What's Next with Eric Wood

David Mulugheta is an American football agent at Athletes First in Laguna Hills, California. He currently represents 42 NFL players and has cemented himself as the world's No.1 NFL agent. A former intern, Mulugheta rose through the ranks of Athletes First to become the agency's President of Team Sports, while negotiating some of football's biggest free-agent deals. Included among them are Deshaun Watson's four-year, $156 million deal with the Houston Texans and Jalen Ramsey's five-year, $100 million deal with the LA Rams. Today on the show, Eric and David discuss the his rise to fame and the hard work it took to get there. Topics include: (2:20-6:00) - Growing up in Dallas, Texas, David's career path to becoming an agent (6:00-9:45) - Network vs Net worth (9:45-14:10) - Process of recruiting an athlete to be their agent (14:10-20:20) - Advice to rookies in the NFL (20:20-25:00) - Advice to players at the NFL combine And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

Justin Delaney is an entrepreneur, a travel expert and the co-founder and CEO of Party Horses. Party Horses LLC, a new Louisville company, includes a collection of 10,000 non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that have tangible, real-world benefits, such as access to rare bottles of bourbon and exclusive events. It's all part of a larger vision that aims to put Louisville on the map in the Wild West of web3 — a decentralized ecosystem powered by blockchain technology that is projected by its proponents to be the next evolution of the internet — and shift the conversation around NFTs from novelty to utility. On the show today, Eric and Justin dive deep into the world of Web3, Cryptocurrency and NFT's. Other topics include: (2:10-3:30) - Growing up in California & Texas, playing multiple sports (3:30-8:00) - Travel stories - Justin has visited 120 countries (8:00-14:10) - Justin's career journey, businesses he's built/sold (14:10-18:05) - Justin's pivot, advice to college kids (18:05-19:20) - Characteristics of highly successful people (19:20-24:05) - Web3, Cryptocurrency and NFT's (24:05-26:10) - How to get involved, where to begin (26:10-33:15) - Party Horses origin, NFT's future And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier

We welcome back Brandon Beane to the podcast today. Brandon has served as the GM of the Buffalo Bills since 2017 and joined Eric for episode 24 of the pod back in March of 2020.  Since then, Josh Allen has blossomed into one of the best young players in the NFL and the Bills have won 3 home playoff games. With the offseason now underway, Brandon and Eric sit down to discuss: (2:10-6:00) - What drives Brandon, Super Bowl 56 observations (6:00-8:20) - Lessons learned from COVID pauses (8:20-12:20) - Initial thoughts on Josh Allen (12:20-26:00) - Current state of the Buffalo Bills (26:00-33:45) - Questions from the listeners And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: Sauna Space - https://sauna.space Code - WhatsNext5 for 5% off your next order

The NFL Playoffs are here! Join Eric for a 5 part series called 'Playoff Push' where E-Wood gives his thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, the Buffalo Bills and how situations on the football field can apply to your everyday life. In this episode, Eric gives a Super Bowl preview for the Bengals-Rams game. Also, he discusses how to fail forward in life and how defeat can make you stronger. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Andrew Whitworth is a 16 year NFL veteran, a 4x Pro Bowler and will compete in Super Bowl 56 in Los Angeles this weekend. He is the starting Left Tackle for the LA Rams, but will play against the team he played on for 11 seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals.  "Whit" is one of the best players in the game today and after Tom Brady's retirement, he is now the oldest active player in the NFL. Today on the show, Eric and Andrew discuss the upcoming Super Bowl and lessons on leadership and confidence. Topics include: (2:20-5:00) - Growing up in North Louisiana, advice to rookies in the NFL (5:00-11:35) - NFL role models, "Shoot your shot" (11:35-18:00) - What makes Sean McVay a special coach (18:00-21:40) - Having vs Getting to do something (21:40-27:10) - Super Bowl matchup, Joe Burrow vs Matthew Stafford  And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

The NFL Playoffs are here! Join Eric for a 5 part series called 'Playoff Push' where E-Wood gives his thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, the Buffalo Bills and how situations on the football field can apply to your everyday life. In this episode, Eric recaps the AFC and NFC Championships, reveals his favorite stories from attending the Pro Bowl in 2015 and the importance of celebrating success in your life. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Lee Smith is an 11 year NFL veteran and a former teammate of Eric's in Buffalo. Smith, who played for the Buffalo Bills, Oakland Raiders and Atlanta Falcons, is retiring from the league and is now set to be a youth mentor at the Triple F Elite Sports Training performance center that he's opening in Knoxville, Tennessee. Today on the show, Eric and Lee dive into the importance of finding mentors in your life, truly enjoying the moment and much more. Topics include: (4:05-9:20) - Growing up in Knoxville, TN, pressure to succeed because of Dad's NFL past (9:20-13:45) - Advice to rookies entering the NFL (13:45-17:05) - Lee's decision to retire (17:05-21:45) - How to be a true professional, advice from Charles Woodson and other former teammates (21:45-26:00) - Triple F Elite Sports Training performance center (26:00-30:05) - Never embarrass your family (30:05-42:30) - Reoccurring questions  Stick around after the podcast for 3 bonus stories from Eric and Lee's playing days. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors: Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier

The NFL Playoffs are here! Join Eric for a 5 part series called 'Playoff Push' where E-Wood gives his thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, the Buffalo Bills and how situations on the football field can apply to your everyday life. Most recently, the Bills lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional Round 42-36. In this episode, Eric recaps the game and looks ahead to Championship Sunday. Also, Eric discusses how NFL teams make in-game adjustments and how you can make adjustments in your life. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Kyle Brandt is an television host, media personality, and actor. He is one of the co-hosts of Good Morning Football on NFL Network. Previously, he served as executive producer of The Jim Rome Show from 2009 until 2016 and played college football at Princeton University. Today on the show, Eric and Kyle discuss the backstory of Good Morning Football, as well as Kyle's love for the Buffalo Bills. Other topics include: (2:15-6:05) - Growing up in Chicago, how he ended up at Princeton (6:05-10:25) - Career journey, balancing acting and football, working on a soap opera (10:25-14:00) - Learning from Jim Rome (14:00-18:20) - How Good Morning Football started, positivity always win (18:20-20:05) - Morning routine (20:05-25:45) - Kyle's love of the Buffalo Bills (25:45-32:13) - NFL OT rules, daily schedule And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

The NFL Playoffs are here! Join Eric for a 5 part series called 'Playoff Push' where E-Wood gives his thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, the Buffalo Bills and how situations on the football field can apply to your everyday life. The Bills defeated the Patriots 47-17 and now face Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional round. In this podcast, Eric previews the game and discuss the impact of crowd noise on the football field and in your life.  Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Jordan Poyer is a 1st team All-Pro safety for the Buffalo Bills. He joined the Bills in 2017 via free agency after playing for the Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles. Today, Jordan leads the #1 defense in football and was named a team captain by his peers. But it wasn't always an easy journey - Jordan shares with us his story of redemption and how he quit drinking to better his life. Topics on the pod include: (2:00-5:00) - Growing up in Astoria, Oregon. Choosing football over baseball (5:00-8:30) - Jordan's battle with alcohol addiction. What inspired him to make a change (8:30-14:00) - Quitters Day. Becoming the best version of yourself (14:00-18:15) - Being named 1st team All-Pro. Relationship with Micah Hyde (18:15-22:00) - Advice to rookies in the NFL And much more. Learn more about Jordan and his journey here: https://linktr.ee/jpoyer Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

The NFL Playoffs are here! Join Eric for a 5 part series called 'Playoff Push' where E-Wood gives his thoughts on the NFL Playoffs, the Buffalo Bills and how situations on the football field can apply to your everyday life. The Bills & Patriots will meet for the 3rd time in 40 days this weekend, Eric relives some of his favorite memories playing the Pats. Also, the 6 steps to getting a 1st down and finding gratitude with simple habits. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Harrison Phillips is in his 4th season with the Buffalo Bills after being selected in the 3rd round of the 2018 NFL Draft. A former high school state champion wrestler, Phillips is the now the starting nose guard for the Bills and is making an impact every single day. Harrison was named the Bills Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner in both 2020 and 2021. His foundation, The Playmakers Organization, has helped foster self-esteem in the young lives of children with intellectual disabilities. You can learn more about his nonprofit work here: https://www.theplaymakers.org/ Today on the show, the guys teach you how to eat like a lineman and how the Bills are getting ready for the playoffs. Other topics include:  (2:45-5:55) - Growing up in Omaha, Nebraska. How he ended up at Stanford for college (5:55-9:50) - How the NFL season is going personally for Harrison, being an effort guy (9:50-11:45) - Perception of the Bills back in 2018 compared to now (11:45-14:00) - What separates the Bills' culture from the rest of the NFL (14:00-17:35) - Hardest part about transition info NFL (17:35-20:45) - Pressure to be the next Kyle Williams (20:45-27:00) - How to eat like a lineman (27:00-32:20) - What it means to be the Bills' Man of the Year award winner (32:30-34:30) - Going to the super bowl with his foundation And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

Ask EWood Anything! Check out Eric on Twitter and Instagram @EWood70 to get your questions answered. On this solo pod, Eric gets into: - Where does Eric draw motivation from? Getting 1% better each day - What does discipleship look like in Eric's life? - Favorite restaurants in western New York - Important physical traits for being a NFL center - NFL officiating - Eric's favorite ride at Disney And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Todd Durkin, MA, CSCS, is an internationally recognized strength, speed and conditioning coach, personal trainer, body worker, motivational speaker, and author who motivates, educates, and inspires people worldwide. He is the founder of Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, CA, a world-class facility that provides personal training, strength and conditioning, therapeutic massage and bodywork, Pilates, yoga, nutrition, chiropractic and physical therapy programs. Todd works with a high-profile clientele of elite professional athletes. This includes NFL MVPs, Super Bowl Champions and MVPs, Heisman Trophy Winner, Olympic and X-Game Gold Medalists, and many other champion athletes. He is a 2 Time Personal Trainer of the Year (IDEA & ACE) and has received numerous industry accolades. He is also the 2017 Jack LaLanne Award recipient, the 2018 Canfitpro International Presenter of the Year, and a member of the Under Armour Training Team. Greatist has named Todd one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Health & Fitness for the past four years. Today on the show, Todd and Eric get into some of the best ways to maximize your life. Topics include: (2:10-5:15) - Growing up in New Jersey, lessons learned from a coach (5:15-7:25) - Transition out of college, playing football professionally in Germany & France (7:25-11:00) - Playing football with Sean McDermott in college (11:00-18:10) - Opening a gym, working with the San Diego Chargers and LT (18:10-24:30) - Whatever it takes mindset, Drew Brees is an all time great preparer (24:30-29:20) - God Sized Dreams (29:20-34:45) - You have nothing if you don't have your health (34:45-47:00) - How Todd's approach to training athletes has changed, habits and routine shape your success. And much more. Rate review and subscribe to the show today! Link to Todd's website: https://todddurkin.com/ For more information about our sponsors today: Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20