What's Next With Eric Wood

Joe Staley played 13 seasons in the NFL as an offensive tackle with the San Francisco 49ers. He was drafted in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft and went on to earn 6x Pro Bowl and 3x All-Pro honors. Joe was forced to retire after the Super Bowl in the 2019 season because of a neck injury. Since then, he's been working with offensive lineman to prepare them for the NFL Draft. One of them, is Buffalo Bills' rookie Spencer Brown. Today on the show, Joe and Eric get into some locker room talk, including: (2:06-4:36) - Growing up in Michigan playing multiple sports (4:36:10:56) - Gaining and losing weight in the NFL (10:56-17:55) - Playing through a neck injury in the Super Bowl (17:55-23:20)  - Toughest DE's that Joe played against (23:20-30:00) - Daily routine that led to Joe's success (30:00-37:30) - Advice to rookies in the NFL (37:30-38:35) - Generational difference in lineman today....back in my day (38:35-43:05) - Spencer Brown and the 2021 Buffalo Bills (43:05-47:15) - Joe's up-close opinion of t

Mark Kull is an industry leader in the insurance and financial advising worlds. Currently a Wealth Management Advisor at Northwestern Mutual, Mark is a CFP® certificate holder, along with having the CLU®, ChFC®, RICP®, and CASL® designations from the American College. He is based out of Louisville, Kentucky and creates generational wealth for everyday people. Today on the show, Mark and Eric dive into their 15+ year relationship and also give plenty of financial advice, including: (1:54-6:42) - Mark's upbringing in Louisville, HS football at Male (6:42-14:50) - Transition from Football to Finance, importance of work ethic (14:50-19:40) - How specialization helps Mark separates himself from the competition (19:40-24:15) - Mark's financial principals (24:15-29:50) - Common denominator of wealthy people, advice for NFL rookies (29:50-33:00) - Big mistakes people make with their money (33:00-39:30) - Crypto currency (39:30-46:00) - Mark's daily schedule, discovering his why And much more. Rate, review and subscri

David Akers played 16 seasons as a kicker in the NFL. The 6x Pro Bowler, 6x All-Pro and Philadelphia Eagles all-time scoring leader once played his college ball at the University of Louisville, just like Eric. David is now a corporate speaker, and today on the show, gives great advice about being prepared when opportunity knocks and nuggets about the mental side of football. Topics include: (1:50-8:40) - Growing up, how David started kicking (8:40-15:06) - Time with Louisville Cardinals, lessons from Coach Howard Schnellenberger (15:06-24:45) - Advice to rookies in the NFL, David's path to success (24:45-30:24) - Everyone thinks they can be a kicker (30:24-38:30) - The mental approach David took to be a kicker, pressure kicks (38:30-47:15) - Financial issues, things to avoid transitioning out of the NFL And much more. Subscribe, rate and review today! For more information about our sponsors today: Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off y

Kirk Herbstreit is an analyst for ESPN's College Gameday and a color commentator for college football games on ESPN and ABC. He has won five Sports Emmy Awards in various categories and is known around the world for his work. Today on the show, Kirk and Eric talk about their love of the game of football, behind the scenes of the TV set, and many more topics including:  (1:55-8:30) - Kirk growing up playing sports, his time playing football at Ohio State (8:30-12:20) - Breaking into broadcasting, falling in love with talk radio (12:20-18:39) - Working with athletes in broadcasting, why do some succeed and others fail? (18:39-26:00) - Find Your Voice, Feedback on Eric's broadcasting journey (26:00-28:30) - The traits of a leader (28:30-37:45) - NIL's impact on college sports and the NFL (37:45-41:00) - Kirk's kids playing at the University of Clemson (41:00-44:00) - Kirk and Eric in the horse racing world And much more. Subscribe today! For more information about our sponsors today:  https://trk.chil

The Buffalo Bills selected University of Miami defensive end Gregory Rousseau with the No. 30 overall pick in the 1st round of the 2021 NFL Draft.  Today, he becomes the youngest guest ever on What's Next with Eric Wood. 6 foot 7, 253 lbs and born in the year 2000, Greg looks to make an immediate impact with the Bills despite opting out of the college football season in 2020 due to COVID-19. In 2019, Greg led the ACC with 15.5 sacks and also added on 54 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss and seven quarterback hurries. Today on show, Eric gives Greg a few bits of advice, including:  (2:07-5:07) - Growing up playing sports, moving from WR to DE (5:07-8:10) - Decision to opt out of the 2020 season, what he did during off time (8:10-11:15) - Getting the call from Buffalo (11:15-15:20) - Who Greg modeless his game after (15:20-18:05) - What does Greg need to work on the most (18:05-21:06) - First big purchase And much more. Subscribe today! For more information about our sponsors today:  https://trk.chi

Craig Ballantyne is a best-selling author, an award winning business coach and is known around the planet as "The World's Most Disciplined Man." Craig now coaches entrepreneurs to make more money and work less using the techniques in his books "Unstoppable" and "The Perfect Week Formula." Today on the show, Eric and Craig dive into the importance of accountability, and also discuss:  (2:07-7:52) - Craig's upbringing, his transition from having anxiety attacks to becoming a public speaker (7:52-14:00) - The paradox of freedom (14:00-23:52) - What drives The World's Most Disciplined Man? (23:52-32:13) - Morning routine (32:13-35:00) - What a successful mindset looks like (35:00-39:20) - Craig's nutrition philosophy And much more. For more information bout Craig and his books, visit: https://www.craigballantyne.com/books/ Or follow him on Instagram @realcraigballantyne For more information about our sponsors today:  https://trk.chilisleep.com To get 22% off your order, use the code: Eric22 Jordan Yoc

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Michael Gervais is a high performance psychologist working in the trenches of high-stakes environments with some of the best in the world, training the mindset skills and practices essential to pursuing and revealing one’s potential. His clients include world record holders, Olympians, internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, MVPs from every major sport and Fortune 100 CEOs. Today on the show, Michael gets Inside The Mind, and talks with Eric about:  (1:55-3:45) - Michael's upbringing, sports he played (3:45-6:40) - How Michael got started in psychology (6:40-13:40) - Michael's time with the Seattle Seahawks & other professional sports teams (13:40-22:06) - Red Bull Stratos, Meeting Pete Carroll (22:06-30:40) - Helping Seattle overcome the Super Bowl loss, controlling your emotions (30:40-38:00) - How Michael approaches a physiological meeting with a client (38:00-41:14) - The importance of being present (41:14-49:20) -Issues people have with transitions - finding purpose And much more. Subsc

Dan Oliver is a Louisville based entrepreneur who has had a rapid rise to success. Founder and owner of Dan-O's seasoning, Dan has a story of perseverance and dedication that many can learn from. Today on the show, Eric and Dan cook up some food at the E-Wood Headquarters, and discuss: (1:41-4:02) - Dan the competitor (4:02-12:03) - Dan's career journey and start of Dan-O's (12:03-18:02) - How Dan grew the brand of Dan-O's (18:02-21:45) - The pandemic pivot (21:45-25:15) - Advice to small business owners (25:15-31:20) - What separates Dan-O's from the competition  And much more. Follow Dan on Social media @danosseasoning and vest their website https://danosseasoning.com/

Ben Greenfield is human performance consultant, speaker and New York Times bestselling author of 17 books. Ben has also been instrumental in Eric's body and brain transformation after his retirement from the NFL. Today on the show, Ben gives practical advice from a health standpoint and shares strong words about his faith journey. Topics on the show include: (2:00-10:55) - Where Ben grew up, some of the sports he played (10:55-14:20) - The benefits of being an introvert (14:20-26:15) - Tips for recovering your body (26:15-30:40) - Optimal brain health, training the brain (30:40-43:25) - Diet changes to live a healthier life (43:25-56:08) - Ben's faith journey as a committed follower of Christ And much more. Learn more about Ben at: https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/ & follow Ben on Twitter @Bengreenfield For more information about our sponsors today: Twinspires Use promo code "Eric25" now through Derby, and listeners will receive $25 in their wagering accoount after making a $5 bet on the app https://trk

Brad Cox is a Louisville based Horse Trainer and will bring the favorite to the 147th KY Derby this Saturday, and that's Essential Quality.  Brad's North American career earnings exceed $80 million with 1,492 wins through 2021. He has won 6 Breeders' Cup races and will look to become the first Louisville trainer to ever win the KY Derby. Today on the show, Eric an Brad discuss: 2:55-6:40 - Getting into the horse business 6:40-9:00 - What separates elite horses from the rest 9:00-12:30 - What to look for when buying horses 12:30-16:41 - KY Derby Preview And much more.  For more information about our sponsors today: Twinspires Use promo code "Eric25" now through Derby, and listeners will receive $25 in their wagering account after making a $5 bet on the app Jordan Yocum LouisvilleCustomClothing.com Instagram: @KentuckyClothier https://punchdenergy.com To get 20% off your order, use the code: EricWood20

Ben Newman is a highly regarded Performance Coach, International Speaker and Best-Selling Author, whose clients include Fortune 500 companies around the world, business executives, sales organizations and professional athletes in the NFL, PGA, NBA, MLB, UFC and NCAA. Ben serves as a Mental Conditioning Coach for the 18-time National Champion Alabama Crimson Tide football team and has worked with players from the last 3 Super Bowl Champion teams. Today on the show, Eric and Ben get into some of the lessons that he teaches Coach Nick Saban. Other topics include: (2:00-6:40) - The power of words & mentors at a young age (6:40-9:15) - Ben's career journey, You Always can Improve (9:15-13:00) - Accountability & Mindset (13:00-17:12) - Relationship with Mom (18:12-31:00) - Alabama Football, Leadership lessons from Nick Saban (31:00-35:00) - Ben's morning routine (35:00-39:46) - Ben's faith journey And much more. For more information about our sponsors today: https://trk.chilisleep.com To get 22% off your o

Dan Morgan is a former Pro Bowl NFL Linebacker for the Carolina Panthers and the current Director of Player Personnel for the Buffalo Bills. Dan was selected 11th overall in the 2001 NFL Draft after playing college football at the University of Miami. At Miami, Dan became the first sophomore team captain in team history and was the first player in NCAA history to win the Butkus Award, the Nagurski Trophy and the Bednarik Award in a career (and in the same year). Today on the show, Dan and Eric discuss: (2:14-4:25) - Dan's upbringing in sports, transition into college (4:25-7:35) - Switching positions & leadership lessons from Miami (7:35-14:03) - Dan's advice to NFL players, looking back on his 7 year career (14:03-18:25) - Dan's transition out of the NFL and into the front office  (18:25-24:05) - The job of Director of Player of Personnel: Covid impact, balancing family life & 2021 Buffalo Bills talk And much more! For more information about our sponsors today: https://punchdenergy.com To get 2

Join Eric, Mike and Jana on Instagram LIVE for a LIVE edition of What's Next with Eric Wood. Mike Caussin played 5 seasons in the NFL and is a former teammate of Eric's with the Buffalo Bills. His wife, Jana Kramer, is an actress and country music superstar. Together, the two have written a book titled "The Good Fight" that explores the raw and real emotional moments of their marriage. Today on the show, the gang get into several different topics, including:  Dealing with each others Quirks Mike's injury history in the NFL Jana's decision to get into acting What moves the needle for them Stories from writing the book "The Good Fight" The transitions throughout their careers 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 yo

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:

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:

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

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

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 Louisvil

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