NEW PODCAST: Josh McCown, Matt Forte and Isaac Bruce

NEW PODCAST: Josh McCown, Matt Forte and Isaac Bruce

By Jason Romano Feb 2, 2018

Jason Romano and Jets RB Matt Forte at Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis.

THIS IS EPISODE 77 OF THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST

On this special edition of the Sports Spectrum Podcast live from Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis, we spoke with New York Jets QB Josh McCown, Jets RB Matt Forte and former Rams legendary WR Isaac Bruce.

Josh McCown came up with the idea to create FOOTBALL SUNDAY and show the stories of faith and football in churches around the country.

Matt Forte talks about promoting Jesus at the Super Bowl.

Isaac Bruce shares about being patience and praising Jesus while he waits for his opportunity to be elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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SS PODCAST: Former NFL player Anthony ‘Spice’ Adams on faith, fatherhood, forgiveness

By Sports Spectrum Apr 25, 2025

Anthony "Spice" Adams in 2010. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING ANTHONY “SPICE” ADAMS

Anthony “Spice” Adams is a former NFL player who was selected in the second round of the 2003 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers. He spent four seasons with San Francisco, then signed in 2007 with the Chicago Bears, where he would spend the last five years of his career. He was teammates with our host, Matt Forte, for four seasons in Chicago.

Today on the podcast, Anthony “Spice” Adams joins us to talk about his family background, his draft day experience, the challenges of playing nose guard, and the humorous moments he and Forte shared as teammates. They discuss the importance of camaraderie in the locker room, the highs and lows of game-day rituals, and the adrenaline rush that follows a game.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

The story behind the iconic yellow jacket 😂 @spiceadams pic.twitter.com/8CZHlr8Vm8

— Whistle (@WhistleSports) March 4, 2025

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SS PODCAST: Former NFL player turned pastor Derwin Gray on reaching a Gospel-starved world

By Sports Spectrum Apr 18, 2025

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THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING DERWIN GRAY

Derwin Gray played five seasons in the NFL with the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers. He is currently the pastor of Transformation Church in the Charlotte, North Carolina, area. His latest book, “Lit Up With Love,” is out now.

Today on the podcast, we talk to Derwin Gray about the “naked preacher” who led him to Jesus, how his scars have helped him help others, and being an “everyday missionary” who is led by love as a follower of Christ.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

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SS PODCAST: Former pitcher Scott Linebrink on 25th anniversary of MLB debut, serving others

By Sports Spectrum Apr 15, 2025

Scott Linebrink in 2011 with the Braves. (AP Photo/Gregory Smith)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING SCOTT LINEBRINK

Scott Linebrink is a former MLB pitcher and now the host of Sports Spectrum’s “Get in the Game” podcast. He pitched for 12 years in the big leagues with the San Francisco Giants, Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago White Sox, Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals. He made his MLB debut on April 15, 2000.

Today on the podcast, we talk to Scott Linebrink about the 25th anniversary of his MLB debut, what it means to be humble and others-focused, what the Bible says about serving, and encouragement for athletes on what it means to serve.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

What a kick to go on the @Sports_Spectrum podcast with my good friends @UncleCharlie50 and @JasonRomano to talk about our mutual love for @water_mission, baseball, and life beyond the game. Give it a listen 👇 https://t.co/345HQncSnG

— Scott Linebrink (@ScottLinebrink) April 3, 2024

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SS PODCAST: Former Bears DB Charles Tillman on ‘Peanut Punch,’ trusting God in storms

By Sports Spectrum Apr 11, 2025

Charles Tillman in 2012. (AP Photo/Stephen Morton)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE & JASON ROMANO, FEATURING CHARLES TILLMAN

Charles Tillman is a former Pro Bowl cornerback with the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers. He was selected in the second round of the 2003 NFL Draft, 35th overall to the Bears. He spent 12 seasons with Chicago (2003-2014) and helped the Bears to an NFC championship and trip to Super Bowl XLI in 2006-07. He was selected to the 2011 and 2012 Pro Bowls, and in 2013 was selected as the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year.

Thanks to his “Peanut Punch,” Tillman owns the NFL record for most forced fumbles in a game, with four against the Tennessee Titans in 2012. He also had three interceptions returned for touchdowns that season and was a first-team All-Pro.

Today on the podcast, Charles Tillman joins his former teammate, Matt Forte, to discuss his NFL Draft story, the challenges he faced around the game of football, developing the “Peanut Punch,” and the importance of faith and family during difficult times, such as his daughter’s heart surgery.

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HBD @peanuttillman!!! 🎂

Throwback to arguably the greatest single game defensive performance in NFL History! 🙌pic.twitter.com/Ef0pa1o4zq

— CHGO Bears (@CHGO_Bears) February 23, 2025