NFL kicker and entrepreneur Matt McCrane joins the show to talk football, his restaurant, and his journey.

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Chapters

0:00 - Introduction to Matt McCrane

5:13 - Matt's Journey into Kicking

10:23 - NFL Experiences and Challenges

14:39 - The Cutthroat Nature of Kicking

18:52 - Life Beyond Football: Restaurant Ventures

20:09 - Real Estate and Business Aspirations

27:51 - Navigating Life After Sports

29:31 - The Importance of School Connections for Athletes

32:33 - The Role of Education in College Sports

34:31 - Navigating Academic Standards in College Football

39:15 - The Journey to Division I Football

42:43 - The Changing Landscape of Kicking Specialists

44:10 - Mental Resilience in Professional Sports

51:12 - Life After Football: Transitioning Careers