On this episode of @champandthetramp, two-time Super Bowl champ Jonathan Casillas shares his journey from going undrafted to becoming a key player on multiple NFL teams. He opens up about what it takes to survive in the league, the mindset that kept him going, and lessons learned from leaders like Drew Brees. The guys dive into CTE, the price of greatness, and the differences between NFL and UFC careers. Casillas also talks about his Jersey roots, wild locker room moments, and the reality of getting traded mid-season. It’s raw, real, and full of hard-earned wisdom from a true pro.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 Disclaimer

00:00:13 MuscleMeds Sponsorship Shoutout

00:01:27 Welcoming Jonathan Casillas

00:02:11 NFL Journey: Going Undrafted to Super Bowl Champion

00:04:13 Motivation from Doubt and Early Career Grind

00:06:26 Earning Respect and Feeling Like a Vet

00:07:06 Making the Saints Roster and Facing the Grim Reaper

00:10:13 Becoming Invaluable Through Special Teams

00:13:09 Mentors: Drew Brees and Jonathan Vilma

00:15:17 The Importance of Being Coachable

00:16:51 The Odds of Making it in the NFL vs UFC

00:20:13 Aaron Hernandez Story and Personal Connection

00:22:13 Drew Brees' Leadership and Culture in New Orleans

00:24:03 Getting Traded Midseason to the Patriots

00:26:17 Trust, Family, and Agent Dynamics

00:27:47 Finding Football Through Family and Streetball Roots

00:30:54 CTE and Long-Term Health Concerns

00:33:00 Rule Changes, Fines, and Quarterback Protection

00:34:50 Eric LeGrand and Staying Positive Through Adversity

00:36:15 Signs of CTE in Fighters and Brain Health Strategies

00:38:03 Street Fights, Power Slap, and Avoiding Violence

00:39:14 Gun Violence in NJ and Changing Times

00:42:06 Growing Up Around Violence and Staying Clear

00:43:01 Halloween Story and Getting Shot At Over Pumpkins

00:44:29 How the Host Ended Up in Jersey

00:45:06 Physical Toll of Football and Sparring Stories

00:47:17 Training for Mental Health and Knowing Your Limits

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