Bucs Leonard Fournette on Beating Odds & Tom Brady's Life Changing Call to Him | The Pivot Podcast
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As the NFL Season is set to kick off this week, we are wrapping up our training camp tour and had the opportunity to sit down with dynamic running back and recent Super Bowl Champion, Leonard Fournette.
Lenny, a man of many nicknames and native of Louisiana, joins The Pivot for an in-depth conversation about football and family. With the guys always on Channing about his footwear, Leonard starts the show by gifting him a new pair of Dunks to upgrade his shoe game.
Sharing the LSU connection and New Orleans roots, Ryan goes back to Leonard's early football days from watching him in high school to college to him becoming a 4th overall pick in the draft and recognizing that he's always faced turmoil and backlash throughout his career but has always been a dominant player.
Known for his unique ability to pick up blitzes and run the ball, Leonard discusses the trials and tribulations he’s faced throughout life and his determination to persevere beating all odds from his time in little league through high school and college to getting drafted by Jacksonville in 2017, learning an important lesson along the way: to whom much is given, much will be required.
Fred, understanding the Jacksonville organization, asks Leonard what really happened with the Jags and the final straw for him to leave there when he was vested as the future of the team. Being released 2 weeks before the 2020 season was one of the most shocking NFL moves as well as a shot to Leonard and the relationship he felt he had with the coaching staff, especially Doug Marone.
However this move, considered a blessing and a curse, as Leonard answered the call from across the state and ended up signing with Tampa Bay to play with Tom Brady. Fast forward to winning a Super Bowl that season but more importantly, evolving as a man, a leader and developing a more mature outlook on football and business. Under the leadership of #12, Leonard has tried to pass down his experiences to the younger players as Brady did for him and reunited for one more season, the Bucs are in position and ready to make another run this year at winning the Lombardi trophy.
A family first mentality and tight knit group, Leonard shares the hard times growing up, tough love from his father making him who he is today and the hardships they faced after hurricane Katrina and how it made them stronger as a unit and reminded them they can get through anything as long as they are together.
Tap in every Tuesday at Noon Eastern for the premiere of our weekly featured episode with special episode drops on Fridays at 6p eastern throughout our training camp tour. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to our channel and check out www.thepivotpodcast.com.
I can't even lie, I need y'all to talk to OBJ. His story would be great on here. You all did J Russell a tremendous favor ! It's much clearer what it really was. I also believe Mike Vick needs to get a chance on here as well.
Agreed! Two of my favorite players to ever touch the field. I would love to hear their perspective on their downfall.
Two good choices!
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Agreed right there
Honestly that j Russell interview just showed how stubborn and immature he is lol
What Fournette said at the open was spot on. The Beasley podcast was the epitome of what this show is about. He was afraid at first, but the guys got him to open up probably more than he has in a long time!
Letttttssss goooooo freddy t stay low respect 100
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Hopefully they still try keep in touch with Beasley
@@brandonwakeham6497 they still are and Beasley in the Big 3 league at the moment
Accept, Adjust and Move Forward = PIVOT. Something to live by.
I want to see a PODCAST on our brother Ray Rice and just how deep that story is, who is there for him now and how did he and his wife overcome one of the biggest Obstacles in life... I feel there is so much for viewers to learn from and also explore when us has black men and human beings need to seek for help when we don't realize it.
Great suggesting
It would be so dope if y’all had Mike Evans on the show. He has to be the most underrated wide receiver in NFL history.
That’s enough Bucs ppl for this year lol
Unreal amount of underrated
Lattimore’s son huh?
@@jonathanwoods3968 crazy how he scored on him in the playoff game and the game last year lmao but sure his son, Mike beat him in the most important game the 2020 divisional round drop nuts on his head in the endzone 🤣🤣
Facts
I’m old skool 9th Ward NOLA and I remember Leonard’s dad back in the day! He should have been an athlete and was no joke! But I love what Leonard has become! Wish he was with my Saints, but I’m a fan! Great interview and another great show!!! The best TH-cam Channel ouchea, ya heard!!! And Yo to my Nupe Ryan!!! 👌🏾♦️♦️♦️
Yep lol Big Dukie 🤣 7th ward hard head in the building
My Dad's from The Ninth Ward, Debrone "Rock" Thompson, he was Killed in '92
I know for a fact that this podcast has helped me grow in just a blink of an eye. As a former athlete I was not blessed with the size to go to the next level but what I do know is I was still blessed and given a gift. I have to use that gift and these amazing athletes have taught me just that. I’m doing a disservice to God and the people who can be blessed and benefit from what I have to offer. Use your gift and watch how God will bless you to service others. Don’t be to hard on yourself but take a chance on what is available to you and improve as you go. Do not wait for the right moment because that moment does not exist. I love this podcast and can’t wait to see more.
Thank you from a former athlete...
Thoughtful words…I felt that.
This dude was amazing at LSU. I found myself holding my breath everytime he touched the ball. If the Heisman wasn't so plotitical he would have won one for sure.
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I agree 💯 he was 1# rb recruit in high school
Yes he was a beast until he came up against Bama! Yes if he would have did good against Bama he would have probably won the Heisman. I like Leonard he is a good football player.
That damn Channing the truth I love his energy and freedom of not giving a damn what people say he going to say what it is
Pivot the Podcast Champs 🏆🏆🏆
It's not a podcast it's a t.v show
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And Ryan Clark asks the most poignant questions of athletes. He really has a gift, an insight. Whatever it is. I hate that he's a damn Steeler, but, Dude is freaking awesome.
Cause he was an athlete that played at a high level.
@@R2sojr09 every athlete that competes at a high level doesn't have the intellect or ability to articulate deep and thought provoking questions. It's a gift and RC has it in spades
Literally same
He did play for another team though but I get it we know him as a steelers at the height of his ca
This is for you RC. My son is a die hard LSU fan. Never went, never lived in LA, but you can not tell him that LSU is not his school. Love you guys watch every Tuesday and Friday. Congratulations 👏🎉
Flowers to all the boys! I know RC got to have something cooking but OBJ would be a star on the show to hear the real scoop about his journey from the boot, the big apple, the land, then LA we'd love to hear HIS side of the story!
Man! I know that’s the truth! Need OBJ! I want to see Josh Gordon too!
We need both of them for sure
Obj not going to give you the real it’s going to be water down he still playing rn he’s not going to burn no bridges
Facts we need dat!!
Facts!
The Pivot is hands down the best show on TH-cam! Ya’ll be killin it and love the content, keep rollin 💯💯💯 much love!
One of the best podcasts** not the best show
One thing I hear from everyone that speaks about Tom Brady is he’s real he treats everyone the same he’s a true friend etc… loyal people have to learn the hard way. What’s important to you is not important to the next person. You’re 🏈special you’re different you were born with it brother it’s in your DNA 🧬 continue being you. A friend of mine son plays for Philly & he told me he saw it in his son when he was a little boy. No one can take that away from you continue being great. When you come from a great Foundation concerning family & how you were raised. You will never part from it! 🏈🏈🏈
Thank you guys for creating a safe space. Kudos to Calias Campbell for giving you the money talk.
just imagine if the pivot ( and I AM An Athlete) was around 10 years ago, these platforms help so many people, this is therapy for people that have social currency and finances on their resume, you guys open the mind of people about sports entertainment thank you
Let’s get it . Lowkey ima need that Odell interview next, unless he not ready to open up .
Oh man I’ve been waiting for this. Leonard Fournette has one of the best personalities… I am so glad he finally got to go to a place where they value him. He has not been putting up the numbers because they’ve been using him in different ways but if you give him the ball he is as good as any running back in the entire league
No he’s not stop it lol
@@jarmainehughes4168 🤣🤣🤣
@@qualenholloway6849 people like him kill me he’s not close to top 5 at all like stop it bro 😂😂😂🤦🏽♂️
He didn’t say his production puts him top 5. He basically said if he got the same opportunities he could perform as well as any other.
Derrick Henry before he got hurt:
219 Att in 8 games for 937 yds, 4.3 ypc, and 10 Tds
Nick Chubb:
228 att in 14 games 1,259 yds, 5.5 ypc, and 8 Tds
Jonathan Taylor:
332 att in 17 games 1,811 yds, 5.5 ypc, and 18 tds
Fournette:
180 att in 14 games 812 yds, 4.5 ypc, and 8 tds
Now since y’all are slow I’ll help you understand what he’s saying. Look at who is the focal point on each of these players offenses then look at the weapons surrounding these offenses. Henry got more attempts in 8 games than fournette did in 14. These other players offense runs through them because Tom Brady isn’t on their team. Fournette has 29 more receptions than the next closest out of these 4 backs and the most receiving yards. So he meant if Fournette was the focal point of his offense as well and got the same number of attempts he’d be up there with the best numbers wise. Idk where you got he is a top 5 running back right now from when common sense and looking at the stats shows he doesn’t have the same production but when you dive deeper you see he can be up there.
I slowed it down for you or I guess y’all so I hope it clicked this time👍👍
@@ljy32swag thanks for the breakdown. They definitely slow or just lack the knowledge.
As always, I enjoyed "The Pivot" but this one was really special because I needed a "pick me up" after LSU's crazy game/loss to FSU this past weekend. Hearing Fournette and Clark chop it up on the game and life gave me that lift! I love seeing (on the field) and hearing (in this interview) Fournette's maturation. Major S/O to Fournette's parents, the real MVPs!!
We(FSU) tried to give yall the game in so many ways. Just didnt happen. Yall got a promising season tho 4real.
@@MrDmac79 I know.... But typical Brian Kelly fashion
12:05 listen up. This is BIG. 💎
“I love him..teach him everything..but he NEVER out work me”
He ain’t hiding no secret techniques for his own gain. He’s not afraid to share knowledge. He breaks bread of technique with his teammates. WHY? Because he is comfortable that he will ALWAYS put in the work to not lose his job.
SOOOOOO many teammates you encounter will not share info with you because they are afraid you’ll take their jobs. This is even in the workforce outside of football. But that just holds the entire team and company BACK. 5 sacks in a game could amount to 7 or 8 if the whole team is eating knowledge. 🧠 🍽 . It could be the difference between winning and losing. It could be the reason why your secondary has a weak spot that gets exploited in the slot.
So the big take away is never be afraid to share techniques because at the end of the day it’s your work ethic that’ll keep your job in place and it makes the whole team better by pushing the Bar of expectation further!
This is a hidden 💎 AND it’s why some teams never turn the corner. Guys are hoarding knowledge in FEAR. Teach your teammate that spin move you know. Show your brother how to perfect that step back 3. Show that new employee the ropes. That love for others.
Major
Man they always get the best from all there guest. I look forward to this every week and be so interested in the convo that I never want it to end. Keep up the great work fellas!
Great work again fellas. The chemistry y’all have makes for incredible dialogue. Enjoyed this episode and hearing from a former Tiger. Let’s Geaux LF!
Former Jaguar 🐆 with Fred
Former Player in Florida Chad 🐬
Former LSU college player RC 🏆
Fournette fit this podcast so well!
And the bonus is Byron Leftwich (Tampa Offensive Coordinator) is the former QB of Freddie T.
*Shannon definitely man enough to say it in your face young man. And he can talk about a football player being out shape because he a Hall Of Famer that has stayed in shape ALL HIS LIFE!*
This show has to be the number one sports podcast/TH-cam channel. The dynamic that you three have is unmatched past and present. Real live y’all should have a HBO, Amazon Prime, Showtime, Peacock deal by now. Keep it up it’s always a blessing to watch and listen. There is a lesson to learn in every episode, at least for me.
Lombardi Lenny! Lenny has been a great addition to the Tampa community and this organization! Glad he'll be here for a few more years!
I like Lousiana Lenny better.
I love everything y’all stand for! It brings me joy to hear y’all chop it up and talk not just about football but life. Most people don’t understand that football brings so much insight on how you can apply the disciplines to life.
Calais Campbell really is an educator of finances. We used to get our hair cut at the same barber shop and he would drop so many gems on how to flip finances and play the long game for the family. GREAT human being man...
As a Jags fan this hurts my heart... Playoff Lenny was amazing. I remember his IG post from Narcos. Just the loan gangsta on the swing set by himself. He said to call him the Tim Duncan of Duval because he was with the Franchise until the end. Happy for his success and being a Jags fan sucks, lol,
I agree man. It stinks they miss-manage and let stars studded talented athletes that they acquired through the draft go. The Kahn’s aren’t a football family.
Die hard Jag fan here: love this dude and everything he’s about. Will forever be grateful for his time in Jax, always love seeing him succeed
Me too. Hard to watch knowing we screwed up a SB team because that nutty ass FO wanted to keep “Flake Bortles”. It all started there…
Jags are ass. Governor DeSantis should make Jacksonville the state Dump.
@@troypolamalupittsburghdyna8181 jaguars own the Steelers and it kills you
@@skeedotreed1084 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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As a Jags fan, will always root for Pivot Lenny. Good dude and is a man of the people.
Great episode. I loved his stories about his mom, dad and family members. Also so cool hearing speak on his genuine feelings about life in the NFL. I already liked Lenny, now I love Lenny. My guuuuy . Hope he has a great successful rest of his career and LIFE.
These interviews are so great at giving you a different perspective of these public figures. Gained a lot of respect for Leonard.
Only podcast / show to ever have me waiting on TH-cam for episode premieres week after week
I was waiting for " a curse? Going from Blake bortles to Tom Brady, nothing about that is a curse" this crew always delivers ,can tell it's a comfortable situation and real conversations everytime .
If Fred wants to be the manager he has to be in the hall of fame the pivot deserves a manager with the gold jacket!! 🙏🏻
Fred's resume is Hall of Fame worthy, without a doubt. Look it up.
He being black balled
@@norwoodhammond650 for a good 10/15 yrs Fred was a problem problem!!
Fred is a hall a fame nfl player it's just that sports does not reward humble laid back athletes. Sad but true Fred Taylor football, Jamal Crawford basketball, scottie pippen etc.
“It’s not gonna be easy for you, you're chosen by God”💯💯😭 I needed that !!
I love this podcast ❤️
Best podcast/show in the world let’s go!
This series is refreshing to watch. Good job fellas. Keep it going!
Brian Jordan and Corey Dillon would be great guests. Brian Jordan is like the ultimate pivot. Fred could relate to Corey Dillon on being under appreciated.
Great suggestions, man. Massive respect!!
I literally watch every podcast and every possible interview y’all do away from podcast . Loved when y’all came to Nashville and did bus. If y’all come back y’all can ride my party bus free. I love y’all work . Open honest and real .
I watched the Bussin with the boys not bussin in the boys episode again on Saturday. Good times!!!
Southern Hospitality at its finest… New Orleans to be exact 💪🏾
Yo real talk though the running back position has always been my favorite position my uncle Merril played for Pittsburgh back in the 80s and then for me it was the Bus and TD, then Freaky Fred and I loved Ricky Williams as well. I love how Fred gets when a runningback is on, it's different with how he engages and I believe it's really showed all of us a genuine side of Fred and the rest of the guys.
Randomly met Leonard Fournette working at Finish Line in college during the off season real nice dude cool to hear him on the show
I've really been waiting a minute for y'all to get LF on he's a a great story from a top draft pick to damn near Forgotten to playoff Lenny and I'm going to love the Time Brady stories. I really like IAA but the pivot is straight killing em now salute to both podcast though
Man idk if that “TIME ⏰ Brady” was intentional or a auto spell fix but man that name is NICE 😂😂😂. Makes sense.
@@df6148 lmfao 😂😂😂 it was speed text at work
@Frank P 😂😂😂🤦🏿♂️
Bro this is an awesome podcast don’t miss a show. Freddy T as a kid you was that dude best RB I ever seen. RC one of the best sports commentators out here. Channing funny as hell . Go Noles
I met Lenny a few years ago. Brother addressed me as Sir, shook my hand and took a picture with me. This is a Great Brother. Best wishes to him and continued success.
I love this show, I love the merch. It's time to buy that Pivot hoodie. Are their more colors coming out in the apparel? The hoodie Chan wearing is dope. Ryan, Fred and Chan are doing an awesome job and I wish you all the very best. Chan is the craziest and funniest on the show. I salute Y'all and keep up the good work.
Big 7th Ward hit the nail on the head when speaking about New Orleans parents. The way they be on you from such a young age if they are present then the opinions of others won't bother or rattle you.
Hardhead
Absolutely!my Daddy St.Anthony & Duels.. Uncle taught at St.Augustine in the 50’s…Uncle first graduating class from St.Augg and yes played Football!
Lenny was spot on, us from the N.O can’t b fake bro 💯
Nah- I know a lot of fake folk in the NO. Some from our neighborhood. You can’t make a blanket statement like that and thing it’s 100!
I coached this young man in high school at St. Aug and he has the biggest heart off the field and on the field!!! Go Purple!
Coach H
Watched since he came to LSU dude revived my love for football fr watching play, happy asf when he got a ring
Athletes finally have somewhere they can go relax and be themselves with no filter and WE LOVE it man y’all boys keep pushin 💪🏾 💯
Facts
I still would love to see Dennis Rodman on the Pivot!! I’m sure he has stories for days. Also dive into someone like Ray Rice who could use a platform to explain his actions and the consequences. A good learning lesson for young athletes.
Whoa!! Ray Rice would be HUGE!
I aint ready for Channing and Rodman to meet up. 😅
@@Del_116 🤣😂🤣
Leonard's accent is the best. Smoove.
Didn’t get a chance to comment when Jamarcus Russell was on……. But….. by far….. Pivot, and Joe Rogan……. The 2 best podcasts on the 🌍 Right now!!!
Another classic episode. I love that yall show give the players a platform where we can see the person they are. Thats what matter. Ppl paint plenty images of players but who they are as a person is true value👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I really can't wait for this episode ! Will we have Tom Brady on this podcast one day hmmm? I hope so
Oh we will, I can feel it man
Tom bradys time is about as expensive as any athlete in the sports world. It sounds crazy but companies pay millions for Tom to make a 1 hour speech. Unless he's boys with one of them, it might be a challenge to get him on.
@@calthar13 Fred was his RB in new England
@@calthar13 Fred knows Tom personally, so you can delete this comment
@@antoinewilliams129delete my comment? lmao, do you know how many people Tom knows personally? He's played for 23 years in the salary cap and free agency Era. Go through the list of people Tom's played with. Hell one of his backups is a current NFL HC. Fred was one of his RBs for like 2 years in NE. That's the same amount of time as every RB in Tampa. But I guarantee Tom ain't jumping on their shows. Tom's knows half of everyone the NFL personally, doesn't mean he's showing up to do all their shit. He ain't boys with none of these dudes. He's boys with Gronk, and Edelman, and even Edelamn is having a hard time him getting Tom on his podcast.
You guys are a class act, greatly appreciate how you guys connect and allow the players to be themselves
@ 34:03 Channing keeps it ALL the way real!!
"Great people and good at your job is 2 different thangs. I know some great people that ain't shit"
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Really good show as always, I was a fan of Lenny as a player but I really like the man he’s become and the perseverance he has shown. Those NFL politics are serious and have to be learned quickly if you wanna last!! Great job again👍🏽👍🏽
Damn!!! The boys did it again.... 🙏🙏🙏👌👌👌💪💪💪
Freddie T is why I Watch ! That’s my Dude!
Man y’all keep doing y’all thing, y’all approach guests the right way never inconsiderate never disrespectful. Fred T, Channing C & RC y’all doing this right way brothers 💯🫡
Love this show!!! Good job Fred, RC and Channing
As a Saints fan, I hate that this interview made me like Fournette lol … all jokes & rivalry aside, I really like this dudes mentality, & demeanor. Dope interview
🤣😂I’ve been telling my husband the same thing.
@@justme8233 lol it’s pissing me off honestly haha but I can’t deny that he seems like a really cool guy. He did go to LSU and is from NO , so that’s something 😂😂
This the very best show out here. Context, content, substance and funny.. I've watched each of these gentlemen career: hard hitting. Like tha show.
Thank you so much for letting your guests tell their story and not interrupting them and cutting them off! Much love guys.
I love this how you all get along and seem to love what you do keep this up,
Love watching you boys all the way from New Zealand. The flow of the conversations are amazing and inspiring, keep doing what you do!
Fred...I seen you itching a little on wanting to give him that TALK... Great show Leonard got dog in him ..... yall continue success.
Fred been around him in JacksonVille since day one.
Channing “I know some great people who ain’t shit”😂😂 quote of my life
The best t.v series on TH-cam.
This is the only series I watch. The others don’t keep my attention
Chan a natural treasure 😂🫡
Best line of this episode Channing Being a great person and being good at your job are two different things. AGREED
Lenny put the hammer on the nail with that statement, love this show. Y’all doing it right 💪🏼
Great interview. Long time Bucs fan looking forward to watching playoff Lenny run it back!
Great show. Been watching since the beginning. The height of my Tuesdays. Would love to see the Rock on someday.
Factsssss
Being from New Orleans and seeing dawgy flourish in real time is really motivating. It’s so hard making it from down here . Salute 7 💯
Man y'all got the juice! Bringing on all my favorite players and guest.
Elite Football hubs in no particular order:
Louisiana
Georgia
Florida
Texas
California
Love the show. Freddy T i still got a Fred Taylor action figure. It sits on my desk every day! Love the show !
These podcasts are so powerful, especially for young people who struggle with self confidence and doubt. Leadership like this is the most important thing. Well done gentlemen
This show and others like Point Forward (with Andre Igoudala and Evan Turner) give legitimacy to “the good” of the internet.
Please stay above the fray. Great conversation. Camaraderie. A lesson here and there. Just awesome. ✨✨✨
I wish I was able to watch this back stage this show is raw 🔥🔥🔥
Please get OBJ on this, one of the most misunderstood players 🙏🏽🙏🏽
@Tony G Not according to EVERY teammate who's spoken about him.
ABSOLUTELY THE BEST PODCAST SHOW!
Very Genuine Men doing a honest true podcast.
Thanks for taking a second to describe who Lenny was talking about referring to the rb coach who helped him at LSU. The little things like that is why this is A1 content for any fan of football 🐐🔥
Love the pod and what y’all do
He better do me good on fantasy LMAO
This show so authentic...really shows people that true brotherhood is possible. I wish I had friends and mentors like you guys. Yall take care of each other. Ive been betrayed everytime I gave loyalty to my brothers. Its a rare thing in this life but glad to see its possible.
This interview made me a huge fan. The camaraderie, the brotherhood, the respect and African American individuals doing it the right way. I’m inspired to have this admiration, respect and the dedication these guys have. Man. This is it! This how it should be. This is how change is made at a systemic level!
What up Freddie T !!! Love the cast man y’all cool peoples an making it work. Energy is there
Fred Taylor is a HALL FAMEER. #1 Jag in my mind carried the team for many years.
🐊 that UF
Best. Intro. Ever. You guys are doing it beautiful! Much love from Poland!
Really enjoy my Tuesdays watching this podcast.
Channing is hilarious
great episode guys!! we lit
# 1 TH-cam show and # 1 podcast about sports life. not sports or just like it's the combo of both
Great interview as usual. Making your guest comfortable to give us their truth. Best platform ever 💯🙏🏾