For this week’s Sports Spectrum Flashback, we take you back to 2002 where we caught up with Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner.
The article, written by Phyllis Miller, is entitled, “Special Delivery – When Kurt Warner fulfills a speaking engagement, he delivers more than a speech – he shows that he’s the real deal.”
Gene Forte is the father of our Sports Spectrum host, Matt Forte. Gene was a defensive tackle at Tulane University from 1974 to 1978, and Matt played as a running back there from 2004 to 2007.
Today on the show, Gene joins his son Matt on a special Father’s Day edition of the Sports Spectrum Podcast. The conversation touches on the impact of fatherlessness in society, the power of forgiveness, and redemption in parenting. Gene shares valuable insights on how to be a good father, emphasizing love, discipline and the importance of spiritual guidance.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
Matt Forte and his father, Gene. One family, 2 generations of football players… 2 different takes on hairstyles. pic.twitter.com/wkAPshOhvt
— E60 (@E60) November 4, 2015
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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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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.
>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<
Welcome back @KJ_Osborn! pic.twitter.com/tdiGaMF6MJ
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) March 14, 2025
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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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