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Jan 22, 2014SS PODCAST: SMU football head coach Rhett Lashlee on coaching as a calling, Godly leadership
Jun 10, 2025THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING RHETT LASHLEE
Rhett Lashlee is the football head coach at SMU. He joined the program in 2022 after serving as an assistant coach for more than a decade with programs like Miami (Florida), Auburn and Connecticut.
In 2018 and 2019, he was SMU’s offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, before taking the same roles at Miami for 2020 and 2021.
Today on the podcast, Rhett Lashlee shares insights on building a winning culture in college football, navigating the challenges of modern college athletics, leading his team to the College Football Playoff, and the significance of discipleship and community in maintaining spiritual health.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
It’s simple, Christ died so that I, an unworthy hypocrite and a sinner, could LIVE. Love in its purest form. The Ultimate Sacrifice. #GoodFriday pic.twitter.com/CxRcWFnRY9
— Rhett Lashlee (@rhettlashlee) March 30, 2018
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SS PODCAST: NFL receiver K.J. Osborn on faith, football, rescuing a man from a burning car
Jun 6, 2025THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING K.J. OSBORN
K.J. Osborn is a wide receiver in the NFL with the Washington Commanders. He was selected in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft by Minnesota. He spent four seasons with the Vikings (2020-23) before signing with the New England Patriots for 2024 and Washington for 2025.
In today’s conversation, K.J. Osborn shares about his experience as an NFL player, discussing the unique challenges he faces, including mental health issues, financial pressures, and the importance of faith. He recounts a heroic incident where he saved a man from a burning car, reflecting on the impact of that experience on his life and faith.
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Welcome back @KJ_Osborn! pic.twitter.com/tdiGaMF6MJ
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) March 14, 2025
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SS PODCAST: Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins on mental wellness, controlled anger, intimacy with Christ
May 30, 2025THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING BRIAN DAWKINS
Brian Dawkins played 16 seasons in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles and Denver Broncos from 1996-2011. The nine-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018. In 2012, the Eagles retired his No. 20 jersey.
Today on the podcast, Matt Forte talks to Brian Dawkins about managing anger and emotions, the significance of mental health awareness, and the role of Scripture in providing strength and guidance. He emphasizes the need for community support and the power of grace in personal growth, encouraging listeners to pursue an intentional relationship with God.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
— Brian Dawkins (@BrianDawkins) April 14, 2025
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SS PODCAST: 10-time Pro Bowler Matthew Slater on faith, family, retirement, identity
May 23, 2025THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST WITH MATT FORTE, FEATURING MATTHEW SLATER
Matthew Slater played 16 seasons with the New England Patriots from 2008-23. He was a member of three Super Bowl championship teams, was selected to 10 Pro Bowls, and named a first-team All Pro two times. In 2017, he was named the Bart Starr Award winner, and in 2021 he won the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award.
Today on the podcast, Matt Forte sits down with Matthew Slater in person to discuss growing up with a Hall of Fame football-playing father, his first year with the Patriots after retiring, growing in his relationship with Jesus, focusing on who God is, and remaining humble.
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How do we feel about drafting Matthew Slater 12 years ago today?!
Awww yeah. pic.twitter.com/Pvsk4pV3xQ
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) April 28, 2020
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