S6 Ep5: Super Bowl Champion TJ Ward on NFL Mindset, Retirement, Fatherhood & Being Built Different
Wed Feb 04 2026
In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, host NeAndre Broussard sits down with Super Bowl champion and former NFL star TJ Ward for a powerful conversation about confidence, leadership, life after football, and the realities players face behind the scenes.TJ reflects on his first NFL game, adjusting to the speed of the league, and the mental toughness required to survive at the highest level. He walks through what it felt like watching confetti fall after winning the Super Bowl, celebrating with family, and carrying the responsibility of being part of one of the most dominant defenses in league history.In this episode, they discuss:• The quote that shaped his work ethic • Entering the NFL and making an impact immediately • Playing with confidence at the highest level • What Super Bowl night really feels like • Life inside locker rooms and elite defenses • The emotional toll of losing seasons • Retirement and the identity shift athletes face • Fatherhood and raising the next generation • Building community with former teammates • Transitioning into sports media and podcasting • His “Dear Black Man” message to viewersThis episode is a must-watch for athletes, parents, and anyone navigating big life transitions while staying disciplined, grounded, and purpose-driven.👍🏾 Like, ✍🏾 comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more conversations from Black Menswear highlighting Black excellence, leadership, and resilience.Stay connected with TJ Ward: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bossward43Stay connected with Black Menswear: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackmenswearX / Twitter: https://x.com/blackmenswearFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackMenswearWebsite: https://blackmenswear.com#TJWard #BlackMenswear #SuperBowlChampion #NFLPodcast #FootballLife #RetirementAfterSports #Fatherhood #BuiltDifferent #AthleteMindset #BlackMen
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In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, host NeAndre Broussard sits down with Super Bowl champion and former NFL star TJ Ward for a powerful conversation about confidence, leadership, life after football, and the realities players face behind the scenes.TJ reflects on his first NFL game, adjusting to the speed of the league, and the mental toughness required to survive at the highest level. He walks through what it felt like watching confetti fall after winning the Super Bowl, celebrating with family, and carrying the responsibility of being part of one of the most dominant defenses in league history.In this episode, they discuss:• The quote that shaped his work ethic • Entering the NFL and making an impact immediately • Playing with confidence at the highest level • What Super Bowl night really feels like • Life inside locker rooms and elite defenses • The emotional toll of losing seasons • Retirement and the identity shift athletes face • Fatherhood and raising the next generation • Building community with former teammates • Transitioning into sports media and podcasting • His “Dear Black Man” message to viewersThis episode is a must-watch for athletes, parents, and anyone navigating big life transitions while staying disciplined, grounded, and purpose-driven.👍🏾 Like, ✍🏾 comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more conversations from Black Menswear highlighting Black excellence, leadership, and resilience.Stay connected with TJ Ward: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bossward43Stay connected with Black Menswear: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackmenswearX / Twitter: https://x.com/blackmenswearFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackMenswearWebsite: https://blackmenswear.com#TJWard #BlackMenswear #SuperBowlChampion #NFLPodcast #FootballLife #RetirementAfterSports #Fatherhood #BuiltDifferent #AthleteMindset #BlackMen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices