In 2008, Texas was a minute from beating Texas Tech in Lubbock. Colt McCoy (@ColtMcCoy) had just marched them 80 yards to go ahead, looked up at the clock, and then had the thought they might have scored too early... They had. Michael Crabtree caught the winner on the sideline a few feet from where Colt was standing. Five years later the Browns traded Colt to the 49ers. Jim Harbaugh met him at the facility and walked him down to the locker room. When Harbaugh turned the lights on, Crabtree was sitting right there. "Hey, you know, I think you might know this guy."

Chris Powers

@fortworthchris9 Dec 2025

Today, my good friend @ColtMcCoy joins me for a deep and personal discussion about his path from small-town Texas to 14 seasons in the NFL, the mentors and moments that shaped him, and the intentional process of stepping away from the game. We talk through his early years growing up on the sidelines, the day he went from being a complete unknown to over 100 Division 1 offers, and the mindset he built while earning the starting job and leading Texas to the National Championship. Colt reflects on the physical and emotional toll of the 2009 title-game injury, the realities of NFL life, and the teammates, coaches, and owners who influenced him most. He also opens up about the year-long discernment process that led him to retire, move his family to Fort Worth, and build a new career in real estate. We discuss: • Colt’s early upbringing around football and how it shaped his identity • Winning the starting job, leading Texas for four seasons, and the highs and lows along the way • The 2009 national championship injury and its lasting impact • Lessons from 14 years in the NFL, including leadership, longevity, and adapting his game • His decision to retire, prioritize family, and pursue a new path in Fort Worth real estate • The role of faith, patience, and discernment in navigating major life transitions 3:10 - The realities of working for ESPN and calling games 11:35 - Colt’s earliest memories of football 18:51 - The impact of Colt’s dad 23:05 - Earning a scholarship to The University of Texas 34:53 - Colt’s career at UT 47:51 - Colt’s greatest memory at UT 58:00 - The state of College football 59:00 - The Michael Crabtree story 1:04:47 - The toughest environments to play in 1:06:44 - Colt’s NFL career 1:09:17 - The biggest learning curve going from the NCAA to the NFL 1:17:54 - Who’s the best athlete you’ve ever seen? 1:19:23 - What Colt misses the most about being in the NFL 1:21:18 - Who’s the scariest player you’ve gone up against? 1:23:47 - What was the hardest hit you’ve ever taken? 1:26:31 - The decision to leave the NFL and life after football