Brian Urlacher on 2000s Bears, Rodgers/Favre Rivalry & Jay Cutler
In Episode 2 of Glory Daze, Johnny Manziel sits down with NFL Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher to talk about his journey from the University of New Mexico to becoming the heart of the Chicago Bears defense.
Urlacher breaks down how he made it to the league, what it was like playing in a tough Bears locker room alongside Jay Cutler, Lance Briggs, Devin Hester, playing for Lovie Smith, and what it took to lead the team all the way to Super Bowl XLI. He also talks about facing off against division legends like Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, and how those rivalries with the Packers shaped his career.
Plus, Brian opens up about his son following in his footsteps as he heads to play college football — and he and Johnny dig into how much the game has changed with NIL and the new era of college athletes getting paid.
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We are so back Glory Daze family, and we couldn’t be kicking off Season 2 with more of a winner. Glory Daze is all about celebrating the highs AND lows that made us fall in love with sports - the ups and downs that make our favorite athletes who they are.
So who better to launch Season 2 with than the Condor, Mad Maxx himself - Maxx Crosby. Maxx joined us to chop it up about becoming the highest paid non-QB in the league, a rough 2024 Raiders Season, his relentless attitude at Eastern Michigan and beyond, his incredible journey with sobriety, and those wild early Raiders locker rooms with guys like Antonio Brown, Richie Incognito, and Jon Gruden.
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Michael Vick on Redemption & How he Changed the Quarterback Position Forever
In the Season 1 finale of Glory Daze, Johnny Manziel chats with the one and only Michael Vick. From his unforgettable days at Virginia Tech to changing the game in the NFL, Vick opens up about it all. He talks about the Heisman snub, playing with DeSean Jackson, and what it was like under Andy Reid with the Eagles. Vick also reflects on the ups and downs of his career—how he ended up in prison, his journey toward redemption, and what he would look like in today's NFL. This episode is packed with raw stories and powerful moments you don’t want to miss. Thanks for the stories, legend.
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De’Von Achane on Texas A&M, Beating Alabama and Tyreek Hill’s Comments on the Dolphins
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Marcus Lattimore & Johnny Manziel Reflect on Injuries in Football, What Ifs & Mental Health
On this episode of Glory Daze, Johnny Manziel sits down with South Carolina and college football legend Marcus Lattimore. They revisit the moment that changed everything—Marcus’s infamous injury that cut his college career short but never diminished his impact on the game. Lattimore opens up about the emotions of that day, the road to recovery, and how he found purpose beyond football. From his dominance in the SEC to the lasting legacy he left behind, this is a must-listen for every college football fan. Tune in as Johnny and Marcus reflect on the highs, the heartbreak, and what it truly means to leave a mark on the sport.
Thanks for the stories, Marcus. Follow him marcuslattimore_
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Glory Daze with Johnny Manziel is a new interview series from Almost Friday Media that celebrates and explores the most nostalgic eras in sports. Hosted by former Heisman Trophy winner and infamous first-round pick, Johnny will sit down with some of the most iconic and legendary names in sports for authentic conversations, look backs, and more. Like coming home and watching Tavon Austin and John Wall highlights with your buddies at 4 AM, these conversations will dive into the glory of sports’ biggest stages and the adversity that often accompanies them. Welcome back to the glory days.
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