Behind Tha Mike Podcast

Karma.

Being a Pittsburgh Steelers fan can be tough in Nashville Tennessee. Why? Because of the roots of a long-standing AFC Central rivalry that dates all the way back to 1970. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Setup Man and the Closer

Some NFL executives that are hired lay the foundation of a franchise, setting it up for long term success. Then they are gone. Others not only lay the foundation, but they close it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beathard

The climb from scout to general manager in the NFL can be a story in itself. That story carries with it learning experiences that could take you straight to Canton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shopping For Groceries

A Hall of Fame coach argued to select the best players, or "groceries" for his team. Normally, scouts find the talent and general managers (sometimes coaches or owners) select the players. We take a look at some of the greatest grocery shoppers in NFL history! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turkey Bowl

On Thanksgiving, sleeping in, getting hurt playing in the "Turkey Bowl", and eating until you pass out is every American's God given right...oh, and watching football all day. Thanks Abe Lincoln! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scouts Honor: Bill Nunn Jr

Kansas City hired Lloyd Wells, who became the first black scout in pro football history. His scouting of HBCU talent helped the Chiefs win Super Bowl IV in 1969. In 1967, the Pittsburgh Steelers' hiring of the second black scout in NFL history lead them to a dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scouts Honor: Lloyd Wells

The AFL was formed in 1960, and unlike the NFL, this league slowly opened the door of both scouting and drafting HBCU players. Lloyd Wells kicked that door wide open! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scouts Honor

Good teams, great teams, dynasties, all credit goes to the players and the coaches. But what about the scouts who evaluate the talent on the field? Few people know whom they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

”Strike Two!”

After five years of collective bargaining bliss, the NFLPA went on strike again. This time the owners were ready, and their "replacement plan" brought out the worst in both players and fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

”Strike One!”

A great man once said "Show me the money!" At one point, NFL players said "Show me the money and the benefits!" When the league drug their feet, players refused to clock in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices