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Hosted by Drew Jay Davis, keynote speaker, certified coach, and former NFL player, Too Good To Be Drew explores the intersection of sport and life — where leadership, adversity, and performance collide. Through personal reflections and powerful insights, Drew unpacks lessons learned from the field and beyond, guiding listeners toward clarity, discipline, and growth. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or lifelong learner, this show will inspire you to show up with purpose and perform with consistency in every arena of life.Ask a question for the showNieces and nephews are encouraged to write in to receive a coaching response to their question, problem, pain point, or specific question they want answered (https://drewjaydavis.com/contact/).Subscribe/Follow Coach Drew
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Sometimes the most meaningful thing you can give someone isn't advice, money, or an opportunity. It's a conversation.On this Wednesday episode of Too Good to Be Drew, Uncle Drew reflects on a powerful conversation with a friend that sparked a simple but important reminder: At some point, you owe somebody a conversation.Whether it's holding someone accountable, offering tough love, recognizing their potential, or simply letting them know they're seen, our words can leave an impact that lasts a lifetime.The question isn't just who needs to hear from you. It's who have you been putting off having that conversation with?Don't underestimate what a few intentional words can do. Somebody might be waiting to hear exactly what you have to say.A Special Birthday Shoutout to Ed Jones II!Sending a big 40th birthday salute to my brother, mentor, and one of the driving forces behind Too Good to Be Drew, Edward Jones II! Ed has been instrumental in encouraging me to use my voice, stretch myself, and continue creating meaningful conversations.Show my guy some birthday love by supporting his work with Beyond the Field and grabbing a copy of his book, The Player Development Guide. It's a valuable resource for coaches, administrators, and anyone passionate about developing athletes beyond the game.Beyond the Field: https://www.btfprogram.comPurchase The Player Development Guide by Edward Jones II: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F9NPZZ4RLet's celebrate people while they're here and continue pouring into those around us!
What are you waiting for? The perfect moment? Someone's approval? A sign that you're ready?On this episode of Fast Friday, Uncle Drew challenges us to stop seeking permission from the outside world and start trusting the ideas, creativity, and potential already within us.From the importance of critical thinking in an AI-driven world to finding inspiration through books, movies, and everyday experiences, this episode reminds us that some of life's greatest rewards come from challenging ourselves, exercising our creativity, and building something we're proud of.Uncle Drew also shares his passion for storytelling, the value of embracing your unique experiences, and why starting before you feel ready might be exactly what you need. Whether you receive one like or a thousand, the real victory is having the courage to put your ideas into the world.Plus, a few book and movie recommendations, a reminder to exercise your right to vote, and a preview of next week's three-part series on mentorship!Your sign is here. Stop waiting for permission and start creating!Stay healthy, nieces and nephews!#TooGoodToBeDrew #FastFriday #UncleDrew #Creativity #PersonalGrowth #BetOnYourself
Being elite isn't about being the best in the world. It's about bringing your best to everything you do, even when nobody's watching.In this Fast Friday episode of Too Good to Be Drew, Uncle Drew breaks down what it truly means to operate at an elite level. From athletes performing under pressure to everyday professionals mastering their craft, greatness is built through preparation, consistency, attention to detail, and pride in the little things.Whether it's your career, relationships, parenting, or personal growth, the challenge is simple: What does being elite look like in your life, and are you willing to put in the work to get there?Being elite isn't something you turn on when the moment gets big. It's how you show up long before that moment arrives.
Good friendships don't maintain themselves. You have to keep showing up.Uncle Drew is back! On this Wednesday episode of Too Good to Be Drew, Drew catches up on the sports world, reflects on his early love for baseball, and shares a few lessons from a weekend in Tennessee with lifelong friends.From hockey in Nashville to returning to Neyland Stadium 16 years after playing there with the Oregon Ducks, the weekend was about much more than sports. Drew reflects on 25+ years of brotherhood, holding each other accountable, creating new memories, and the importance of investing and reinvesting in meaningful relationships.Sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is step away, reconnect with your people, and return with a full cup.
How great do you have to be for people to break down your legacy before the documentary even tells the full story?Drew sits down with Ed Jones II for a teaser conversation around ESPN’s six-part documentary series, SABAN, streaming exclusively on ESPN+ throughout October.The two get into Nick Saban’s impact on college football, from LSU and Alabama to recruiting, player development, his coaching tree, adaptability, and the way he evolved with the game instead of getting left behind.From Julio Jones and Mark Ingram to Kirby Smart, Lane Kiffin, and Steve Sarkisian, the conversation shows just how far Saban’s influence reaches beyond championships.This is just the start — a chance to get the people going, spark the conversation, and lay the foundation before Coach Drew and Ed circle back to the documentary at a later date.
Fast Friday is back — and sometimes the best way to move forward is to disappear for a little while.After stepping away, Drew returns with a reset and reflects on what a silent retreat in Big Bear taught him about presence, discipline, and the importance of pouring back into himself. He opens up about unplugging from the noise, sitting with his own thoughts, and creating enough space to come back clearer, more grounded, and more intentional.In this Fast Friday episode, Drew also shares a few early thoughts on the Nick Saban documentary and the value of standards, process, and mastering the small things before chasing the big result.
This one is for the men.Uncle Drew talks about the importance of real friendship, brotherhood, and creating traditions that keep good people connected as life gets busier. Strong friendships do not stay strong by accident. They take effort, consistency, and a willingness to keep showing up for each other.From longtime friends to mentors, Drew reflects on what it means to grow alongside people who have seen every version of you and still have your back.Today’s reminder: Invest and reinvest in your friendships. Create the ritual. Make the call. Check on your people. Don’t take great friendships for granted.
Uncle Drew is back after taking a much-needed week to unplug, reset, and recharge. This episode is about challenging yourself, finding small pockets of time to invest in yourself, staying curious, and understanding that rest and discipline can coexist.Drew also reflects on learning more about 9/11 and history, while closing with a reminder that the things people sometimes call “luck” are often built through years of discipline, sacrifice, preparation, and work.Today’s challenge: Stop waiting for the perfect time. Pick something that stretches you, start today, and ask yourself: When are you going to show up for you?
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Hosted by Drew Jay Davis, keynote speaker, certified coach, and former NFL player, Too Good To Be Drew explores the intersection of sport and life — where leadership, adversity, and performance collide. Through personal reflections and powerful insights, Drew unpacks lessons learned from the field and beyond, guiding listeners toward clarity, discipline, and growth. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or lifelong learner, this show will inspire you to show up with purpose and perform with consistency in every arena of life.Ask a question for the showNieces and nephews are encouraged to write in to receive a coaching response to their question, problem, pain point, or specific question they want answered (https://drewjaydavis.com/contact/).Subscribe/Follow Coach Drew
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