WR1 with Cris Carter

Aaron Donald

For the first episode, Chris Long breaks down Super Bowl Champion & All-Pro DT Aaron Donald's football journey; from the days in the dungeon with his dad, to being a breakout DT at Pittsburgh, to playing with the Rams and creating the top defensive moves in his arsenal, and more.  Listen to new episodes of American Prodigy: Becoming Great every Thursday. Listen and subscribe here [https://bwpod.co/Zbcl2D].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

WR1: Steve Smith Sr.

One of the toughest wide receivers in the history of the NFL and one of the most electric is without a doubt Steve Smith Sr. Cris makes it abundantly clear that Steve is bound for the Hall Of Fame in his opinion, but Cris starts off by getting into his legacy off the field, with The Steve Smith Family Foundation. They then discuss what it means to be a good teammate and who Steve believes embodies that. Smith drops some truth bombs on how he was in the league, and what he has been working on since to repair some relationships off of the field. To finish off the show, Cris and Steve talk about the wonderful feeling of being recognized and just being nominated for the Hall. ⏰ Chapters ⏰ (00:00) INTRO: Steve Smith Sr. (02:10) The Steve Smith Family Foundation (08:45) Favorite Teammates and What Makes A Good Teammate (18:20) Trying Your Absolute Best And Working On Self (22:10) Housing In Charlotte (25:09) Cris’ Mother (26:28) Hall Of Fame Finalist (31:44) OUTRO 🔊 LISTEN ON 🔊 ► iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0w5hhHR... #WR1Podcast #BlueWire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

WR1: Keenan Allen

Keenan Allen Is one of the most consistent and efficient players in both his output as an NFL wide receiver and in his ability to stay regimented. Keenan was not always a wide receiver. Cris walks us through how Nick Saban wanted Keenan to join Alabama as a Safety and how his brother, a QB, led him to the decision to go to Cal and make the switch to Wide Receiver. Cris also dives deep into Keenan’s family life and how losing his father could’ve been a massive detriment to his development as a man and player, but something beautiful came from tragedy. Keenan was disrespected in the NFL draft, going in round 3. Cris talks about how that can be a great motivator and Allen describes just that in how he has developed as a player with a “chip on his shoulder.” Cris takes it to the NFL today. Who are Keenan’s WR role models and what having a gun slinger like Justin Herbert and a leader like Brandon Staley. Cris loves Keenan’s mindset. They discuss how you stay consistent and become a journeyman in the NFL. Cris finishes off the show by getting into Keenan’s music prowess and endeavors outside of football and how the Chargers are going to put it together the rest of the season. ⏰ Chapters ⏰ (00:00) INTRO: Keenan Allen (02:20) Not always a WR (03:55) Going To Cal (04:55) Family Tragedy (07:23) Round 3 Draft Pick, But Pro Ready Receiver (08:40) WR role models (11:45) Paying It Forward (12:55) The Confidence In Justin Herbert (14:30) The Leadership Of Staley (15:13) Endeavors Outside Of Football (16:30) Staying Healthy (17:01) Respecting The Game And Staying Focused (19:37) Cooper Kupp Is On Fire (20:47) Philip Rivers Vs. Justin Herbert (21:51) Video Games And Music (23:40) Producing Music After Football (24:40) Keenan Allen R & B (25:35) How Will The Chargers Fair The Rest Of The Season (26:30) Props To Mike Williams (27:23) OUTRO 🔊 LISTEN ON 🔊 ► iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0w5hhHR... #WR1Podcast #BlueWire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

WR1: Devin Hester

Cris is joined by arguably the best return man of all time, Devin Hester. He may have never wanted to play Wide Receiver, but he quickly blossomed into one of the greatest kick and punt returners we'll ever see. Cris brings Devin back to his humble beginnings to talk about his upbringing in football and how his family life wasn't easy. He then brings us to his fight to get his scholarship at the University of Miami. Devin recaps his infamous opening kickoff return in Super Bowl 41, recounts his years with the Chicago Bears, and his love for the game of football. Devin's career is outrageous. Cris brings us through the accolades and Devin fills in the gaps with some fantastic anecdotes leading him to being on the ballot for the hall of fame this year. ⏰ Chapters ⏰ 0:00 INTRO: Devin Hester 2:40 Devin’s Upbringing In Football 5:11 Mental Health Battles 11:05 Fighting For His Scholarship 19:25 Hester’s Illustrious NFL Career 25:53 Devin’s Favorite Plays In The NFL 28:57 Devin’s Mentors 31:48 NFL Hall Of Fame Ballot Excitement 39:31 The Eye Test On Devin Hester 42:00 Giving Back And Having An Impact 45:46 What Football Means To Devin 47:23 OUTRO 🔊 LISTEN ON 🔊 ► iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0w5hhHR... #WR1Podcast #BlueWire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

WR1: Cris Ranks His Top WRs

Cris Carter is LIVE from the Blue Wire Studios for a solo episode of WR1. In today's show, the Hall of Famer talks about some of the top WRs the NFL has seen over the years and how the position has evolved over time. Beginning with rookie standouts like Ja'Marr Chase and Jaylen Waddle, Cris breaks down some of the 2nd year youngsters as well. CeeDee Lamb, Justin Jefferson, and DK Metcalf are identified as some of his top WRs currently. Then, Cris RANKS his top 5 WRs of all-time. He closes the show with his thoughts on today's WRs and how the game and the position have evolved as a whole. ⏰ Chapters ⏰ (0:00) Welcome From Blue Wire Studios (2:53) The 2021 Las Vegas Raiders (4:20) Top Rookies WRs (6:07) 2nd Year WRs (7:12) Injured WRs (11:34) Ranking Top 5 WRs of All-time (14:38) Underappreciated WRs (17:54) Top Young WRs (22:38) Old School vs New School WRs 🔊 LISTEN ON 🔊 ► iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0w5hhHR... #WR1Podcast #BlueWire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]