<p>1991 Heisman Trophy winner and Super Bowl XXXI MVP Desmond Howard joins me for an in-depth conversation that goes far beyond highlight reels and headlines. From his early days as a multi-sport athlete in Cleveland to becoming a Michigan legend, an NFL star, and a 20-year mainstay on ESPN’s College GameDay, Desmond shares the lessons, mentors, and mindset that shaped his career and his life.<br>This episode dives into discipline, sacrifice, perspective, and fatherhood along with Desmond’s reflections on football today, his future goals, and why kindness remains his ultimate game plan.<br>In this episode:&nbsp;<br>Early Sports Journey: Baseball, basketball, track, and football beginnings<br>Recruitment &amp; Michigan Decision: Why he chose Ann Arbor - and stayed.<br>Legendary Mentors: Bo Schembechler, Bill Gutbrod, and the impact of Greg Harden<br>Position Switches: From running back to wide receiver and the discipline it required<br>The Heisman Trophy: Winning as a Michigan receiver in a run-heavy era<br>NFL Career: 11 seasons, favorite moments, and Super Bowl XXXI MVP&nbsp;<br>Sacrifice &amp; Mindset: Skipping prom for a track meet, preparation, and discipline<br>College GameDay: Behind-the-scenes of his 20-year career with ESPN<br>Fatherhood: Lessons learned and advice for dads<br>Bowl Season &amp; Boca Raton Bowl Memories<br>Life Perspective: Complain less, work hard and the power of kindness<br>@desmondhoward<br>www.DesmondHoward.com<br><br>@PaigeKornblueMedia<br>www.PaigeKornblue.com<br><br></p>