Nashville Game Changers

In this episode, Tennessee Titans rookies Carnell Tate and Keldric Faulk open up about being selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft and their expectations for year one with the Titans. Tate, taken at No.4 overall, is the highest the Titans have selected a receiver in the common draft era. Tate discusses his football journey, including his time at Ohio State and winning the 2024 National Championship. Faulk discusses his time at Auburn and the lessons he learned throughout his career with the Tigers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, one of Nashville’s most iconic country music duos, LOCASH, made up of Preston Brust and Chris Lucas, opens up about being songwriters, vocalists, and guitarists for over two decades. Brust and Lucas reflect on when they first met at Wildhorse Saloon and how they had to sprint across Broadway to perform at Tootsie’s between shifts when they first started their careers. The two also detail their journey in the country music world and how it eventually led to several #1 hit songs and the start of a new artist development and music marketing hub, Music City Power Company (MCPC). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, NASCAR Cup Series driver Ross Chastain opens up about driving the No. 1 Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing and the upcoming races in Tennessee, such as the Food City 500, Cracker Barrel 400, and the Bass Pro Shops Night Race. Chastain reflects on winning at the Nashville Superspeedway in 2023 and partying on Broadway at Tootsie’s that night. Chastain also opens up about his family’s watermelon farm and how he eventually became the “Watermelon Man.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Vanderbilt star James Strong opens up about taking over the Davidson Academy Boys’ Basketball program and year one with the Bears. Strong also reflects on his time playing for the Commodores, including reaching the NCAA Tournament and setting the single-season steals record. Having been a coach in Middle Tennessee for over two decades, Strong discusses what he's learned along his coaching journey, which includes two stops at Vanderbilt and winning seven rings in eight years as an assistant at Belmont. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Vanderbilt Basketball star Drew Maddux reflects on his first game in Memorial Gymnasium, leading the ‘Dores to the NCAA Tournament in 1997, and being a third-generation Commodore basketball player who finished his career ranked among the school’s all-time leading scorers. Maddux opens up about his transition to coaching, his 15 years at Christ Presbyterian Academy, and how to “create your own winning” in life. Maddux also discusses the SEC MBB Tournament and the secrets to building a winning bracket for March Madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Lindsey Paola, the Chief Business Officer for Nashville SC, opens up about hosting the Japanese Men’s Team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the decision by the LA28 Olympic Games to hold 2028 Olympic Soccer Tournament matches at Geodis Park. Paola, who has been with the club since 2017, also discusses the growth of the club and how much Nashville has evolved into a soccer city over the last decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Robby Stanley, host of Robby and Rexrode on 102.5 the Game and Nashville correspondent for NHL.com, reflects on the USA men’s hockey team winning gold in the 2026 Olympic Winter Games and how it quickly became one of the best sports moments of the year. Stanley also discusses what the Nashville Predators should do at the upcoming NHL trade deadline, how close they are to winning a Stanley Cup, and how legendary college football coach Nick Saban can help the franchise find success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, two-time First Team All-Pro linebacker Keith Bulluck opens up about his NFL career and his 10 seasons with the Tennessee Titans. Bulluck explains how he got the nickname “Mr. Monday Night” and how he eventually set the record for most interceptions by a Titans linebacker in 2007, with 5. Bullock also opens up about his transition to becoming a business owner and how growing up as a foster kid in New York inspired him to open up the “Just Love Cafe” in Franklin, TN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Tennessee Titans’ offensive lineman Zach Piller reflects on his eight years in the NFL, including starting his career in Nashville. Piller opens up about playing with running back Eddie George, and also the tragic deaths of quarterback Steve McNair and tight end Frank Wycheck. Piller also reflects on opening his own sports bar in Nashville, and the Florida Gators’ 1996 National Championship and the crazy 48 hours on Bourbon Street before the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, 3X WNBA Champion Alysha Clark previews the Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball season in Nashville, and being able to play in her hometown. Clark discusses her 14 years in the WNBA, including dedicating the 2023 season to her late father. Clark also reflects on her collegiate career, including being part of Belmont's first NCAA Tournament team and her 50-point game at MTSU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the CEO and President of the Nashville Sports Council, Scott Ramsey, opens up about his 31 years of bringing sporting events to the Music City, including helping bring the Titans to Nashville. Ramsey discusses hosting the FCS Championship, the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament, and the potential to host future events such as the Super Bowl, the CFB Playoff, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Associated Press pro football writer Teresa Walker opens up about her 36 years with the AP and all the teams she has covered, including the Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators, Vanderbilt Commodores, Memphis Grizzlies, and the Tennessee Vols. The five-time NSMA Sportswriter of the Year discusses the transition of the Titans from Houston to Nashville, and what it was like covering the tragic death of Titans quarterback Steve McNair. Walker also reflects on her time covering the legendary Lady Vols basketball coach Pat Summitt and how she changed the landscape for women's basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Voice of the Commodores and director of radio broadcasting, Andrew Allegretta, reflects on the historic 2025 season for the Vanderbilt football team, including the most exciting moments and quarterback Diego Pavia’s Heisman Trophy campaign. Allegretta, who came to Nashville in 2021, opens up about his early conversations with head coach Clark Lea and how he has been able to transform the program in five years. Allegretta also recalls the 2024 upset over then-ranked No.1 Alabama and previews the upcoming Vanderbilt Baseball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Vanderbilt starting linebacker and team captain, Langston Patterson, opens up about the Commodores’ historic 2025 season, playing with Heisman runner-up Diego Pavia, and how Vanderbilt was able to go from a 2-10 record to 10-2 overall his senior year. Langston discusses how head coach Clark Lea helped build a winning culture and how the team’s strong brotherhood transitioned from off the field to success on the field. Langston also explains why he is part of a lawsuit that challenges the NCAA’s redshirt rule and asks for a 5th year of eligibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter breaks down the biggest news in the NFL, including the Kansas City Chiefs missing the playoffs and QB Patrick Mahomes suffering a torn ACL. Schefter discusses the Tennessee Titans' struggles this season, including the difficulties for the offense and rookie quarterback Cam Ward. Schefter also opens up about his passion for spreading awareness for Type 1 Diabetes, and why it's important to enter 2026 with a proactive, informed plan for T1D screening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nashville native and WNBA power forward Isabelle Harrison opens up about her basketball journey, including playing for the Tennessee Lady Vols and what she learned from legendary Lady Vols coach Pat Summitt. Harrison shares her favorite memories of coach Summitt, including when she came to Hillsboro High School to recruit her, and also when Summitt first told the team that she was stepping away from coaching. Harrison also opens up about her time in the WNBA and how she helped create "tunnel swag" in women's basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, four-time NBA Champion Will Perdue opens up about his college basketball career at Vanderbilt, his 13 years in the NBA, and being a part of the Chicago Bulls Dynasty. After leading the Commodores to their first Sweet 16 appearance in 1988,  Perdue was drafted No.11 overall by the Bulls and went on to win three NBA Titles in Chicago. Perdue opens up about playing alongside Michael Jordan, including when Jordan told Perdue that the Bulls "traded the wrong player" to the San Antonio Spurs. Perdue also explains why he started the Nashville Basketball Initiative and the goals of the NBI as revenue sharing and NIL takes over the landscape of college athletics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the head coach of Lipscomb University Volleyball, Brandon Rosenthal, previews the Bisons’ upcoming match against Central Arkansas to open up the 2025 ASUN Volleyball Tournament, marking the program’s 21st straight conference tournament appearance. In his 23 seasons with the team, Rosenthal has helped lead the Bisons to eight NCAA Tournament appearances, six ASUN regular season titles, and seven tournament titles. On top of securing his 400th win this past year, Rosenthal also discusses the connection he strives to build with his players and what he is most proud of when it comes to the legacy he has built with the Bisons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of our episode with Scott Hamilton, the Nashville resident opens up about when he was first diagnosed with cancer in 1997, how it inspired him to start the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation, and how it eventually led to him meeting his future wife, Tracie. Hamilton also discusses the health care community in Nashville, including its work with proton therapy, and how much the skating community has grown in the Music City.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 1 of our episode with Scott Hamilton, the world-renowned figure skater opens up about becoming an Olympic Gold medalist, his battle with cancer, and how he was inspired to start the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation, which funds patient-centered and targeted treatments that fight cancer while preserving quality of life. Hamilton, who was adopted and battled a childhood illness, shares how he first fell in love with skating and how it served as a way to honor his mother, who died of cancer. Hamilton also previews his upcoming charity event, Scott Hamilton & Friends, on November 23rd at Bridgestone Arena.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Belmont University men’s basketball guard Tyler Lundblade opens up about his unique journey and how he quickly became one of the best stories in all of college basketball in 2025. Lundblade shares how he walked on at three different schools and got his scholarships pulled before leading the nation in 3-point field goal percentage (.481) for Belmont during the 2024-25 season. The graduate student also opens up about his faith and how betting on himself helped lead to success with the Bruins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nashville native and former Vanderbilt Baseball star Tony Kemp reflects on his nine years in the MLB, including winning a World Series title with the Houston Astros and the infamous cheating scandal that followed it. Kemp opens up about being part of the first Vandy Boys team to make it to the College Baseball World Series, being named the 2013 SEC Player of the Year, and his favorite memories with Head Coach Tim Corbin. Kemp also discusses the evolution of SEC Baseball and how Nashville would be a great city for an MLB team someday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Belmont star guard Tuti Jones opens up about the success of the women's basketball program, playing in the 2025 MVC Tournament Championship, and coming back to play for a sixth season in Nashville. Jones, who set the program's NCAA era career steals record in the MVC Tournament quarterfinal, discusses her relentless work ethic in the offseason, improving her skillset, and how her mother influenced her love for basketball at an early age. Jones was named the to the All-MVC Third Team and All-Defensive Team for the 2024-2025 season, and as also named a DI-AAA ADA Scholar-Athlete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the play-by-play voice of the Nashville Predators, Pete Weber, opens up on his journey in the broadcast booth and beginning his 28th season as the “Voice of the Predators.” Weber reflects on the Preds’ very first game, hosting the Stanley Cup Final, and how Nashville became “Smashville.” Weber and long-time broadcast partner, Terry Crisp, will be inducted into the Preds Golden Hall in Nashville’s game on November 1st vs. Calgary.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the head coach of Tennessee Tech Women's Basketball, Kim Rosamond, opens up about the legacy she has helped build at TTU and advancing to their 12th NCAA Tournament in 2025. The Golden Eagles are coming off one of their best seasons in program history, having captured both the OVC regular-season and tournament championships for the first time in 25 years. Rosamond also discusses the new team, the move to the Southern Conference next year, and how NIL has impacted modern-day college athletics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part two of our conversation with Joe Dubin, the 102.5 The Game radio host discusses Suicide Awareness Prevention Month and why he signs off of every show by letting his listeners know they are loved. Dubin opens up about his own mental health struggles and what ultimately helped him deal with his own "demons." Dubin is the author of five different books that you can find in store and online: Create the Chaos, We All Walk Together, Nashville We Still Love You, Screaming at God, and Lord Please Don't Hit That Mailbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nashville native and radio host Joe Dubin opens up about his journey into sports broadcasting, spending 25 years in local news, and how he got the nickname "Big Joe on the Go." Dubin, widely known as "Nashville's Media Darling," discusses the game-changing moment that led him down the path of TV broadcasting and how he got his first job in Nashville. Dubin has been nominated over 20 times for an EMMY, but arguably his most memorable submission was when he won for drawing "stick figures" for the Tennessee basketball game during March Madness. You can listen to Dubin on the Chase & Big Joe Show on 102.5 The Game and also hear him as the radio color analyst for MTSU Football.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nashville Christian head football coach Jeff Brothers opens up about coaching the Eagles for the last 16 years, how he first got into coaching, and the life lessons he learned while playing for Vanderbilt Football. Brothers reflects on winning the 2024 Div. II-A State Championship, and the "game-changing" moment that helped the team overcome adversity early in the season. Brothers also discusses 5-star quarterback and UGA commit Jared Curtis, and how the high school football world is being affected by the changes at the college level, specifically NIL and the transfer portal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, head football coach of Oakland High School, Kevin Creasy, discusses expectations for the 2025 TSSAA high school football season and keys to defending the Class 6A State Championship. Creasy enters his 11th year as the head coach of the Patriots, where in that span he has led the team to five state championships and two runner-up finishes. Creasy reflects on winning the Class 6A State Championship in 2024, including celebrating the moment with his son Kyler. Creasy also discusses how the high school football world has evolved over the last several years, and the effect that the college football transfer portal has had on the high school level.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Team Penske driver and two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion Josef Newgarden previews the upcoming Music City Grand Prix and opens up about growing up in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Newgarden, who is a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner, reflects on his 14th season in INDYCAR, how much the sport has evolved over the years, and how he fell in love with racing at a young age. Newgarden recently started the Newgarden Family Foundation (NFF) and discusses his passion for helping kids, including writing two children's books, "Josef's BIG Dream" and "Goodnight Racetrack." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, NTT IndyCar driver Colton Herta opens up about his journey with Andretti Global, how he first got started in racing, and why he continues to love the sport despite the brutal travel schedule. Herta, who won the 2024 Music City Grand Prix, lived in Nashville for several years before moving to Las Vegas. Herta notes his favorite places to eat in Nashville and why IndyCar belongs in the Music City.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Tennessee native Jordan Thomas opens up about the traumatic boating accident that cost him both his legs at 16 years old. Thomas reflects on the “game-changing” moment in the hospital that led him to start the Jordan Thomas Foundation, which provides prostheses for children living with limb loss. Thomas discusses how the foundation serves over 150 kids and provides a positive community of support, while also tirelessly advocating for insurance fairness.To watch full story on FOX17 click here: Life after limb loss: FOX 17 News wins Emmy Award for "Best Local Sports Story" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, head coach of MTSU women's basketball Rick Insell is joined by his son and associate head coach Matt Insell to preview the upcoming NCAA women's basketball season and discuss why the Blue Raiders' program has experienced so much success over the past two decades. Rick, who was recently inducted into the CUSA Hall of Fame Class of 2025, opens up about this year’s new team, recruiting, and what he learned from coaching against legendary Tennessee women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt. The Insells also discuss the evolving landscape of college athletics and why Nashville is deserving of a WNBA team someday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, the new head coach of Tennessee State University men's basketball, Nolan Smith, opens up about his coaching journey, expectations for the program, and why he believes TSU can compete for an OVC Championship in his first season. Smith spent his entire playing career at Duke University under Hall of Fame coach Mike Krzyzewski and helped lead the Blue Devils to the 2010 NCAA national championship. Smith also played two seasons in the NBA and spent time playing overseas in the NBA G League before starting his coaching career at Duke. Smith most recently was an assistant coach at the University of Memphis under Penny Hardaway for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, former Tennessee Titans All-Pro offensive tackle Brad Hopkins discusses playing for the Tennessee Oilers, the franchise's move to Nashville, and what it was like protecting former quarterbacks Warren Moon and Steve McNair. Hopkins also discusses how much NFL training camp has changed, Titans' rookie quarterback Cam Ward, and how the team's offensive line can create more cohesion up front. Hopkins currently lives in Nashville and plays an integral role in the NFL Alumni Association's Nashville chapter. He currently has his own luxury ride business LuxNashRide.com and is opening a new bar in Nashville soon.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Description: In part two of our conversation with Kevin Dyson, the former Tennessee Titans' receiver discusses his path to becoming a high school principal, including going back to school to get three different degrees. Dyson also discusses the pressure of being a first-round pick in the 1998 draft, and how the lessons he learned throughout his career helped him become a better leader, coach, and administrator. Dyson recently released his first book, “Qualified, so I am Justified: Redefining Success: From the Playing Field to the Principal’s Office," and is also starting a new charter school in Nashville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Tennessee Titans wide receiver Dr. Kevin Dyson opens up about scoring the winning touchdown in the “Music City Miracle,” the Titans falling "one yard short" in Super Bowl 34, and what it was like playing with former quarterback Steve McNair. Dyson discusses his transition from the NFL to life away from the field, and how he eventually carved his path to becoming a high school principal. Dyson recently released his first book, “Qualified, so I am Justified: Redefining Success: From the Playing Field to the Principal’s Office," and is also starting a new charter school in Nashville.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nashville Predators President and COO Michelle Kennedy opens up about her past 15 years with the club and her journey to becoming one of just two female presidents in the NHL. A former Vanderbilt women’s basketball player, Kennedy shares insight on her career, what led her to attend law school, and how she went from interning with the Predators to becoming their first General Counsel, and eventually, their President and Alternate Governor of the Nashville Predators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Anders Nelson opens up about ushering in a new era of Vanderbilt volleyball as the reintroduced program's first head coach. Nelson discusses his previous 11 years spent coaching at the University of Kentucky and how that experience, including winning the 2021 National Championship, has helped prepare him to start the new program at Vanderbilt and compete in the SEC. Nelson also opens up about building the team from scratch the last two years, his "sales pitch" to recruits despite not having played a game yet, and his coaching philosophy going into the inaugural season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, NFL veteran safety Xavier Woods opens up about the full circle moment of signing with the Tennessee Titans after growing up a Titans fan during his childhood. Woods comes to Nashville having played eight seasons in the NFL, which included stops with the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, and most recently Carolina Panthers. Woods also opens up about his family, including his four children and his oldest daughter Dallas, who lives with severe autism and a TBI. As he gets to know the Nashville community, he hopes to spread awareness about autism and the challenges that come with having a kid with special needs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, CEO of the Nashville Predators Sean Henry discusses the future of the club, what went wrong in 2024, how Nashville became a hockey city, and why Smashville has the best “front porch” in all of sports. Henry also discusses the upcoming NHL Draft and how the team plans to take advantage of the three first-round draft picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. previews the upcoming Cracker Barrel 400 at the Nashville Superspeedway, discusses the evolution of NASCAR in Nashville, and also reflects back on winning the 2023 Daytona 500. Stenhouse Jr. drives the No.47 Chevrolet for Hyak Motorsports and was the 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the Year, winning back-to-back Nationwide Series Championships in 2011 and 2012. The Memphis native also opens up about his love for the Music City and why it has become one of the best racing cities in the country.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Laura Matthews, the head coach of Belmont University softball, joins the show to preview the team's first trip to the NCAA Tournament. The Bruins earned the No. 3 seed in the Tuscaloosa regional and will face No. 2 seed Virginia Tech to open up the postseason tournament. The Bruins defeated Bradley, Northern Iowa, and Southern Illinois in succession to win the 2025 MVC Softball Championship, earning the program's first bid to the NCAA Tournament. The Bruins set program records for both regular season victories and conference victories this season and also boast the nation's leader in strikeouts in left-handed pitcher Maya Johnson. Social media reel #1: Push to the postseason - Belmont head coach on first ever trip to NCAA softball tournament  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, veteran ESPN sideline reporter Dawn Davenport opens up about her journey in sports broadcasting, being a woman in a male-dominated field, and some of the most memorable sideline moments throughout her career. On top of her work with ESPN, Davenport is also the co-host of the radio show “3HL” on 104.5 The Zone and was the first full-time female sports radio personality for the station.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Titans All-Pro receiver Derrick Mason opens up about the magic of the 1999 Tennessee Titans Super Bowl team, his induction into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, and the chaos of college sports. Mason played 15 seasons in the NFL, including eight years with the Titans/Oilers. Mason remains the Titans’ franchise lead in receptions and receiving yards and recorded eight 1,000-yard receiving seasons while playing for the Titans and Baltimore Ravens. He also started The Derrick Mason Foundation, which provides at-risk children and families in both Nashville and Baltimore areas with interactive programs and events to help pursue their dreams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chase McCabe is an on-air radio personality and the Director of Operations and Sports Programming for 102.5 The Game in Nashville. On top of co-hosting the Chase McCabe and Big Joe Show, he is also the voice of the Nashville Superspeedway and its annual NASCAR race in Lebanon, Tennessee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former NFL head coach Jeff Fisher discusses who he thinks the Titans should take at No.1 overall in the upcoming NFL Draft and how he helped the franchise transition from the Tennessee Oilers to the Tennessee Titans while also leading them to their first and only Super Bowl appearance in 2000. On their way to Super Bowl XXXIV, Fisher led the Titans to the AFC Wild Card playoff game against the Buffalo Bills where the team pulled off the most iconic play in franchise history, the Music City Miracle. Fisher currently serves as the commissioner of Arena Football One and is the president of the Nashville Kats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our debut episode, three-time Pro Bowler Jeffery Simmons opens up to Jill Jelnick about the challenges from the 2024 NFL season, expectations for the new team, and who he would select as the No.1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. On top of being one of the most vocal leaders on the team, Simmons is also one of the more active players in the community and was selected as the team’s Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Nominee for the second year in a row. Simmons launched his foundation Give Em A Reason in 2022 which serves others through youth empowerment and self-esteem building opportunities. Simmons is also getting ready to host Nashville’s Rally on the Runway, an annual charity event that helps raise money for children battling cancer and cancer research. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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