EPISODE · Jun 11, 2025 · 34 MIN
Raising an NFL Star - Kyle Kennard’s Dad Talks Detroit Grit, Real Estate Hustle & The Will Anderson Comparison | Ep. 13
from Tatum Talk Show · host elitetalentfootball
🔥 In this raw and real episode of the Tatum Talk Show, we sit down with Mr. Kennard, father of top NFL draft prospect and Georgia Tech star, Kyle Kennard. Raised in the gritty streets of Detroit and now a real estate powerhouse in Georgia, Mr. Kennard drops gems on parenting with purpose, building generational wealth, and raising boys into MEN through football. We talk discipline, faith, sports, and the unique mindset it takes to raise an elite athlete in today’s world. You’ll hear his thoughts on: 🏈 How Detroit toughness shaped his approach to fatherhood 🏈 Real estate lessons that changed the game for his family 🏈 The mindset young athletes need to LEVEL UP 🏈 Why does he compare Kyle to Will Anderson, and what separates them 🏈 The real behind-the-scenes of raising an NFL-caliber son This ain’t just a convo — it’s a blueprint for parents, athletes, and leaders trying to WIN at life. Hit that LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on NOTIFICATIONS — because this episode is straight 🔥. 👇 Drop a comment below — What’s the #1 lesson you took from Mr. Kennard? — Derrick Tatum 📌 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:12 – Growing Up in Detroit 04:55 – Real Estate Hustle & Mindset Shift 10:40 – Raising Kyle & Building Champions 18:20 – Football Lessons + Life Advice 23:00 – Will Anderson vs Kyle Canard 28:40 – Discipline, Structure & Belief 33:00 – Final Message to Parents & Athletes 🎙️ More Tatum Talk Show Episodes: ▶️ Gerald Baker (Javon Baker’s Dad) Interview ▶️ JUCO to NFL: Jai Nunn-Liddell Story 🚀 Connect with Coach Tatum: ► Instagram: @elitetalentfootball ► TikTok: @tatumtalkshow ► Website: https://elitetalentfootball.com
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In this gripping episode of the Tatum Talk Show, former pro athlete and mindset coach Derrick Tatum sits down with Mr. Canard, the powerhouse father behind rising NFL star Kyle Canard, one of the nation’s top defensive end prospects. Born and raised in Detroit, Mr. Canard shares how the gritty streets shaped his no-nonsense approach to parenting and how real estate, football, and fatherhood became his battlegrounds for success. With two sons and zero excuses, he instilled discipline, work ethic, and God-first values from day one — and it paid off. From raising Kyle with military precision to dealing with coaches who overlooked him, Mr. Canard reveals how his unwavering belief, consistent preparation, and hard lessons at home molded a beast on the field. We dive into Kyle’s recruiting journey, the comparisons to Will Anderson, and how their family focused on becoming mentally tough and marketable, not just talented. This episode is more than just football — it’s about vision, manhood, and leadership. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or athlete, this one will light a fire in you.
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Raising an NFL Star - Kyle Kennard’s Dad Talks Detroit Grit, Real Estate Hustle & The Will Anderson Comparison | Ep. 13
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