For The Athlete is a podcast dedicated to giving athletes a platform to control their own narrative and talk about the topics they care about. The show is hosted by Brooks Huber and he is joined by current/former professional athletes weekly. These episodes follow their journey to the league and passions outside of their sport in an effort to humanize the athlete.
Ep. 23 Commanders RB Austin Ekeler Joins For The Athlete
In this exclusive episode, Brooks Huber sits down with one of the NFL’s most exciting and versatile running backs, Austin Ekeler. Now a star for the Washington Commanders, Ekeler’s journey from lightly recruited high school player to leading the NFL in touchdowns is nothing short of inspirational. He’s not just making waves on the field but also off it as the founder of the fan engagement platform Eksperience and the Austin Ekeler Foundation.
Ekeler’s story is one of perseverance, passion, and proving doubters wrong. From setting records with the Los Angeles Chargers to becoming one of the pound-for-pound strongest players in the league, he’s built a legacy of determination and excellence. In this interview, Ekeler opens up how he signed with the Commanders, the motivation behind creating Eksperience, and his commitment to giving back through his foundation.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• How Ekeler ended up in Washington D.C. and the expections on offense this season. #nfl #cfb #fantasyfootball
• The vision behind Eksperience and how it’s changing the game for athletes and fans.
• The impact of the Austin Ekeler Foundation and its mission to support underprivileged communities.
Don’t miss this deep dive into the mind of one of football’s most inspiring players, and learn how his off-the-field efforts are making a lasting difference.
👉 Watch now to get an insider’s look at Austin Ekeler’s incredible journey and his mission to empower others!
17 Jul 2024
Ep. 22 Jets TE Tyler Conklin Joins For The Athlete
In this episode of For The Athlete, host Brooks Huber sits down with NFL star Tyler Conklin. From his initial commitment to play Division 2 basketball at Northwood University to his remarkable journey as a walk-on football player at Central Michigan, Conklin's story is one of resilience and determination. Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the 5th round of the 2018 NFL Draft, Conklin played with the team until 2022, when he signed with the New York Jets as a free agent. With one year left on his contract, Conklin shares insights and experiences from his inspiring career. Tune in to hear Tyler Conklin's full story!
17 May 2024
Ep. 21 Jets Punter Thomas Morstead Joins For The Athlete
Join host Brooks Huber as he sits down with Jets Punter Thomas Morstead for an exclusive 1-on-1 interview about his 15-year career, his famous onside kick in Super Bowl XLIV and what the New York media got wrong about the Jets last season.
00:00 - Introduction.
01:00 - Re-signing with the Jets.
02:10 - How He Began Playing Football & Walking on at SMU.
06:20 - Getting Drafted By The Saints & Dealing with Pressure.
09:40 - Behind The Scenes of the famous onside kick in Super Bowl XLIV.
14:10 - Being Cut by the Saints and Being able to Bounce Back.
17:35 - How the 2023 Jets season actually played out and What the Media got Wrong.
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