NFL Players' Podcast

In this episode, Riccardo Stewart, along with NFL alumni Jeff Locke, Sam Acho, and Zach Miller, dives deep into the significance of week three in the NFL season. The hosts discuss how this pivotal time unlocks substantial financial benefits for players and why understanding these perks is vital for securing long-term financial health. Whether you’re an active player, a retired athlete, or a family member, this episode offers indispensable insights into NFL benefits and financial planning.

Show Notes

Key Highlights:

The critical importance of week three for NFL players earning a credited season.

Explanation of how becoming a vested veteran significantly enhances player benefits.

The breakdown of key benefits: pension, 401(k), cap plan, and health insurance.

Personal anecdotes from the hosts about how these benefits have impacted their financial outlook.

The concept of "mailbox money" as it applies to NFL player benefits.

Quotes:

"A lot of NFL players just made a lot of money. They just don't know it." – Zach Miller

"This is the equivalent of getting a $500,000 bonus right now." – Jeff Locke

"Mailbox money...You don't have to do anything outside of make year three, game three to earn all these benefits." – Sam Acho

References:

NFL Players Association - https://www.nflpa.com

AWM Capital Financial Planning Services - https://awmcap.com

Contact AWM Capital - 602-989-5022

Creators and Guests

Host
Jeff Locke
Wealth Strategist and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) at AWM Capital
Host
Riccardo Stewart
Former college character coach and Director of Human Capital & Family Leadership
Host
Sam Acho
Director of Human Capital and Impact and an in-studio and game analyst for ESPN.
Host
Zach Miller
Former NFL player and current CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®)

What is NFL Players' Podcast?

The podcast by NFL players for NFL players. Each week, we break down the biggest events in football and how they directly impact a player's career and money.

Join Former NFL Veterans Sam Acho (Bills, Bucs, Bears & Cardinals), Zach Miller (Seahawks & Raiders), Jeff Locke (Vikings, Colts, Lions, 49ers), and college coach, Riccardo Stewart, for a raw and unfiltered conversation about the game, the business, and how players can achieve generational wealth.