EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 30 MIN
Ep. 190 - Jed Collins - Cut 13 Times and Now 4th and Goal
from Mental Toughness Podcast With Dr. Rob Bell · host Dr. Rob Bell
Jed Collins is a former NFL fullback turned financial educator, entrepreneur, and speaker on resilience and peak performance. After playing in the NFL he transitioned into wealth management and founded Rookie to Veteran, a platform dedicated to helping athletes and professionals build sustainable financial futures. Drawing from both elite sports and business, Jed brings a powerful perspective on discipline, adaptability, and mental toughness. :35 From Undrafted to Pro Bowl: The Path No One Sees 1:11 Growing Up Where Football Is the Standard 3:45 The Moment Football Became More Than a Game 7:18 Getting Cut: The Reality of Chasing the NFL 11:02 Surviving 10 Rosters Without Losing Belief 15:36 The Mental Toughness of Constant Uncertainty 20:14 Why Talent Isn’t Enough at the Next Level 25:07 The Identity Shift After Football Ends 30:22 Financial Discipline Athletes Wish They Learned Earlier 36:40 Turning Pain Into Purpose After the Game : 4th & Goal Don't forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram! Follow At: X @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell
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Jed Collins is a former NFL fullback turned financial educator, entrepreneur, and speaker on resilience and peak performance. After playing in the NFL he transitioned into wealth management and founded Rookie to Veteran, a platform dedicated to helping athletes and professionals build sustainable financial futures. Drawing from both elite sports and business, Jed brings a powerful perspective on discipline, adaptability, and mental toughness. :35 From Undrafted to Pro Bowl: The Path No One Sees 1:11 Growing Up Where Football Is the Standard 3:45 The Moment Football Became More Than a Game 7:18 Getting Cut: The Reality of Chasing the NFL 11:02 Surviving 10 Rosters Without Losing Belief 15:36 The Mental Toughness of Constant Uncertainty 20:14 Why Talent Isn’t Enough at the Next Level 25:07 The Identity Shift After Football Ends 30:22 Financial Discipline Athletes Wish They Learned Earlier 36:40 Turning Pain Into Purpose After the Game : 4th & Goal Don't forget you can also follow Dr. Rob Bell on Twitter or Instagram! Follow At: X @drrobbell Instagram @drrobbell Download Your Daily Focus Map! https://drrobbell.com/ If you enjoyed this episode on Mental Toughness, please subscribe and leave a review! Dr. Rob Bell
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