03 - Chasing the Dream - Ryan Jensen: NFL Pro Bowler + Super Bowl Champion

Prep For Impact

Aug 30 2023 • 1 hr 6 mins

Ryan Jensen is a Center for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a Super Bowl Champion, and an NFL Pro Bowler, but its never been handed to him on a platter - his life is punctuated by fighting his way back up after getting knocked down!

Ryan talks us through his life growing up and chasing the NFL dream, coming from a small school with big heart and work ethic.  You'll be inspired as you hear him talk about overcoming obstacles, but you'll also enjoy listening to his view of triumph - namely the boat parade through Tampa after winning the Super Bowl.  Also, what's it like when Tom Brady calls you to tell you he's coming to your team and you're going to be the one snapping him the ball?!

Note - Shortly before this episode's release, Ryan suffered another severe injury... Not only are our prayers with him, we're confident that he'll get back up off the mat and succeed once again, just like he's done his whole life - whether in the NFL or in his next career.  Listen to the episode, and you'll believe in him as much as we do!

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Show Notes & Acknowledgements

Prep for Impact is your front-row seat to inspiring journeys of resilience and transformation. Guided by former Special Forces soldier Matt Parrish and backed by the Green Beret Foundation, the podcast transcends military borders, bringing together eminent figures from the worlds of sports, business, and beyond. Dive into Prep for Impact - your compass through life's challenges.

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Special thanks to Brad Thomas and the kickass veteran band Silence & Light for granting us rights to use their killer music in our intro!  You can find the song “You” on their debut album, Volume One, and you can check out their new album, Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda, at https://www.silenceandlightmusic.com

Host note - I’m a nobody blessed to chat with incredible somebodies about their experiences and perspectives on each episode of Prep For Impact. The opinions expressed on the show are mine and those of the guests alone -not the official position of GBF, our employers, the DOD, or anyone else. It is my firm belief that the true best way to “Prep For Impact” is to live a life under the Lordship of God the Father, saved by grace through Jesus His Son, and led along His path for your life by the Holy Spirit. John 3:16 - my DMs are always open if you’d like to learn more. Thanks for the support and Dios le bendiga todos.