed.
S4 Ep 11Season Predictions for Playoffs, Super Bowl, MVP & More with Amy Trask | Chop Shop
CBS Sports Analyst and longtime NFL Executive Amy Trask joins Trey and Stink to break down the postseason awards for Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, Most Valuable Player, Conference championships, and predictions for Super Bowl LVI.
S4 Ep 10Bob Ley on Covering 9/11 with Trey and How It Shaped Sports & Their Lives | Half-Forgotten History
Legendary ESPN anchor Bob Ley joins Trey to dissect the events of 9/11 and how covering the seismic event on SportsCenter has stayed with them 20 years later. They detail the editorial decisions behind the scenes of whether or not to do a show, the inner conflict that the anchors and production staff had about broadcasting on that day, how the NFL and SEC handled the decision to play or not to play, and how their broadcast is memorialized at the 9/11 exhibit in New York.
S4 Ep 9Fantasy Football Extravaganza w/ Matthew Berry On All Things You Need to Win Your League | Chop Shop
Matthew Berry joins Trey to discuss his 3 rules for having a successful fantasy team, which players are poised for breakout seasons including Jalen Hurts & Antonio Gibson, the INSANE number of leagues he is in, why everyone at ESPN in the War Room League is determined to beat him, and the classic story of when Eddie Royal's 3-TD game won Trey an unlikely win.
S4 Ep 8AFC Hot Topics: Mahomes, Julio Jones' Impact, Lamar, Allen, Pressure on Gruden & Meyer | Chop Shop
In this special AFC Preview edition of Chop Shop, Trey and Mark Schlereth break down Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs and their quest to go to a 3rd straight Super Bowl, what New York Jets fans can expect from rookie QB Zach Wilson, how Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills will follow up last year's breakout season, why it's so hard to gameplan for Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, Jon Gruden's struggles with the Las Vegas Raiders, the expectations on No. 1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the pressure on Urban Meyer to succeed in the NFL.
S4 Ep 7Terrell Davis on Georgia, 2000-yd season, Super Bowls, Migraines & the HOF
Broncos legendary running back Terrell Davis joins Trey to talk about youth football and being called 'Boss Hog' in youth football, playing in college at Georgia and being All-SEC, the incredible preseason game in Tokyo, Japan, known as the Japan Bowl, where Davis made an enormous hit that got him noticed, playing with migraines in the Super Bowl, and the drama in the final 2 games chasing a 2000-yard rushing season.
S4 Ep 6NFC Hot Topics: Zeke, Stafford, Saquon, CMC,Watt, Brady & More w/ Our Man Darren Woodson | Chop Shop
On this NFC Preview edition of Chop Shop, Trey and Mark Schlereth are joined by Dallas Cowboys legend Darren Woodson to talk about the biggest storylines in the conference. The guys chop it up about Ezekiel Elliott's, Christian McCaffrey's, and Saquon Barkley prospects for bounceback years, they tell stories about new LA Rams QB Matthew Stafford, and discuss how Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can repeat.
S4 Ep 5Drew Bledsoe on Being No. 1 Overall, Brady, Romo, The Bills & Making Wine
Drew Bledsoe joins Trey this week to discuss being No. 1 overall to the New England Patriots in the 1993 NFL Draft, playing for both Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells, losing his starting job in New England to Tom Brady, why he has so much respect for Brady and his latest Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, losing his starting job in Dallas to Tony Romo, how much he enjoyed playing with the Buffalo Bills, his Doubleback Wine business, and why it was the perfect post football career.
S4 Ep 4Herm Edwards on 'Play to Win', Meadowlands Miracle, ESPN, Coaching at ASU
Arizona State head coach Herm Edwards joins Trey on this episode to discuss his crazy early morning productivity, his upbringing with an African-American father and German mother, his legendary play with the Philadelphia Eagles -- The Miracle at the Meadowlands, and the start of his NFL coaching career with Marty Schottenheimer and the Kansas City Chiefs. They also discuss his famous "You Play to Win the Game" press conference as the head coach of the New York Jets, his transition to an NFL Analyst role with ESPN on NFL Live, and why he decided to return to coaching with the Sun Devils.
S4 Ep 3Trent Dilfer on Ravens' Super Bowl Win, Bucs Lessons, ESPN & His New Podcast
Former longtime NFL QB Trent Dilfer joins Trey to discuss being the No. 6 overall draft pick in the 1994 draft, his love of golf -- with a plus-3 handicap -- and how it impacted his football career, moments from his days with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that shaped his work habits and leadership, and his journey with the Baltimore Ravens from backup to Super Bowl champion. They go on to discuss his personal challenges with losing his son Trevin and how Matthew Hasselbeck and his Seahawks teammates lended their support, remembrances from his time working as an analyst at ESPN, what he's doing now as a coach at Lipsomb Academy in Nashville and his work with Elite 11, and his new podcast, Beyond the X’s and O's.
S4 Ep 2Matt Rhule on Darnold, McCaffrey, Covid & Leadership Lessons from Kobe & MJ
Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule joins Trey to discuss the challenges he faced in his first season in the NFL, how his team is dealing with the challenges of Covid and vaccinations, why he is a fan of Sam Darnold, how he drives his team for greatness through lessoned learned from Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, and what the Panthers have to do this season to contend for the playoffs. They also discuss the differences in being a head coach in college and the NFL, his success of multiple double-digit-win seasons at Temple University, and his experience and best memories as the head coach at Baylor University .
S4 Ep 1Steve Smith Sr. on Being a Panthers Legend, Silencing Haters & Fearlessness
Former Carolina Panthers and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. joins Trey to talk about how his underwhelming combine evaluation motivated him, how the Panthers' struggles his rookie year that led to him eating cereal in team meetings, his goals to own the Panthers' receiving record books, how his mother helped to motivate him with tough love, and his epic fight with Jermaine Wiggins after a game.
Hal Wingo on Vietnam, Lindbergh, Creating 'People' & Father-Son Super Bowls
Trey's dad Hal joins the show to talk about his amazing life as a journalist and magazine executive. Hal details how he risked everything to go to New York in pursuit of a job in media, his unlikely start as a reporter for "Life" magazine, his procurement of the Zapruder Film of John F. Kennedy's assassination, a harrowing experience covering the murder of three Civil Rights workers in Philadelphia, Mississippi where Hal was threatened, living in Hong Kong and covering the Vietnam War, the origins of how he was a founder of People Magazine, a choice encounter with Charles Lindbergh, going to Dallas Cowboys Super Bowls with Trey.
Jon Wertheim Details New Book on Jordan, Gretzky, Prince & Summer of 1984 | Half-Forgotten History
Noted sportswriter L. Jon Wertheim from Sports Illustrated and 60 Minutes joins Trey to talk about his new book "Glory Days: The Summer of 1984 and the 90 Days That Changed Sports and Culture Forever. They delve in deep on the state of Men's tennis and where Novak Djokovic can surpass Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal as the greatest ever, if Serena Williams can set the record for most majors, Charles Barkley's impact despite being cut from the Olympic team, and how Knight treated Michael Jordan differently and how MJ set the tone for his amazing earning potential.
Kenny Mayne on ESPN Exit, What's Next, Favorite SportsCenter Moments | Half-Forgotten History
Longtime SportsCenter anchor Kenny Mayne joins Trey to dissect his exit from ESPN, his last show at the network and some favorite behind-the-scenes hijinx, and Kenny's plans for what's next in his career. They also delve into why Aaron Rodgers calls him 'Ken', the development and production of Wider World of Sports , his football career as a quarterback at UNLV, and his creation of RunFreely.org, which helps recovering veterans gain access to life-changing devices.
S3 Ep 11James Harrison: From Undrafted to DPOY, Super Bowl Pick-6 & Insane Workouts
Former NFL Defensive Player of the James Harrison joins Trey to discuss his early struggles with the Pittsburgh Steelers, walking on at Kent State, his approach after not being selected in the NFL Draft and his struggles to make an NFL team and paying his dues in Europe. He also discusses how a big paycheck motivated him to excel on the field, the impact from his intense (aka insane) workout regiments, and his famous epic pick-6 in Super Bowl XLIII vs. the Kurt Warner and the Arizona Cardinals.
S3 Ep 10Alex Smith on Leg Injury, Amazing Comeback, Being Replaced by Mahomes & Kap
Former NFL Quarterback Alex Smith joins Trey to talk about his early struggles with the 49ers, coming out of nowhere at the University of Utah to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2005 NFL draft, how his close friend's suicide made him deal with mental health issues, and how things changed in SF with Colin Kaepernick's emergence. He then delves into what he learned from Andy Reid's coaching with the Kansas City Chiefs, his early impressions of Patrick Mahomes as a rookie, his gruesome broken leg injury in 2018), the intense challenges in the hospital to save his leg and his life, when he considered the return to the NFL, and his first game back in 2020 against Aaron Donald and the Rams.
S3 Ep 9Nick Mangold on Butt Fumble, Love of Fitzpatrick & Star Wars, Jets Career
Former New York Jets Center Nick Mangold joins Trey to discuss how he became a star in NYC after replacing Pro Football Hall of Famer Kevin Mawae, why he was on the golf course at the start of the 2006 NFL Draft, where he was taken 29th overall, how Spygate impacted the Jets, what it was like to play for Rex Ryan, his memories of the "Butt Fumble", his impressions of Sam Darnold's stint in New York, how he and Ryan Fitzpatrick became fast friends with a bromance, how they incorporated Star Wars into play calls at the line, how he and his teammates had fun and cased a stir at a New York Rangers game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, his love of "spa day" and bathrobes in the locker room, and his new BBQ sauce company.
S3 Ep 8Harris English on Augusta Ace, Tiger's Impact on PGA, Winning at Kapalua | Half-Forgotten History
PGA TOUR pro Harris English joins Trey and breaks down winning the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua (02:00), his strategies to avoid frustration and work on his golf game, Bryson DeChambeau's scientific approach to the game, Tiger Woods impact on the current tour players, what The Masters means to him as a Georgia native, and his hole-in-one on the 12th hole at Augusta National Golf Club.
S3 Ep 7Terrell Owens on HOF Controversy, Jerry Rice, Why He Can Still Play in NFL
Former NFL star and Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens joins Trey to discuss his unexpected success in football at UT Chattanooga, playing alongside Jerry Rice with the San Francisco 49ers, breaking Rice's record for catches in a game during Jerry's last game in San Fran, and his driveway workout for the press while playing with the Philadelphia Eagles. T.O. also goes in-depth on his controversial decision to not hold his HOF induction ceremony in Canton, OH. He also details his entrance into new businesses -- including NFTs and wine.
S3 Ep 6Ryan Leaf on NFL Career, Peyton, Expectations, Perseverance Through Addiction
Former #2 overall NFL Draft pick Ryan Leaf -- the only first-round pick from Montana! -- joins Trey for a wide-ranging conversation that feels prescient the week after the 2021 Draft. First they discuss the buildup to being 2nd pick in the 1998 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers, what it was like to be in a Heisman Trophy finalist class with Charles Woodson, Peyton Manning and Randy Moss, his ups and downs as a rookie QB, and how the Manning-Leaf debate played out before the draft. And speaking of Manning, how did a scheduling snafu at the NFL Combine potentially change the course of NFL history? Then he gives his take on his struggles as an NFL quarterback on the field along with his battles off the field, including his infamous locker room tirade with a reporter, the end of his career and subsequent trials with mental health, including his battle with addiction. Ryan opens up about his time in prison, what he and Peyton Manning talk about today and how he's flourishing in his broadcasting career and, most importantly, giving back.
S3 Ep 5Chargers GM Tom Telesco + Ross Tucker
Los Angeles Chargers GM Tom Telesco joins Trey to break down his preparations for the NFL Draft, the stock he puts into 40-yard dash times, how he views Pro Days in this new era of scouting, how he knew Justin Herbert was the guy, and his opinion of Herbert's viral haircut. Former NFL OL and current podcast host Ross Tucker also joins Trey to share his experiences being an undrafted free agent out of Princeton and why he enjoys watching the Draft so much.
S3 Ep 4Ryan Fitzpatrick on WFT, Famous Beard, 9 NFL Teams and Meaning of Fitzmagic
Washington Football Team quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick joins Trey to talk about his famous beard, his NFL aspirations while playing at Harvard University, how he knew he belonged in the NFL, how he handled being benched in favor of Tua Tagovailoa with the Miami Dolphins last season, his relationship with former New York Jets center Nick Mangold, what he expects in his first season with the Washington Football Team, the origins of 'Fitzmagic', how he wants to impact his 7 children, and how long he intends to play.
S3 Ep 3Mac Jones on Draft Hopes, Alabama's NFL Machine, Saban & Joker Nickname
Former University of Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Mac Jones joins Trey to discuss sitting behind Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts (03:25), what Nick Saban told him that helped him thrive last season (04:38), chirping with Saban while the scout team QB (07:14), his outlook entering a National Championship season (10:00), how his dad helped him set specific and bold goals (12:25), what he thinks of the moniker 'more athletic Tom Brady' (14:48), how being a 4.0 student with 2 degrees will impact his NFL stock (16:55). He also dissects why Alabama is such a feeder of star NFL players (24:15) and why his lack of starts in college shouldn't concern any team considering drafting Jones. Plus, Trey and Mac speak Chinese, and Trey sings!
S3 Ep 2Jim Furyk on Masters, U.S. Open Win & Breaking 60 Twice
Longtime PGA pro Jim Furyk joins Trey on this episode. They talk about the 2 rounds he shot in the 50s, how Trey might be a good partner (or might not), the preparation for the Masters and how the course has changed over the years, how seeing Jack Nicklaus cemented his love for golf's biggest tournament, his win at the 2003 U.S. Open, how he drank beer from the famous trophy, some of his biggest career disappointments and near-misses, and of course his enduring love for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
S3 Ep 1Trevor Immelman on Winning '08 Masters, Tiger Woods' Dominance & McIlroy's Chances
As we begin Season 3 of Half-Forgotten History, Trey is joined by 2008 Masters Champion and CBS Sports Analyst Trevor Immelman. Immelman weighs in on the changes to Augusta National and how the quick turnaround from 2020 event held in November. Trevor goes in-depth on his experience winning the Green Jacket in 2008, how amazing Tiger Woods' run at The Masters was while Immelman was rising in the game, the influence of Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player on his love of golf, why Rory McIlroy winning the career Grand Slam would be good for the game, how Bryson DeChambeau's physical transformation and quirkiness factors into his chances. Also, Trey and Trevor test their impressive memories on the winners in the last 3 decades at golf's biggest event.
S2 Ep 10Kurt Warner and Best Super Bowl Memories of Season 2
It's the Season Finale of Half-Forgotten History. (Don't worry, Season 3 is coming next Thursday.) You've noticed a theme: Super Bowls. First, we revisit Kurt Warner, who explains how his personal bests in multiple Super Bowls factors into his legacy. Then, he talks about the loss to New England in a Super Bowl that launched one of the great dynasties in Super Bowl history -- and it wasn't Warner's Rams, aka the Greatest Show on Turf. And then we'll hear from many of our guests from the beginning of our show about the exact moment they realized they had FINALLY done it: they had won a Super Bowl. That means in one episode you'll hear from Emmitt Smith, Eli and Archie Manning, Ed Reed, Chris Long, Tedy Bruschi, Damien Woody, Lane Johnson, Zach Ertz, Jeff Saturday, Willie Colon, Victor Cruz, and Ryan Clark.