Ep. 190 - Jed Collins - Cut 13 Times and Now 4th and Goal

Jed Collins is a former NFL fullback turned financial educator, entrepreneur, and speaker on resilience and peak performance. After playing in the NFL  he transitioned into wealth management and founded Rookie to Veteran, a platform dedicated to helping athletes and professionals build sustainable financial futures. Drawing from both elite sports and business, Jed brings a powerful perspective on discipline, adaptability, and mental toughness.

:35 From Undrafted to Pro Bowl: The Path No One Sees

1:11 Growing Up Where Football Is the Standard

3:45 The Moment Football Became More Than a Game

7:18 Getting Cut: The Reality of Chasing the NFL

11:02 Surviving 10 Rosters Without Losing Belief

15:36 The Mental Toughness of Constant Uncertainty

20:14 Why Talent Isn’t Enough at the Next Level

25:07 The Identity Shift After Football Ends

30:22 Financial Discipline Athletes Wish They Learned Earlier

36:40 Turning Pain Into Purpose After the Game : 4th & Goal

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