Former NFL Player to Podcaster, Eddie Kennison III Talks Wine, LSU and Football

In this episode, host Robin Hackney and Eddie Kennison III talk wine, Louisiana dishes, living the life of a professional football player, advice to young athletes and more! This former Kansas City Chiefs player sure is missed in Chiefs Kingdom but love how he is giving back to his alma mater at Louisiana State University and through his podcast, [email protected] Eddie - @geaux2legends on InstagramHis podcast launches 2/22/2024!!Eddie's complete bio:Eddie J. Kennison III grew up in Lake Charles, Louisiana, where he attended Washington-Marion High School and became a Parade All-American. He recorded 27 receptions for 497 yards in six games as a senior and hauled in 59 passes for 1,205 yards with 23 TDs as a junior. In fact, Eddie made history as Washington-Marion's firstplayer to have a number retired. Eddie was also gifted with great speed and became astandout performer in track.Eddie furthered his football career and education at Louisiana State University (LSU)and received his degree in Physical Therapy along with countless awards for hisoutstanding football and track career. Through hard work, athletic ability andperseverance, Eddie was able to achieve his dream of becoming a NFL player.In the summer of 1996 Eddie was drafted in the first round by the St. Louis Rams, 18thpick overall. He spent 3 seasons with the Rams before joining the offense in NewOrleans in 1999. Year 2000 was spent with the Chicago Bears. It was not until 2001 that Eddie feels he really “found his home”, when he became aKansas City Chief.  Under the direction of Coach Dick Vermeil, Eddie proudly wore #87for the Chiefs. He officially retired after a 13-year NFL career in 2010.   •Was a Parade All-America selection at Washington-Marion High School in Lake Charles,Louisiana.• Recorded 27 receptions for 497 yards in six games as a senior and hauled in 59 passes for1,205 yards with 23 TDs as a junior.• Was the first player in school history to have his number officially retired.• Was a high school standout prep performer in track.• Was the Chiefs nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award in 2006.• Traveled with Chiefs President Carl Peterson to visit soldiers at the Walter Reed Army MedicalCenter in Washington, D.C.• In 2005, spearheaded the efforts in the Chiefs locker room to raise $168,000 which was donated to the Heart to Heart International for relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.• Has partnered with the NFL’s “Play it Smart” program, serving as a mentor to the Central High School football and track teams.• Served as an intern with the Legacy Financial Group during the 2004 off-season and with First National Bank during the 2007 off-season.• Is a regular visitor at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. Eddie was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall Of Fame 2015 Eddie was inducted into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame 2017 Eddie was inducted into the Independence Hall of Honor 2003 Eddie was the Director of Player Development for LSU football from 2019-2022 Eddie Is currently the Senior Account Executive for LSU Sports PropertiesSupport the showThanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTreeInstagram & Facebook: @spandexandwineWeb Site: www.spandexandwine.com