Alex Smith sits down with Mitch Morse and KC Hahey to go deep on the pressure of being the number one overall pick, the demons that drive elite competitors, and the mindset shift that helped him thrive in Kansas City. He also breaks down Andy Reid’s rare leadership during adversity, shares unforgettable stories about teammates like Frank Gore and others, and answers video questions including one from Travis Kelce that turns into a real lesson on confidence after mistakes.00:00 Intro and why this Alex Smith conversation matters02:21 Life after football and why Alex never expected TV05:04 How ESPN debates stay respectful even when heated06:49 The competitive demon where it came from07:23 Being the number one pick at 20 and the bust narrative09:08 Harbaugh reset and the Kansas City second chance mindset12:07 Mitch on Alex’s extreme training and nutrition habits14:38 The leg injury recovery and why the diet rules changed17:46 Andy Reid leadership after starting 1 and 5 and not panicking20:03 Andy Reid evolving the offense every offseason21:10 What Josh Allen should want in a head coach hire24:04 Teammate lightning round Justin Smith story time30:04 Frank Gore toughness and why he should be Hall of Fame34:43 Brandon Scherff built different and playing through everything39:44 Mitch’s Mailbox fan questions begin41:41 Urban Meyer and why his concepts changed football44:51 Alex Boone question and Julius Peppers trash talk story50:06 Travis Kelce video question and the best Alex Smith lesson58:26 Alex on his wife Liz and the leg documentary perspective1:00:24 Super Bowl radio row plans and goodbye

Former Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley joins Mitch Morse and KC Hahey for a raw and honest conversation about NFL pressure mental health and the moments that nearly ended his career. From being undrafted to becoming an All Pro Beasley breaks down the mental side of football leadership inside the huddle and why Buffalo was where the game finally became fun.00:00 Why This Conversation Goes Deeper Than Football02:10 Cole Beasley’s Journey From Undrafted to All Pro05:00 Early Adversity Getting Benched and Building Confidence09:05 Dallas Cowboys Pressure Anxiety and Nearly Quitting the NFL15:00 When Football Finally Became Fun and Why Buffalo Changed Everything19:45 Mastering the Slot Surviving the Middle and Elite Route Running22:20 The Dez Bryant Catch and a Play That Changed NFL Rules27:50 Playing With Dez Bryant and Being Misunderstood31:30 What Great Quarterbacks Do Differently Dak Romo Josh Allen37:10 Career Regrets Mental Health and Lessons Learned42:30 Chad Hall and the Importance of Great Coaching46:00 The Mental Toll of the NFL Versus the Physical49:00 Tampa Bay The Final Chapter and Walking Away54:30 Thanksgiving in Dallas A Full Circle Career Moment57:30 Fatherhood Coaching and Life After Football

Ryan's perspective on life, family, and the bonds formed through shared experiences in the world of professional sports. In this episode, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Mitch Morse, and KC Hahey reflect on the deep bonds formed during their football careers, particularly in light of the recent loss of a friend and teammate, Nick Mangold. Ryan shares heartfelt memories of reconnecting with old friends and the emotional weight of seeing their families cope with loss. The conversation shifts to the lighter side of their experiences, including humorous anecdotes about their time in the NFL, the camaraderie that comes with the sport, and the unique traditions that have developed among fans, such as the infamous 'shirts off' moment during games. They also discuss the transition to a new stadium in Buffalo, expressing excitement about its design and the nostalgia tied to the old one.Release Date: 1.19.26Host: Mitch MorseGuest: Ryan FitzpatrickProduced by: KC Hahey