Paper Route: Ep. 105 | Aaron Rodgers Speaks Out for The FIRST Time Since His Injury

I AM ATHLETE (S2E2) | The Year Of The Black Quarterback: On episode 2 of I AM ATHLETE, go inside the minds of professional athletes Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson and friends as they kick off discussions about levels of NFL ownership, unique perspectives of the 2020 season and the year of the black quarterback.I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their thoughts and views on relevant topics covered each week.A new episode premieres every Monday at 12pm Eastern.I AM ATHLETE is a thought provoking and in-depth podcast that offers multiple perspectiveson subjects ranging from sports to controversial topics to fashion to lifesty by I Am Athlete

57 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E3) | What Defines an Athlete Outside of Sports?: On episode 3 of I AM ATHLETE, Brandon, Chad, Channing and guest President of House of Athlete, Ese Ighedosa all discuss defining moments in their life outside of sports. They also discuss what constitutes being the greatest athlete of all time. Can a female be the greatest of all time? Vote November 3rd.I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their thoughts and views on relevant topics covered each week.A new episode premieres every Monday at 12pm Eastern.I AM ATHLETE is a thought provoking and in-depth podcast that offers multiple perspectiveson subjects ranging by I Am Athlete

57 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E7) | LEBRON or MJ & The Next Black NFL Coach: On Episode 7 of I AM ATHLETE, Chad & Fred are unable to pick between Lebron and Michael Jordan as the Greatest Of All Time, while Brandon & Channing think it is clear cut. And is this the year the NFL gets it right with black coaches? The guys don’t hold back as they discuss how owners think. I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their thoughts and views on relevant topics covered each week.A new episode premieres every Monday at 12pm Eastern.I AM ATHLETE is a thought provoking and in-depth podcast that offers multiple perspectiveson subjects ranging from sports t by I Am Athlete

33 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E12) | Marriage, Mental Health & Moving On From The NFL: On Episode 12, the conversation gets deep as the I Am Athlete crew talk about life transitions, finding closure and being mentally prepared for the unknown. What is the plan for life after football? How do you keep going when you want to give up? Fred and Brandon stress the importance of relationships and setting goals while Chad envies and wants what they have- a long marriage. The guys explain that marriage, like any relationship, is a lot of work and not always easy...Chad says he's done skating the thin line and asks if 15 carats is a big enough ring to solidify the next step!South Florida sports reporter, Omar Kelly, who covered both Brandon and Chad during difficult moments in their careers, sits in for Channing and sheds light on his experiences working with athletes as the game is taken from them as well as his take on the hall of fame process. I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion by I Am Athlete

68 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E14) | COVID Battles, Boxing & Relationship Stress: On Episode 14, Channing returns to his I Am Athlete hosting duties and opens up about his own personal battle with COVID-19 and how it affected his family too. Fred and Brandon talk about how the illness also derailed Dez Bryant’s long awaited NFL return while Chad chimes in with Channing on how quarantine is changing the landscape of relationships in general, personally and professionally. Forced communication vs the deal with it later mentality is something that all people who are living together are experiencing under these times. And with all these celebrity boxing matches on the rise, Chad talks the sweet science of the sport and says it’s not as easy as it looks and challenges Brandon to 3 rounds in the ring! We know Channing is back and fiery as usual when the conversation takes a left turn to talking goats (the actual animal) and he coins a new nickname for Taylor- “Freaky Fred”! This episode will have you laug by I Am Athlete

42 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E20) | Chad vs. Current NFL & WNBA Stars: On Episode 20, the Season 2 Finale begins! On Part 1, Brandon and Chad sit down with two of the NFL's top wide receivers, D.K. Metcalf and Justin Jefferson along with WNBA star Lexi Brown and the conversation covers everything from sports to finances to personal relationships...with the hard hitting question being, "Do you eat McDonalds"??Chad challenges the younger receivers- saying anything they can do, he can do better with a funny yet confident rebuttal from Metcalf and Jefferson that brings Chad to tears (and uncontrollable laughter). As Channing and Fred listen to the conversation from Brandon jumps in and asks each of the three young athletes what they spend their money on and to talk about their first big purchases. Immediately the pay scale between women sports vs mens is apparent as the guys listen to Lexi describe her experiences playing in the WNBA. Turning to a more serious tone, Brandon and Chad ask what it's been by I Am Athlete

43 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E1) | The NBA Bubble & NFL Restart: On the season 2 premiere of I AM ATHLETE, we welcome Chad Johnson to the crew and discuss life in the NBA bubble, the NFL upcoming season and shooting of Jacob Blake.I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. A new episode premieres every Monday at 12pm Eastern. by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E11) | Making Headlines, Paying Fines & $100K Bets: On Episode 11, keep the popcorn popping as Terrell Owens returns to the I Am Athlete Podcast again this week, making a statement wearing his GOAT shirt. Between $100K bets and NFL regrets, the conversation gets heated as the guys are full of fire discussing everything from Hall of Fame disses to team distractions to who’s the best player in the room. TO crowns Chad a top 5 WR while Brandon boasts he broke TO's NFL record for most catches in a game. Mr. "55/50", Fred Taylor, expresses frustration with the Hall of Fame process while asking TO what he regrets more, not giving his speech in Canton or being injured during the Super Bowl. I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they co by I Am Athlete

57 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E4) | Breaking Down The Debate & COVID In The NFL: The boys are back on Episode 4 of I AM ATHLETE! Unfiltered conversation breaking down the political debate, COVID and the fate of the NFL season. by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E18) | Are Those Fighting Words?: On Episode 18, uncontrollable laughter quickly turns to heated conflict as tempers flare between Chad and Brandon on this week's episode of I Am Athlete. To start it off, Channing asks the guys "How much is too much on social media?" and directs his questioning to Chad who appears to be an open book on the internet. Brandon invites former NCAA kicker standout turned Youtube star, Donald 'Deestroying" De La Haye, to join the conversation. Deestroying shares his internet perspective and experience of having to choose between his NFL dreams and being a Youtube personality. Channing, who doesn't think highly of kickers as athletes, is in disbelief that Deestroying gave up being a NFL kicker to make videos on the internet while Fred, Brandon and Chad understand that he did what was best for him at the time. The discussion takes a turn to sacred time and leads to a hilarious trip down memory lane of Channing and Chad reminiscing about curio by I Am Athlete

53 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E17) | Learning The Hard Way & Starting New In 2021: On Episode 17, the guys are split on the Dwayne Haskins situation as Chad and Channing feel for the former first round pick after his release while Fred and Brandon say his actions were reckless giving the opportunity he had and the disregard he showed his head coach and organization. Violating COVID protocol is a serious matter and disrespectful to people suffering from the effects; as Brandon opens up about his own recent battle with the virus which led to an onset of mental health issues and panic attacks that found him wandering his street in the middle of the night with fear and sadness. As the guys discuss their aspirations and plans for 2021, Chad chimes in that he doesn’t believe in new year’s resolutions but rather if people do whatever they want everyday then they’ll be happy. Fred takes a more reflective approach and says it’s about creating the life you want to live and even those who look like they have i by I Am Athlete

53 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E19) | Michael Vick Talks CTE & Adversity: On Episode 19, Michael Vick joins the I Am Athlete crew and the guys talk about everything from CTE, to adversity to passing the torch when the game is no longer your game. Brandon opens up about watching a film his former teammate directed about CTE and asks the guys if they are willing to donate their brain to science...an eerie silence fills the room, as they all realize the hits and damage over the years. Posing the question, if the guys would let their young children play the sport, Channing and Brandon say no while Chad, Fred and Mike don't feel you should live life by what ifs and wouldn't stop their children. Channing shares what it was like watching his former friend and NFL teammate Junior Seau suffer the effects of CTE and the tragedy surrounding the illness. Fred talks adversity over the years and turns to Vick who opens up about the challenges he's faced and assuming responsibility instead of putting the blame on by I Am Athlete

53 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E27) | I AM Black: HBCU Women & Black Excellence: It doesn't need to be February to recognize and honor black excellence and in this special edition of I Am Black, we are not only recognizing black success but black female success. Brandon Marshall and Fred Taylor sit down with Ese Ighedosa, President House Of Athlete and Bri Thompson, founder of Spiked Spin, for a deep conversation about their journeys and what it means to insult the standard. Sharing her words to live by, Bri explains how insulting the standard is more than just a catchy phrase, it's about being confident, passionate and a risk taker. This mantra guided her journey into the fitness industry and defined her mission as an entrepreneur. Starting Spiked Spin during a global pandemic and a time of heightened social unrest didn't intimidate Bri but motivated her to keep going and keep impacting lives. When asked by Brandon what it's like taking on industry giants like Soul Cycle and Peloton, Bri smirked and by I Am Athlete

36 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E8) | NFL Deep Threat or Team Distraction...And When The Game is Taken Away From You- Who Are You?: On Episode 8, The I AM ATHLETE crew discusses if Antonio Brown has done the mental work needed to be back on the NFL field, using their own experiences of personal miscues to guide the discussion. Chad argues the NFL is an entertainment business justifying his own actions over the years. Also they talk about the World Series, pulling Blake Snell in game 6 and if analytics is ruining America’s favorite past time. When The Game is Taken Away From You...Who Are You?I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their though by I Am Athlete

44 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E10) | Race, Rocky Relationships and Role Play: Get your Popcorn ready! Terrell Owens joins the I Am Athlete crew this week and the conversation gets heated as the guys express their views on everything from race and Rooney rule, to rocky relationships between teammates and friends to health scares we face everyday.In Episode 10, the guys paint a picture of what the country looks like after the election and the conversation then turns personal as each opens up about experiences with prostate cancer screenings, with Chad’s hitting close to home after his father passed from it in 2010. Brandon encourages looking out for the health of women in their lives while Channing segues into a different kind of role he plays with his wife. In the words of TO- the show “changes gears” quickly” so buckle up, it's a fun ride!I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gr by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E6) | Did the Dallas Cowboys not believe in Dak?: On Season 2 Episode 6, The I AM ATHLETE crew breaks down just how much Dak Prescott's injury cost him and things get heated as they discuss if it is worth the risk to wait for the reward? Brandon Marshall feels that the franchise tag is misused and players should hold out that final year while Fred Taylor feels if you compete and play, the money will come. I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their thoughts and views on relevant topics covered each week.A new episode premieres every Monday at 12pm Eastern.I AM ATHLETE is a thought provoking and in-depth podca by I Am Athlete

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I AM Woman (S1E4)- Should A Woman Pay For A First Date?: On this week's episode of I Am Woman, Alexis Stoudemire joins Michi, Sharelle and Ashley to talk about the importance of healthy relationships with partners, family and with ourselves. After a public but amicable divorce from longtime partner former NBA star Amare Stoudemire, Alexis stresses the importance of maintaining a friendship to be able to Co-Parent in the best manner possible. The relationships we have with others is the example we set for the younger generation especially within the household but finding time for yourself and your friends is important to the balance. Ashley tells a story of how she tries to lead by example in all aspects of relationships not just personal ones but with business, reminding her kids always that being able to support black owned businesses is helping sustain culture and growth. Michi opens up about how Brandon courted her from their college days, carrying her books and showing from day on by I Am Athlete

55 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E9) | Is A Woman There For The Money or Is She The One?: On Episode 9 of I AM ATHLETE the crew learns more about Chad’s new found relationship and Brandon poses the question, “How do you know when she’s the one?”. They dive deep into their experiences with woman, money and marriage but most importantly, who they are as men. The conversation turns to football and the long-time Tom Brady and Bill Belichick relationship and how both are fairing while not sharing the same sideline after almost 20 years.I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their thoughts and views on relevant topics covered each week.A new episod by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E22) | Jake Paul: Everyone Wants To Knock Me Out: Kicking off our post Super Bowl show, Jake Paul stops by and is talking about everything from growing up in the internet spotlight to his transition into boxing to when and if trash talking is ever too much. It doesn't take long for things to heat up and get intense! Channing questions Jake's level of internet stardom as success and pushes him to explain why he thinks he deserves the same respect as other professional fighters. Recently, Jake has made headlines for calling out UFC Fighter Connor McGregor as well as jawing with boxing royalty Floyd Mayweather about getting in the ring. Jake says Floyd is going to ruin his legacy trying to fight him or his brother Logan. Although Channing questions Jake as a legitimate boxer, Brandon and Fred respect his commitment to the sport as Jake opens up about how boxing saved his life and gave him purpose in a time where he was struggling to hold on to his stability.The war of word by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E5) | What Do Athletes Do With Their Money?: On Episode 5 of the I AM ATHLETE Podcast, the 4 former NFL stars give their insight and experience on how they dealt with their earnings while playing, tell us where they invested their money after retiring and give advice to young players on how manage the big bucks.I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: Brandon Marshall, Chad Johnson, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder. These gridiron giants pull no punches and have no filter while expressing themselves on the importance of the issues and topics they cover. Each week the podcast is growing in popularity and its' subscribers due to the panelists frankness in sharing their thoughts and views on relevant topics covered each week.A new episode premieres every Monday at 12pm Eastern.I AM ATHLETE is a thought provoking and in-depth podcast that offers multiple perspectiveson subjects ranging from sports to controversial topics to fa by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E16) | Rick Ross Rings In The New Year: On Episode 16, Rick "Rozay" Ross joins the I Am Athlete Crew to ring in the new year opening up about his own life experiences and sharing advice in business, relationships and health. Brandon talks about his long standing bond with the music executive-entrepreneur and how it helped shape his own business aspirations while still playing in the NFL. As they reminisce, Rozay gets personal about his health battles which led him to find a more sustainable lifestyle, both physically and mentally, a passion that Brandon shares. Fred and Channing tackle all the business ventures Rozay has created, touch on the keys to success and the life lessons learned along the way. Rozay stresses the importance of capitalizing on opportunities outside your craft and how to make it all work. Chad chimes in that he will be making a guest appearance on Ross' new album and even gives a sneak peak of his rapping skills! Talking music, the guys dive into t by I Am Athlete

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NICK YOUNG | If I Feel Like I Need To Cry, I'm Going To Cry: I Am Athlete LA is a newly expanded series of the successful franchise, I Am Athlete Podcast, that is filmed in Los Angeles, California. I Am Athlete LA, short for IAA LA, is hosted by former NBA and NFL players Nick Young, Brandon Jennings, Michael Bennett, Duke Ihenacho, and led by successful entrepreneur, Keenan Beasley. These public figures are all stars whether on the field, on the court, in business, and behind the mic. This crew covers popular, controversial, and relatable topics surrounding culture, entertainment, business, and sports, with an LA twist. Through their discussions and viewpoints, they all convey they are much bigger than an “athlete.” IAA LA Season 1: Episode 4Keenan, Nick, Brandon, Michael and Duke start off episode 4 with a mental check-in on one another. The L.A crew also discuss betting on themselves and reveal where their source of confidence grew from. The cast go on to share their perspectives on by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E34) | NFL Draft: What Pick You Are Doesn't Mean Sh!t: It’s NFL draft week and we have wide receiver standouts Jarvis Landry and Stefon Diggs joining the show to talk everything from growing up as the men of the household to personal draft day experiences to being in the league now.Fred starts the conversation off by asking the guys to share advice to the young guys going through the draft process this week. Diggs is quick to answer sayings it’s nice to be a first round pick but when the smoke clears, it doesn’t really matter when your name is called, it matters what you do when you are in the league. Both star wide receivers share their draft experiences which aren’t as joyous as most people think they would be. Diggs recounts how many teams passed him up which gave him a chip on his shoulder that since has motivated him everyday. Similarly, Landry felt a little slighted too but more embarrassed that he was ready to hear his name called on the first day and felt he by I Am Athlete

56 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E13) | Breaking Down Baker Mayfield: On Episode 13, Former NFL Head Coach Hue Jackson stops by to talk about his new role as a business owner as well as set the record straight on what really went on between him and Baker Mayfield in Cleveland. Brandon pushes the talk further, digging in on specifics of Baker and Jackson's relationship and asks what's next for him. Fred admires Jackson's journey from south LA to becoming one of only 18 Black Head Coaches in the NFL and shares how I Am Athlete finally gives them a chance to open up about real experiences and be people first. Chad chimes in about his playing time when the conversation takes an unexpected but funny turn to his relationship with new girlfriend and the things he's doing to show his love. NFL Columnist, Omar Kelly, is back again this week providing an alternate perspective covering the game while giving his take on what he sees coaches and athletes experience both on and off the field. I Am Athlete podcast is by I Am Athlete

62 min listen

I AM Woman (S1E1)- Beside Every Good Man Is A Strong Woman: Beside every good man is a strong woman...Welcome to the I Am Woman Podcast!Getting to know the woman beside the man! In a spin off from her husbands’s show Michi Marshall leads a discussion about the balance between working, marriage and motherhood, getting personal and candid about the obstacles they face balancing it all. Sitting down with Aja Crowder, Sharelle Rosado and Ashley Wheeler, the ladies open up their lives and share their journey in this new limited series. On this first episode, we hear how the women found love and commitment with their significant others and how they’ve made it work through the ups and downs of their husband’s NFL careers. But before they were wives and mothers, we learn about them as driven women on a mission. Sharelle and Ashley talk about their time serving in the Army and their experiences as minority women in a man’s world while Aja tackles finding independence in real-estate and Michi op by I Am Athlete

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I AM Woman (S1E7)- Check On Your Friends: Check on your friends...the strong ones, the weak ones and the everyday ones. Michi, Aja and Ashley are joined by Kijafa Vick and Terricka Cromartie in this week’s episode of I Am Woman and the importance of being mindful to those close to us is at the core of the discussion. "You never know what someone else is experiencing or going through,'" says Michi, as the ladies reflect on hearing Megan Markle's story and how widespread mental health struggles are, no matter who it is. Everyone experiences it at some point in life but it's getting through it and keeping the ones close to you moving forward that's important. The conversation moves through the various emotions and situations as the ladies each share parts of their personal journeys of struggles they faced. Ashley talks about how it was difficult at first to read negative comments when she was doing television but the hardest part was the criticism from those closest to her. MIchi and Aja by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (Season 2) | NFL Championship Sunday - Special Edition: On this special edition of I Am Athlete, we head into Championship Sunday and reflect on recent events in our nation and around the NFL. Brandon, Fred and Channing are joined by Coach Hue Jackson and Ese Ighedosa to discuss the hopefulness represented in the messaging from the inauguration. Although it marks positive strides for our nation, disappointment looms that zero minority head coaches have been hired despite all the efforts for change. The conversation is full of raw emotions as the panel tries to put into words why the NFL can't seem to get it right, highlighting that both championship match ups feature teams led by highly touted coordinators, who are successful minority men. Tune in to listen to first hand knowledge about these times and inside perspective on the current state of the NFL and where it goes from here. I Am Athlete podcast is candid, unscripted weekly discussion between former NFL greats: B by I Am Athlete

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I AM ATHLETE (S2E21) | Road To The Super Bowl: A Year In Review: On Episode 21, It's the Super Bowl of the series for I Am Athlete, marking the end of season 2....but what's supposed to be the season 2 finale turns into a conversation on how to keep the series going and explore new topics. Picking up from last episode, Channing immediately starts talking about women's sports and says no matter how talented or respected female athletes are, they still won't get their fair share of stardom and money. Brandon and Chad disagree, saying now is the time (more than ever) to elevate women in sports. The animated conversation shifts to reflecting back on the past 20 episodes of the season and how far the show has come. Some of the more hilarious and memorable moments come to the forefront, including Fred earning the “Mr. 55-50” moniker, “Ocho over science” and Channing's “here kitty kitty” story, before Crowder kicks off a talk about what it means for the podcast to discuss money in the way t by I Am Athlete

44 min listen

I AM ATHLETE (S2E15) | What's It Like To Be The Spouse Of An Athlete?: On Episode 15, Brandon and Channing are in the hot seat when their wives stop by to give a different take than their husbands on previously discussed topics. Michi Marshall shares what it's like working with her husband and gifts the I Am Athlete crew with apparel from her new House of Athlete Clothing line while Aja gets the chance to speak on the role she plays as a mother, wife and entrepreneur. Chad says it's good to have open communication about past relationships and sometimes the truth hurts when you realize that your future spouse is probably with someone else right now. The guys go from talking soulmates to teammates as they discuss the state of the NBA and James Harden's future. They debate whether or not Harden will ever win a championship and Fred says how He has had all the tools before and just isn't the type to elevate his teammates while Channing flat out says Harden won't win no matter where he en by I Am Athlete

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Paper Route: Ep. 105 | Aaron Rodgers Speaks Out for The FIRST Time Since His Injury

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