Helmets Off

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Growing up in Florida, it was always FSU for Tarvarus McFadden. The highly touted high school star reflects on the lessons he learned at Florida State University, playing alongside great players, and finally finding his calling in the CFL.The two-time Grey Cup champion joins Helmets Off to talk about perseverance, his football journey, and his superstitious side. We also find out what “Chasing Rabbits” means.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!David Ungerer III joins Sean Bowen and DaVaris Daniels on Helmets Off to talk about the journey that is pro football, being a namesake and betting on yourself. Born in Pullman, Washington, Ungerer attended Pullman High School before playing college football at the University of Idaho. With Canadian roots through his mother’s family in Ontario, his football journey eventually brought him north to the CFL, where he was selected 11th overall by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 2019 CFL Draft. Ungerer III reflects on his CFL career, the decision to bet on himself and join Toronto, and what it meant to finally win his first Grey Cup with the Argonauts in 2024. He also looks back on the celebration that followed alongside teammate and now Helmets Off with Sean Bowen & DaVaris Daniels.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Shawn Lemon joins Sean Bowen and DaVaris Daniels on Helmets Off to talk about a CFL journey that has taken him across the league, playing for every current CFL team except one. Lemon reflects on how the CFL has helped him grow both as a player and a person, why he believes the league is in a great place, and what continues to fuel him after more than a decade in professional football. He also talks about his time at Akron, why he has no plans of slowing down, and what keeps him motivated to continue playing. Plus, Lemon gets into his love for basketball and LeBron James, and finally addresses the important question: why did DaVaris unfollow him? 👀

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Growing up in Louisiana, Toronto Argonauts wide receiver Damonte Coxie always dreamed of playing professional football. After starring at the University of Memphis, Coxie faced uncertainty about what would come next before ultimately making his way to Canada and joining the Argos in 2022.Now a two time Grey Cup Champion, Coxie sits down on Helmets Off to talk about his football journey, the life lessons he’s learned along the way and adjusting to life in Canada. He also shares his love of what he calls “cooking,” breaks down the art of the perfect touchdown celebration and even freestyles a brand new intro for the show.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!In the mid 90’s D-Max would join the Argos led by Doug Flutie, and shares some amazing & funny stories on those legendary teams. We also find out that coach Maxi has known co-host DD since he was a little kid having played with DaVaris’ dad back in the day