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Built 4 MoreRece Davis: The Real Story Behind College GameDay’s Voice | Denny Thompson & Pastor Joby MartinRece Davis sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for one of the most personal and meaningful conversations of his career. The ESPN College GameDay host opens up about the family roots, character, and convictions that shaped him long before he ever stepped onto a broadcast set. He reflects on the early sacrifices, the unexpected doors that opened, and the steady foundation that kept him grounded as he grew into one of the most respected voices in sports.In this episode, Rece shares how his journey through ESPN has been more than...
2025-12-021h 29
Built 4 MoreBrad Nortman on NFL Journey, Getting Drafted & Fatherhood | Denny Thompson & Pastor Joby MartinJoin Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin as they sit down with Brad Nortman. Brad is a former Carolina Panthers punter, Wisconsin Badgers standout, ESPN Madison host, and devoted father.In this episode, Brad opens up about his journey from college football to the NFL, the moment he got drafted, and how his time in Carolina shaped him both on and off the field. He shares hilarious and powerful stories from his Wisconsin days, his transition into broadcasting, and the unexpected path that led him to ESPN Madison.Brad also walks through...
2025-11-251h 24
Built 4 MoreTyler Wells | How God Used Pain to Reshape My LifeBaltimore Orioles pitcher Tyler Wells sits down with Built 4 More to talk openly about loss, injury, identity, fatherhood, pressure, prayer, and the moment God completely redirected his life.In this conversation, Tyler shares the parts of his story most fans never hear, losing his mom at four years old, the defining game after his grandmother passed, the loneliness of the minor leagues, the anxiety of the big leagues, and the unexpected injury that God used to reshape his marriage, faith, and purpose.Tyler also breaks down the mindset behind...
2025-11-181h 25
Built 4 MoreVitor Belfort & Matt Corral | The Conversation That Changed EverythingWhen a UFC Hall of Famer and an NFL quarterback sit down to talk about faith, pain, and redemption, you get more than a sports interview. You get a rescue story. In this powerful Built 4 More episode, Matt Corral opens up about isolation, identity, and the moment everything shifted, when Vitor Belfort stepped in as a brother, mentor, and disciple and led him to Christ. What started as a 7 am workout turned into a walk with Jesus, accountability, and a new purpose.Vitor, one of the greatest MMA fighters...
2025-11-111h 26
Built 4 MoreThe Untold Story of Matt Corral - Mental Health, Faith, and RedemptionMatt Corral finally opens up about everything. The pressure, the pain, and the purpose behind his journey from five-star high school phenom to NFL quarterback to walking away from the New England Patriots with no plan and no peace. In this unfiltered interview, the former Ole Miss star and Carolina Panthers draft pick sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin to talk through the parts of his story he’s never told publicly: the headlines that followed him since high school, the injuries that derailed his draft stock, the media stories that twisted the truth, and the si...
2025-11-041h 10
Built 4 MoreHow God Used a Broken Neck to Redefine David Pollack’s PurposeDavid Pollack, Georgia Bulldog legend and former ESPN analyst, joins the Built 4 More Podcast for one of the most powerful conversations yet. In this episode, David opens up about the moments that shaped his faith, his family, and his purpose far beyond the football field.He shares the inside story of his career-defining play at Georgia, the injury that ended his NFL career, and the transformation that followed. David also reflects on how Coach Mark Richt helped lead him to Christ, what he learned when everything he built was stripped away, and how his wife’s brain ca...
2025-10-211h 23
Built 4 MoreTyler Shatley | The Truth About Life After FootballMost NFL careers last three years. Tyler Shatley made it eleven.Undrafted. Overlooked. Undeniably consistent.Tyler has been in the trenches of the NFL for more than a decade through regime changes, new quarterbacks, coaching overhauls, and a lifetime of hits that would’ve broken most men. But through it all, he’s stayed grounded in his purpose, his discipline, and his belief that how you live matters more than how you play.In this conversation, Denny Thompson and Joby Martin sit down with Tyler...
2025-10-141h 26
Built 4 MoreStand Firm & Act Like Men - Joby Martin & Denny ThompsonMasculinity isn’t toxic. It’s just been twisted. In this episode, Pastor Joby and Denny sit down to talk about what it actually means to be a man and why Joby’s new book Stand Firm and Act Like Men: Becoming the Man You Were Created to Be Instead of Who the World Says You Are is a much needed message in a culture that’s confused about manhood.They talk about the real things: why so many men feel lost, how culture has diluted strength, and what the Bible actually says about being a...
2025-10-071h 37
Built 4 MoreChad Muma | The Side Of The NFL You Don’t SeeWhat really happens when an NFL player gets cut, claimed, and has to move cities in 24 hours? Former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Chad Muma sits down with Denny Thompson and Joby Martin to share the inside story of his sudden move to the Indianapolis Colts, the emotions of getting released, and the lessons learned on and off the field.Chad opens up about the moment he was told to “bring in your iPad,” the whirlwind of leaving Jacksonville overnight, and the challenge of starting fresh in a new city. He talks about the support of his...
2025-09-301h 05
Built 4 MoreKyle Thompson | Building Strong Men in a Weak WorldKyle Thompson is the founder of Undaunted Life, a movement built to equip men to push back darkness by forging spiritual, mental, and physical resilience. What started in a closet studio has become one of the boldest platforms speaking into faith, masculinity, and culture today.In this episode, Kyle shares his story, from training in jiu-jitsu and navigating career changes to launching a brand built on biblical values and stepping fully into his calling. He talks about the early days of Undaunted Life, why men in the Church are...
2025-09-231h 07
Built 4 MoreMaurice Williams | From Playing in the NFL to Shaping Young MenMaurice Williams knows what it means to lead on and off the field. From playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars to becoming their team chaplain, and now serving as the head coach at Providence High School, Maurice’s story is marked by more than football, it’s marked by faithfulness.In this episode, he shares what it was like to play in Jacksonville, how he was called into ministry while still in the league, and why he believes coaching is one of the most powerful platforms for the Gospel. Whether it’s inside an NFL locker...
2025-09-161h 11
Built 4 MoreHow To Find Joy When Life Hits - Joby Martin & Denny ThompsonWhen life hits hard, through injuries, setbacks, guilt, or pressure, how do you hold onto joy that doesn’t shake? In this episode of Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson break down the difference between happiness and lasting joy, and how it’s possible to walk through trials with peace, purpose, and resilience.They unpack what true discipleship looks like in everyday life, how generosity brings freedom, and why the people you surround yourself with can either drain you or help carry you. Through lessons from...
2025-09-091h 06
Built 4 MoreMike Dragich | The Blue Collar Brawler, Marine Veteran & Rescued by ChristYou’ve seen him go viral tackling massive gators in the streets of Florida, but there’s a whole lot more to Mike Dragich than the alligator wrangler title.In this episode, Mike shares his story, how he went from serving as a Marine and fighting in MMA cages to becoming Florida’s most recognized alligator trapper. But beneath the viral clips and adrenaline is a man who’s been through so much more. After being shot and nearly losing his life, everything changed. He experienced a miraculous healing, surrendered his life to Jesus, and foun...
2025-09-021h 20
Built 4 MoreColt McCoy | Texas Legend, NFL Veteran & Trusting God in Every SeasonColt McCoy’s story is one of talent, toughness, and total surrender. From a small town in West Texas to becoming one of the most decorated quarterbacks in University of Texas history, Colt’s football legacy speaks for itself. But this episode is about more than stats and stadiums, it’s about the faith that shaped him, the family he chose to prioritize, and the quiet strength it takes to walk away from the game you love.After 14 years in the NFL, Colt shares the story behind his retirement, the injury that led him there...
2025-08-261h 12
Built 4 MoreLuke Parker | Baseball, The Bachelorette, CrossFit & a Life Built on FaithLuke Parker’s journey has been anything but ordinary. From college baseball to national attention on The Bachelorette, he went from chasing a dream to being thrown into the spotlight, and the fire that came with it. Criticized, misunderstood, and labeled, Luke could’ve let the world define him. Instead, he let it refine him.In this episode, Luke opens up about the pressure of fame, the weight of public backlash, and the faith that carried him through it all. He shares what it was like to walk through that season with conviction, how God...
2025-08-191h 22
Built 4 MoreDave Campo | 40 Years of Coaching, Leadership & Lessons from the NFLDave Campo’s coaching career has spanned over four decades, from high school sidelines to college stadiums to the heart of the NFL. Best known for his time with the Dallas Cowboys during one of the most iconic eras in football, Campo served as both defensive coordinator and head coach, helping lead teams to Super Bowl victories and through seasons of tough transition.But what defines Coach Campo isn’t just the wins, it’s the wisdom that’s come from a lifetime in the game. In this episode, he reflects on the relationships from the...
2025-08-121h 23
Built 4 MoreLogan Cooke | Gratitude, Fatherhood & Life Beyond Being a NFL PunterLogan Cooke’s story is rooted in small town Mississippi, growing up hunting, crafting turkey calls in college, and dreaming of Saturdays in the SEC. That dream became a reality when he landed at Mississippi State, but it didn’t stop there. Now, as the longtime punter for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Logan has proven time and time again that he’s their guy.In this episode, Logan sits down to share his full journey, from not knowing what the next step would be to NFL moments that still feel surreal. He talks about the lesson...
2025-08-051h 22
Built 4 MoreSpencer Danielson | Building Men, Not Just Players at Boise StateSpencer Danielson’s journey to head coach of Boise State wasn’t handed to him, it was built through faith, grit, and a calling bigger than football. After joining the program as a graduate assistant, he worked his way up through the ranks with relentless energy, humility, and a deep conviction to lead the right way. Now as the head coach, he’s not just focused on wins, he’s focused on building men, shaping culture, and keeping Christ at the center of it all.In this episode, Coach Danielson shares what it means to bring...
2025-07-291h 19
Built 4 MoreMike Brown | Outworked Everyone to the NFLMike Brown was never the most recruited, never the most talked about, but he was always the one who outworked everyone in the room. From Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Miami of Ohio, to earning his spot in the NFL as an undrafted free agent, Mike’s story is built on grit, discipline, and a deeper purpose.He shares what it was like being a defensive back in a linebacker’s body, constantly having to prove he belonged. He opens up about the pressure to be perfect, the mindset it takes to keep pushing when thin...
2025-07-221h 09
Built 4 MoreIke Boettger | Perseverance, Position Changes & InjuriesIke Boettger’s football story is anything but ordinary. Born and raised in Iowa, he started his football career as a quarterback before eventually transforming into an NFL offensive lineman, a rare switch that speaks to his grit and adaptability. But his path wasn’t easy. From going undrafted to fighting through major injuries and roster changes, Ike has had every reason to quit, but never did.In this conversation, Ike opens up about the physical and mental toll of the league, how he stays locked in when everything around him changes, and what keeps him grounded off...
2025-07-151h 06
Built 4 MoreDR Meadows | The Unexpected Road to the Savannah BananasDR Meadows had just finished his final baseball game, hang up the cleats, and no idea what would come next. Two weeks later, he got the call that would change his life. That call came from the Savannah Bananas.Now known as “center fielder who backflips”, DR is a fan favorite with one of the most viral teams in baseball. In this episode, he shares his full story, growing up in small town Georgia, navigating the ups and downs of baseball, and what it felt like to go from almost walking away from...
2025-07-081h 05
Built 4 MoreCarter Bradley | Letting Go and Letting GodCarter Bradley joins Built 4 More to talk about the quiet grind, the unseen moments, and what it really means to trust God with the unknown. A coach’s kid who was never coached by his dad, Carter carved his own path, through Toledo, South Alabama, and now onto the Las Vegas Raiders.After going undrafted, Carter signed with the Raiders, started on the practice squad, and eventually earned his spot on the active roster. Now, as he prepares for what the next NFL season may hold, he opens up about the process, what it’s teaching him abou...
2025-07-011h 16
Built 4 MoreWe’re All a Work in Progress - Joby Martin & Denny ThompsonIn Episode 14 of Built 4 More, Pastor Joby Martin and Denny Thompson sit down for a real, honest conversation about life, faith, and calling. No guests this time, just two guys reflecting on what they’ve learned through past episodes, the questions that have stuck with them, and how they’re walking through real-life challenges today.They unpack the pressures of leading well, staying rooted in identity, navigating marriage, raising a family, and trusting God in the process. This episode is about showing up, even when it’s hard. About leading with integrity. About being built 4 more.If you’re a man of...
2025-06-241h 23
Built 4 MoreNathan Peterman | From NFL Struggles to Spiritual StrengthIn this powerful episode of Built 4 More, NFL quarterback Nate Peterman joins Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for an honest conversation about faith, adversity, and what it truly means to lead with integrity, on and off the field.Nathan shares the highs and lows of his journey, from growing up a preacher’s kid to starting in the SEC, transferring to Pitt, and eventually making it to the NFL. He reflects on some of the most difficult moments of his career, including a painful NFL debut and the mental toll that followed. Through it all, he remained anchored in...
2025-06-171h 11
Built 4 MoreWebb Simpson | What Matters More Than WinningWebb Simpson has seen it all, major wins, career pressure, losses & stress, but what grounds him isn’t golf. Webb gets real about what it looks like to live a life built on faith, not fame. "I can’t imagine doing this without knowing I’m loved by Jesus."He opens up about parenting, the shifting landscape of professional golf, and how the hardest moments often bring the deepest growth. Whether you've found your faith early or you’re still figuring it out, Webb’s story will hit home.
2025-06-101h 11
Built 4 MoreJustin James | Long Drive World Champion on Pressure, Purpose & IdentityJustin James won the World Long Drive Championship with a 435-yard shot and thought everything would change. But when the phone didn’t ring and the spotlight faded, he was left asking: Is this really it?In this episode of the Built 4 More Podcast, Justin opens up about chasing titles, carrying pressure, and learning that identity isn’t found in winning.This isn’t just a story about golf. It’s about what happens when you stop chasing approval and start living like everything has already been taken care of.
2025-06-031h 11
Built 4 MorePatric Young | Florida, Faith, and Finding Purpose When Life Changes OvernightPatric Young had the kind of career most athletes dream of, Florida Gator standout, pro ball, a future in the game.Then everything changed.In this episode, Patric sits down with us to talk about growing up in basketball, what Florida meant to him, and how a single moment forced him to see life through a completely different lens.He opens up about identity, surrender, and how faith has carried him through the hardest season of his life.And through it all...
2025-05-201h 30
Built 4 MoreJosh Wells | Surrender, Setbacks & a 10-Year NFL JourneyThis episode isn’t about stats or highlight reels. It’s about what happens when your dream costs you more than you expected. When the pressure to perform replaces your identity. In this episode of the Built 4 More Podcast, Super Bowl champion and 10-year NFL veteran Josh Wells joins Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin for a powerful conversation about faith, identity, and resilience.Josh shares what it was like going undrafted, fighting year after year to stay in the league, and the moment he gave his life to Chri...
2025-05-131h 10
Built 4 MoreJeff Kopp | From the NFL to the Front LinesJeff Kopp thought he had it all mapped out. Play in the NFL, retire, and move on. But God had a different plan.Jeff sits down with Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin to walk through his story: from linebacker in the NFL to leading a prison ministry, becoming a pastor, and now serving as a detective in the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office gang unit.He opens up about getting cut from the league, wrestling with identity, and learning how to trust God’s direction even when the next step...
2025-05-061h 17
Built 4 MoreCarson Beck | Georgia, Recovery, & Miami FootballCarson Beck opens up for the first time since his season-ending injury and transferring from Georgia to Miami.The former Georgia quarterback reflects on his time leading one of college football’s most dominant programs. He talks about the challenges of stepping into a high-pressure role, what it was like navigating the highs and lows of the season, and how his injury forced him to reset both physically and mentally.Now at Miami, Carson shares his mindset heading into this next chapter, the lessons he’s taking with him, and...
2025-04-221h 06
Built 4 MoreAustin Reed | Pressure, Purpose & His Journey to the NFLWe’re sitting down with Chicago Bears quarterback Austin Reed to talk about what it’s really like coming from the underdog position filled with setbacks, pressure, and trusting God even when the path doesn’t make sense.Austin opens up about being overlooked early in his career, fighting for a shot at college football, and stepping into the unknown on draft day. He shares the emotions, doubts, and mental battles that come with chasing something bigger than yourself and how faith and family have been the foundation through it all.T...
2025-04-141h 11
Built 4 MorePayton Thorne | Pressure, Faith, & the NFL Draft JourneyFrom Michigan State to Auburn, Payton Thorne’s journey has been anything but easy. He’s led two major programs, faced the highs and lows of big-time college football, and now he’s stepping into a whole new challenge, the NFL Draft process.In this episode of Built 4 More, Payton opens up about how the rise of NIL has changed college football, what it’s like handling the pressure of big expectations, and how faith and family have kept him grounded through it all.He also shares how playing multiple...
2025-04-081h 18
Built 4 MoreAnthony Richardson | Faith, Adversity & Staying TrueFrom Gainesville to the NFL, Anthony Richardson’s journey has been defined by resilience, faith, and an unwavering commitment to being the best version of himself. After leading the Florida Gators and being selected 4th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, he stepped into the league with immense expectations. But his story goes beyond football.In this episode, Anthony shares what it takes to overcome adversity, handle outside pressure, stay authentic, and lead with faith. He opens up about the challenges of stepping into a NFL quarterback role, the lessons he’s learned through injuries and...
2025-04-011h 05
Built 4 MoreBrock Purdy | Faith, Football & Trusting the ProcessBrock Purdy’s story isn’t just about football - it’s about faith, patience, and wisdom beyond his years. Brock was overlooked in his college recruitment, drafted last in 2022 as "Mr. Irrelevant," and he was never expected to lead an NFL team. But when his moment came he stepped in with confidence, composure, and unwavering faith, proving that leadership isn’t about status—it’s about who you are when the pressure is on.Now, after leading the San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl, Brock continues to inspire both on and off the field. In this conversation, Denny Thomps...
2025-03-251h 15
Built 4 MoreKirk Herbstreit | Lessons from College GameDayOn this episode of Built 4 More, we’re joined by one of the most respected voices in football—Kirk Herbstreit. As the longtime analyst for ESPN’s College GameDay, a former Ohio State quarterback, and a fixture in the world of college football, Kirk has spent decades breaking down the game at the highest level. But beyond football, he’s also a husband, father, and man of faith, leading with purpose on and off the field.In this conversation, Denny Thompson and Pastor Joby Martin go beyond the game to talk with Kirk about faith, f...
2025-03-101h 03
Built 4 MoreGetting Started - Denny Thompson & Joby MartinWhere Faith, Sports, Leadership & Life CollideWelcome to Built 4 More—the podcast that goes beyond the highlights and headlines to explore what it truly takes to lead, succeed, and grow. Hosted by Denny Thompson, one of the nation’s top quarterback trainers, and Pastor Joby Martin, founder of The Church of Eleven22, this show brings together faith, sports, leadership, and life in powerful conversations that inspire and challenge listeners to step into their purpose.Featuring elite athletes, top coaches, business leaders, and game-changers, Built 4 More dives deep into faith, resi...
2025-02-191h 15