Behind Tha Mike Podcast

50 Years Franco?

Every December 23rd, former Raiders linebacker Phil Villapiano gets a call from former Steelers running back Franco Harris. The question? “What were you doing on this day X years ago?” I’m guessing it’s the 50th year Villapiano has gotten this phone call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

”Is it the shoes?”

I have no proof, but I believe that Chuck Taylor had a major role in the New York Giants’ first ever NFL championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revenge?

When a star player leaves his former team, it can be for many reasons. They could be cut, traded, or even wanted out. Whatever the reason, it’s always fun watching them play their old squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football Weather

Football isn’t always played in perfect conditions, but it’s always amazing to see how players adjust to “football weather.“ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cheetah 2K?

Could Tyreek Hill become the first 2,000 yard receiver in NFL history? I don’t know, but this I do know. Pass receiving has come a long way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B-U-F-F-A-L-O BILLS!

There are teams that are overlooked. It happens every year. I’m talking about that squad that makes the playoffs and come so close…but their window closes quickly. The 1980 and 81 Buffalo Bills were one of those teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Incomplete

We know about the Don Shula led Miami Dolphins of the 1970s. Two Super Bowls in three tries, an undefeated 1972 season, but, what happened in the 80s? Here’s what I learned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Super Chargers

The San Diego Chargers of the late 70s and early 80s were ahead of their time, setting records along the way. Why didn’t they ever win a Super Bowl? Some would say because of their defense, but that’s not entirely accurate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Revenant 1985

As we continue our tour through the 1980s, I always wondered why the dominant Chicago Bears never won more than one Super Bowl? What happened after that magical 85 season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It Could Be Worse

I know Denver paid Russell Wilson a lot of money, I know this, and Broncos fans aren’t exactly “Mile High” today! We fans are offensively spoiled these days, but Broncos Country, it could be worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices