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Former NFL player Willie Buchanon on his NFL career, his faith in Christ and his surviving a stroke
Former NFL player Willie Buchanon on his NFL career, his faith in Christ and his surviving a stroke
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Length:
21 minutes
Released:
Apr 7, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Willie Buchanon played 11 seasons in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers and San Diego Chargers. He was selected 7th overall in the 1972 NFL Draft by the Packers and in his first season, was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. He was named to the Pro Bowl in 1974 and 1978. After seven seasons with the Packers, Buchanon moved to San Diego and finished his final four seasons with the Chargers. After his football career ended, Willie was named to the San Diego Chargers 50th anniversary team and the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. Today on the podcast, we talk to Willie about his NFL playing career, growing up as a pastor's kid and living his life as a follower of Christ. Willie also shares his miraculous story of surviving a stroke and how being prepared helped save his life. Receive our Sports Spectrum Devotional written by professional athletes for FREE when you sign up for our Sports Spectrum Weekly Email Newsletter. Sign up here. http://SportsSpectrum.com/newsletter
Released:
Apr 7, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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