
On this special edition of the Sports Spectrum Podcast, we are live from Minneapolis at Super Bowl LII, where we interview Buffalo Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander, former NFL QBs Dan Orlovsky and Bruce Gradkowski, and San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Leger Douzable.

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Miles McPherson was selected in the 10th round of the 1982 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams. After being released, he was picked up by the San Diego Chargers, where he would play four seasons as a defensive back.
During his time as a player, McPherson became a follower of Jesus Christ, a decision that would eventually lead him to becoming a pastor. For the past 26 years, he has been the senior pastor and founder of Rock Church in San Diego.
Today on the podcast, Miles shares about the state of the young Christian athlete, his NFL journey, transitioning away from football, the importance of sharing the Gospel, and the importance of “Just 1.”
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>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
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Kirk Cousins is preparing for his 15th NFL season after signing a free-agent deal with the Las Vegas Raiders. The four-time Pro Bowler was originally a fourth-round pick in 2012 by the Washington Redskins, spent six seasons in Washington, then six with Minnesota and two with Atlanta before joining Las Vegas in March.
Today on the podcast, Kirk joins Matt Forte to discuss his new home in Las Vegas, the decision to join the Raiders, being a steward of his football career, prayer in his life, and being a dad to two boys.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
The Autumn Wind…
— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) April 2, 2026
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Mason Miller is the stud closer for the San Diego Padres. He was originally selected by the Oakland A’s in the third round of the 2021 MLB Draft after a college career at Division-III Waynesburg University and one year at Division-I Gardner Webb. He made his MLB debut in April 2023, and in 2024 was named to the American League All-Star team. In July 2025 he was traded to the Padres, and in 2026 he was named to Team USA’s World Baseball Classic roster.
Today on the podcast, Mason Miller joins Jason Romano and Scott Linebrink to talk about throwing 104 mph, his newfound stardom, finding identity outside of baseball, growing in his faith, what “Jesus Won” means to him, and the experience of being traded in 2025 from the Athletics to the Padres.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
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Mark McKenzie is a defender with Toulouse in France’s top league, and a member of the U.S. men’s national team preparing for the 2026 World Cup. He played college soccer at Wake Forest in 2017, and then turned pro, signing with the Philadelphia Union of MLS in 2018.
Today on the podcast, Mark McKenzie shares his God-story, takes us inside his preparation for the FIFA World Cup, and talks about what it means to represent the U.S. in the biggest soccer tournament in the world. He also shares how soccer became his sport of choice and why he places his identity in Jesus Christ.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
"Any time you get the chance to put on the shirt, it has a weight and privilege to it."
We met up with Mark McKenzie in France to look at what lies ahead in 2026. @ToulouseFC | @Ligue1_ENG pic.twitter.com/Nq9ip1AKtN
— U.S. Soccer Men's National Team (@USMNT) April 28, 2026
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