What's Next with Eric Wood

7x Pro Bowler, Hall of Fame Wide Receiver and Buffalo Bills legend Andre Reed joins the show. Andre played 15 seasons for the Bills from 1985-1999 and was a huge part of Buffalo's success in the 90's. Today on the show, Eric and Andre relive some locker room stories from those Bills days. Andre also gives great advice on making the most of your opportunities in life and powerful moments throughout his NFL journey. Topics include: (3:00 - 6:05) - Diet & Exercise (6:05 - 8:52) - Andre's D-II Journey to the NFL (8:52 - 14:04) - The Comeback Game (14:04 - 23:20) - More 90's Bills stories (23:20) - 25:00) - Marv Leavy's greatness (25:00 - 29:15) - Transition out of the NFL (29:15 - 32:00) - Philanthropy work with Boys & Girls Club of America. Get Involved, link here: https://www.bgca.org/get-involved (32:00 - 36:30) - Getting the call to go into the Hall of Fame And much more. Subscribe today! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20 Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier

Keith Craft is the Founder and Lead Pastor of Elevate Life Church, a non-denominational church in Frisco, Texas. As a leader, coach, speaker, author, and transformationalist, Keith Craft impacts thousands of people around the world every year and does so yet again today in this episode. Eric and Keith discuss: Keith's athletic upbringing and career with the Dallas Cowboys (3:00-13:45) Creating habits and the importance of consistency (14:00-17:00) Self discipline is everything (17:00-23:00) Defining and Deciding to Win (23:00-29:00) Meeting the right people at the right time (29:00-35:00) Core values to live your life by (42:00-45:00) Improving your speaking skills (45:00-49:00) And much more. Make sure to rate, review and subscribe! For more information about our sponsors today: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20 Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier

Former teammate and 4x Walter Peyton Man of the Year nominee Lorenzo Alexander joins the show today. Lorenzo played college football at the University of Cal, but went undrafted out of college. It was his ability to adapt and be versatile that helped him play for 13 seasons in the NFL. Today on the show, Eric and Lorenzo discuss behind the scenes stories from their days in Buffalo, their transitions in and out of the NFL, and much more, including: Lorenzo's early days as an athlete (2:30) Concussions and their impact on youth football (4:11) Lorenzo's transition into the NFL as an undrafted FA (6:32) Lessons to Rookies today (10:30) Becoming adaptable in order to succeed (17:40) The transformation of his body for different positions (23:18) Lorenzo's pivot point and Sean Taylor (28:55) His transition out of the NFL (33:50) Being intentional at home (41:40) And much more: For more information about our sponsors today: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22

To celebrate International Woman's Day, Eric welcomes two female star athletes to the show. Deja McClendon and Jordan Larson are players in the new Athletes Unlimited Professional Volleyball league, the first indoor professional Volleyball league in the United States. Deja is from Louisville, Kentucky, she was Miss KY Volleyball in 2009 and has been playing oversees since 2013. Jordan played her college Volleyball at the University of Nebraska, she has won multiple Olympic Medals and is currently ranked the #1 player in the AAU Volleyball League. Deja and Jordan are leading by example and inspiring the next generation of athletes. Today on the show, they talk about: Their transition from collège Volleyball to playing overseas (2:42) Details about the new Volleyball League (5:30) How they use mental motivation to their advantage (8:33) The impact a Professional Volleyball League in the U.S. can have (9:11) Standing out and fitting in as a female in sports (11:00) Overcoming obstacles such as sexism and racism in sports today (14:00) Their most fulfilling athletic accomplishment (17:45) How Covid has impacted their career (20:21) And much more. Subscribe today! For more information about our sponsors today: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

Terrell Owens played 16 seasons in the National Football League. He is a six-time Pro Bowler, a five-time First-Team All-Pro and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2018. As a former teammate of Eric in Buffalo in 2009, Terrell is considered one of the greatest Wide Receivers of all-time. Today on the show, the guys get into some of T.O.'s favorite memories in Buffalo, playing hurt in a Super Bowl and much more, including: T.O.'s upbringing in Alabama The Power of Words Learning from Jerry Rice How to Play Like a Champion The Greatest QB he's ever played with (Ryan Fitzpatrick) His transition out of the NFL  The secret to T.O.'s success: Discipline And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the pod today. For more information about our sponsors today: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier

International business consultant and motivational speaker Victor Brick joins the show today. Victor is the co-founder of the John W. Brick Mental Health Foundation, the CEO of Planet Fitness Growth Partners and he and his wife, Lynne, were both named as two of Maryland's top 50 most influential people. In this episode, you'll be inspired by Victor's story of grit and determination in business and his passion to uplift others, especially in the space of mental health. Some other topics include: How Grit and Success are related (3:00) The importance of having Dreams (6:30) Why he chose the fitness industry (13:30) Having the Right Kind of People around you (17:45) How sports and business are related 21:05) Why Victor started the Mental Health Foundation (23:40) Discussion about Mental Health in America Today (31:45) Steps to creating Healthy Habits and Positive Stress (36:30) Connectivity and Coping Skills (41:00) And much more. If you enjoyed, make sure to rate, review and subscribe to the Podcast! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

Ryan Leaf was the #2 overall pick in the 1998 NFL Draft. Today, he his considered "The Biggest Draft Bust in Sports History." What went wrong? On today's show, Ryan shares his powerful story of redemption and how he shed labels to make an impact in people's lives today. Topics include: Ryan's decision to attend Washington State (5:30) How a lack of maturity cost Ryan his career (10:28) Advice to guys entering the NFL today (13:33) Lessons learned in prison and his path to redemption (22:16) Ryan's weight loss journey (30:00) College football playoff expansion (35:15) And much more! Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoy the podcast! For more information about our sponsor today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

A look back at some of the best moments of "What's Next with Eric Wood" over the past two years, including: The most fun podcast, the most convicting story, the best advice given, the most passionate episode, the most popular episode and much more. And a big THANK YOU to all the listeners.

Two-time Super Bowl Champion and former Monday Night Football analyst Booger McFarland joins Eric on the show today. Booger was a 1st Team All-American at LSU and was drafted in the 1st round by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 1999 NFL Draft. The former NFL veterans get into some locker room talk, and also discuss: How he got the nickname "Booger" (2:35) The proudest moments of his career (7:40) Stories of Warren Sapp and Tony Dungy (9:30) What made Super Bowl winning teams different (16:45) His transition into broadcasting (19:00) Advice to transitioning athletes (24:30) Stories from broadcasting Monday Night Football (26:10) How to obtain parity in College Football (34:20) And much more. For more information about our sponsors today: Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20 BrainMD.com      code: EricWood

The 70th episode of What's Next with Eric Wood is a special one. That's the number Eric wore in Buffalo, and today on the show, Buffalo born and raised Chad Michael Murray joins the show. Chad is best known as an actor on several different shows, including the well known tv series One Tree Hill. Today, the guys get into: Chad's upbringing as an avid Bills fan and how that helped him get into acting Behind the scenes stories on a TV set and how that translate to the NFL locker room Chad's rise to stardom and his transition with it His mentors in the acting world Why so many people fail trying to become an Actor And much more. For more information about our sponsors today: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20 Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier BrainMD.com      code: EricWood

Former Buffalo Bills' teammate and 3x All-Pro Linebacker Shawne Merriman joins the show. Shawne was a 1st round pick out of Maryland, played 8 seasons in the NFL and gained a reputation for being one of the hardest hitters in the league.  Today on the show, Eric and Shawne relive some old locker room stories, and discuss: What kind of sports Shawne played as a kid (2:20-3:50) How he got the nickname "Light's Out" (3:50-8:20) Manifesting things in your life (10:15-12:30) Shawne's time in Buffalo (12:45-17:50) The toughest players Shawne has played against (18:50-23:40) Advice to transitioning athletes (24:00-29:00) Staying in shape after retirement (29:25-31:30) And much more. For more information about our sponsors today: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

Ed Mylett is one of top business leaders, peak performance experts and global keynote speakers in the world. Ed is the host of the #1 Business Podcast on iTunes: "The Ed Mylett Show" and today on the show, shares his wisdom with the listeners about what it takes to become a champion in all areas of life. Topics include:  Your test will be your testimony (5:20) Traits of the most successful people Ed knows (10:06) Being Coachable (12:21) How we should all be chasing butterfly moments in our lives (16:40) How things in life happen for you, and not to you (19:18) How your habits will shape your future (22:35) What keeps you pursuing to impact others (27:35) And much more. You can follow Ed on social media @EdMylett or on YouTube, iTunes and Spotify. For more info on our show sponsors:  Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22

Ariel joins Eric on Instagram LIVE Thursday night as they guys talk about Ariel's journey in broadcasting, the upcoming Connor McGregor fight, lots of Buffalo Bills talk and much more!

Luke Kuechly played 8 seasons with the Carolina Panthers from 2012 to 2019. He earned First-Team All-Pro Honors 5 times, made it to a Super Bowl in 2015 and was one of the smartest and toughest guys to play in the NFL. His early retirement was a surprise to many, and on the show today, Luke and Eric get into Luke's decision to step away, also: Why Luke decided to go to Boston College (6:20) Luke's transition into and out of the NFL (9:20) Sean McDermott as DC in Carolina (13:40) How Luke prepares and study's game film (16:30) Super Bowl loss to Denver, Superstitions and Traditions (21:00) Why he decided to retire (31:00) Toughest people/teams to prepare for (39:00) And much more.....For more info on our show sponsors:  https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 BrainMD.com      code: EricWood

For 17 years, Jason was an Emmy-Award winning Producer and Senior Manager at ESPN. He has created and produced content for shows such as SportsCenter, Monday Night Football and Mike and Mike in the Morning. In February of 2017, Jason took a leap of faith and walked away from his job at ESPN to pursue sports ministry. One month later,  he launched the Sports Spectrum podcast, an interview driven show that features athletes, coaches, entertainers and other personalities sharing their stories on the intersection of sports and faith. Today on the show, Eric and Jason get into many different topics, including: Jason's journey to ESPN and his first jobs in the business (2:36-13:01) Former athletes in broadcasting and common mistakes they make (16:32-30:00) Jason's reason for leaving ESPN to pursue sports ministry (30:00-43:00) Jason's favorite podcast episodes and his most fulfilling work (45:00-53:00) The results of effort (54:00-1:03:00) And much more.  Jason is the author of two books, "The Uniform of Leadership" and "Live to Forget" and you can purchase them here: https://www.jasonromano.com/book For more info on our show sponsors: https://www.chilitechnology.com/pages/cooling-sleep-systems?offer_id=2&affiliate_id=1931&transaction_id=1029fa200cbdccf2ec238b41424c06&utm_source=TUNE&utm_medium=cpc To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22