Michael Irvin on Cowboys Wins, Jerry Jones, Thanksgiving in Dallas & Super Bowl? | The Pivot Podcast
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The 3x Super Bowl Champ, Hall of Famer, and one and only, Playmaker, Michael Irvin sits down with Ryan and Channing after Dallas' big win vs Minnesota to talk everything Cowboys, Jerry Jones, his dominant era and a deep dive into how his upbringing shaped the man he is today.
With Fred away for the holidays, Ryan taps in his playmaker’s partner to join the Pivot to kick off Thanksgiving week with all eyes on Irvin’s Dallas Cowboys to keep up their winning ways. Extremely fired up, Michael can't help share his excitement around this year's Cowboys team and how the meter is hot for this roster to go all the way this season, Championship or bust!
Sharing his own memories from playing on Thanksgiving, Michael talks about the infamous Leon Lett moment, playing against Randy Moss and what the city of Dallas was like after the big Thursday game. Opening up about his love and respect for Jerry Jones and his close relationship with former coach, Jimmy Johnson, Michael goes in-depth on how it was just playing football in Dallas it became his way of life, sense of family and purpose.
Ryan asks if it was always Dallas for him and Michael shares how he had a special connection to the team as a child from his late father who would watch the games growing up with him. One of 16 kids, Michael learned the importance of teamwork and sacrifice early in life and used it to help propel him to the next level in athletics. Explaining the lineage and meaning of new beginnings behind wearing #88 and how Drew Pearson was the first but Michael wanted to continue to make that the premiere jersey number on the Cowboys for decades to come which he has.
Learning from his high school teammates and Bernie Kosar who went to the NFL a year early from college too, Michael speaks about leveraging his power as an athlete and picking the Dallas Cowboys as the team he would go to and explains why he avoided choosing the Green Bay Packers. From St. Thomas to the University of Miami to the Dallas Cowboys, stardom was nothing new to Michael but losing his first year in the NFL was not something he could accept or get used to. Michael explains how when Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith came the following year they were able to take the team to the dynasty it became.
Ryan jokes about Michael saying, “If you can’t help me win, you can’t be my friend,” as he talks about wanting to be surrounded by teammates on the Cowboys who had the same unwavering commitment in winning a Super Bowl As he did. If he found out a teammate didn’t align with this same mission, he wasn’t afraid to let it be known to the coaching staff or the player. On the road to three championships and a hall of fame career, Michael had to face greats such as Deion Sanders defensively and Randy Moss who was always in the shadows to be the next best at his position. Michael shares a few stories from the times competing against them and the respect he has for other receivers who may be more physically gifted but given the chance would trade careers with him if they had the chance, specifically citing Randy Moss.
Michael has high hopes for this year's Cowboys team and talks about how they don't realize how talented they are sometimes which could be a weakness for them down the stretch. Attributing his success to three special women in his life, his mom, his mother-in-law and aunt, Michael says being able to experience the highs of life with them and travel the world has been the highlight of his life.
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Being just diagnosed with cancer this morning I needed this laughter.....THANK YOU PIVOT...RC, CHANNY, FRED AND PLAYMAKER !!!!!!!!!!!
My prayers are with you
Praying for u Cyril S. keep fighting
Prayers up brotha ❤
Prayers your way
@cyrils2692 My prayers are that God covers you and the report was false🙏🏽🙏🏽Keep that laughter
I love Michael Irvin’s spirit
Love his energy
Enthusiasm
So do I
Ditto
I love it that he gives Deion for credit for saving him when he went off the rails. "he said you ain't going nowhere and got ready to fight" AND in football games he gave Deion his credit. I really like that
Ryan Clark is a good dude for that last piece man that was indeed heartfelt. The Pivot is an incredible podcast without a doubt
The Bobby Brown of receivers!!!! He brought that edge to the game as a WR.
My man said the Bobby Brown of WR’s!!!!!! Lol wow!!!!! 😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮. Man you win 🏆. But it’s kind of right tho! 😂😂😂Lol Thank God he has shown him Love and favor over the years. He has been called by God to do a great work and each day he is doing more and more of it. Mike is truly an example of faith and redemption. Amen thank you Jesus!
Ayyyoooooo 😂😂😂😂😂
This is fact....he was brought that fire to the position 🔥...he was the only receiver I saw be the defacto team leader dudes looked to mike to lead the way on those cowboys teams
Oh no you didn’t lol. I remember those times well though., back in the 90’s. Wild times lol
😂😂😂😂😂
Michael Irvin’s stories are classics. He reminds me of the crazy drunk uncle at the cookout! Great interview Pivot!
I was gonna say Mike the cool crazy uncle yo parents don’t want you hanging around😂
Just say Irvin could be my dad or one of his brothers
Man listening to Mike talking about his mom and the women in his life put a lump in my throat...... every good mans dream is to take care of his parents, and especially his mom. Playmaker was super flashy and had all the football skills in the world, but was also a selfless dude with a big heart. LEGEND!!!
Everytime he talks about his Miami days I can only imagine how wild they truly were off the field.
This wasn't just a show/interview. This was a dope ass conversation that we just so happen to be able to see. Love this show. Don't miss an episode.
The Playmaker is a national treasure.
Born and raised in Dallas Texas and the early to mid 90s that was the place to be!
I love Michael Irvin. I love his passion and loyalty for our Cowboys.
I really enjoyed to hear Michael Irvin’s Pivot! The old school legends really give the locker room vibe. The Charles Haley situation had me in tears! 😂
When Chan told Charles " Them ain't no hall of Fame cuticles MF! I thought you had a sock on" I dead man lol
Every time RC says “anybody can podcast but not everybody can Pivot” I just imagine Hakeem Olajuwon doing the Dream Shake Pivoting all over NBA centers. Please Bring the king of Pivots to the Pivot!
Lol love it!! I wanna get big man D Matumbo in with the finger wag!! "U think u can Pivot?? No, no, no!!" 🤣🤣
I think of Brandon Marshall 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@InspectorButters4 lolololol
@@InspectorButters4 he going thru a brain tumor right now
@@NSmith-hh1ys 😂😂😂😂 you Dirty
Congratulations to Freaky for making the semifinals for the HOF I hope you making it in there OG You Deserve It💪🏼🐐
True that.Hopefully his fame from The Pivot will help
@@keithsmith339 ayee he don’t need that his career speaks for itself.
@@splashmann1085 maybe so but it'll speak louder with the yellow jacket
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽is that why he not on this episode
@@YamiRondo2 That's my question...where Fred!?
I ALWAYS find myself thinking I'm gonna just watch the first 30mins and then end up watching the entire show. These cats have the best natural conversations. It's the only show I've seen that's on the same level as Inside The NBA.
What I'm doing now ha
As a witness I can confirm that era in Dallas was nuts if you were a Cowboy. There was absolutely no reason to go anywhere else. I spent a week there and hung out with Deon, Irvin, and a few others and they were rockstars. One of the most memorable weeks of my life!!!!
So Dallas then was Vegas on steroids
I love seeing that Sean Taylor jersey 😢RC a real one for that
Thank you RC for saying the young men names & young woman name who lost their lives! God bless!
Another great interview. Bless you Ryan Clark for your closing comments. May God bless everyone involved with "The Pivot" and Happy Thanksgiving.
🙏🏾🤎🙏🏾🤎
The Playmaker…forever to be held in the highest esteem. One of the great redemption stories in sports.
Man I love the story irvin was telling about never having to have tickets😭😭how it’s supposed to be
R.C. you are the man for reaping that Sean Taylor jersey. Sean was the best!!❤️❤️
He played with Sean Taylor in Washington DC
Respect
As a Cowboy fan, much respect with Sean Taylor jersey. Also, great way to finish the episode with your tribute.
ALL 3 LEGS! BAHAHA - Another Gem! Great interview 88, RC & Channing - Missed Freddy T! Thanks Pivot! HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND GOD BLESS.
RC you got a brother Misty over here that was so heartfelt but even though I did not know these families my heart was broken for them and the level of love and compassion and empathy and sympathy that you just displayed that's why I respect you so much
So True 🤎🤎🤎
I’m not a cowboy fan, but I am very appreciate it to Michael Irvin. Great job. And much respect
"If you can't help me win, you can't be my friend" 😤😂 love it
Michael Irving is a legend. Must watch television. Play maker.
Watching the ESPN 30 for 30 on The U is my all time favorite episode. I will never forget some of the stories they told on there.
Michael Irvin has an energy .. competitiveness .. in his spirit that galvanizes men! His HOFer status is solid and well-earned.
Man I love Playmaker. Dude is so funny but authentic at the same time. Thanks guys for bringing him on again. Great show as usual. 🫶🏾💯
How do you not Love Playmaker? He has such a good energy all the time.
Hold on.... where is Freaky Freddie?! The interview was amazing and entertaining, but Freddie was definitely missed!! I love what you guys have created. Black men doing positive things for the world to see is always a plus. Happy Holidays to you. ❤️
From a previous show I think he went to Thailand
I knooooow
Y'all take days off from y'all's jobs don't y'all? Or y'all work 365 days a year?
This has to be the most dynamic podcast on the air, these guys go from laughing hysterically, to deep in thoughts and amazing conversation at the drop of a hat. Very thought provoking show
Mike had some of the coldest one line comebacks ever 24:45 “We made that we ain’t just be that”
Playmaker was the heart and soul of those 90s Cowboys teams!! My dude!!
I hate the Cowboys but I always loved Michael Irvin. This man has been thru some things & im always open to listening to what he has to say even when he’s talking about the Cowboys going to the SB. Dude is a certified real one. Once again the Pivot has delivered.
Salute to the Pivot!! Shoutout to the Playmaker!!
Love Ryan representing with that jersey!
Love Love Love Michael Irvin!!!! Was born a Dallas Cowboys fan. Mike love the city, love the fans and til this day, he is held on a pedestal then and now everywhere he go. Rightfully so. Pivot, is the best and interview the best. Love it!
I have never laughed so hard. These guys are awesome. Wish Fred was here, but best of luck on his trip. "The Playmaker" was a fantastic guest. One of the best episodes. Keep doing the great job Ryan, Channing and Fred.
Michael Irvin is the ABSOLUTE BEST!!! Perfect balance between substance and humor!
Michael is my all-time favorite Dallas Cowboy!
Michael Irving is an elite interview everytime I feel like I’m in the room with my uncles during a holiday
Absolutely 💯 love The Pivot. Irvin was my favorite player to watch. Thanks guys for having him on, missed Fred, keep doing what you do. You guys are Awesome
This episode with Irving was 2 of the best!!
The pivot podcast domination continues!!
Playmaker,giving Us raw content…Nothing directed or scripted…This is why we have come to love Da Pivot…Thanks Guys!!!
RC!!!!!!! So gifted with words!!!!! The powerful statement and condolences given at the end. Well said, RC, well said!!! 🙏🏾🕊️
Had to stop this at 9:15 just to say man this is very special and humbling
GREAT INTERVIEW!!!! A New Profound Respect For Mr. Irvin.
The Pivot is a class room ,it’s entertaining,it’s therapy,it’s the Best Thing Smoking.
Playmaker just brings the joy in every conversation.
I am not a Cowboy fan, but I’ve always had respect and a great appreciation for The PLAYMAKER. He is truly authentic and has a great spirit about him. And what he said about Jerry I have a new appreciation and respect for Jerry as well. RC the end of the show was absolutely amazing and well said. Great show!!!
R C Thank you for acknowledging these families 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Gentlemen, this is one of the best shows on the internet. Keep crushing it!
Michael Irvin, Shannon Sharpe are so charismatic they just grab your attention and you have to listen to them.Great interview as always
This was a great episode! The Playmaker is my all- time favorite player, especially being a Hurricanes and Cowboys. He really opened up to give us a glimpse of his inner working.
Lastly, the closing remarks by RC were spot on. Keep providing genuine and thought provoking material because we truly appreciate it.
The playmakers one of my favorite people on the whole planet. He is so genuine and true and funny and creative. His best days in Hollywood are still ahead
Love this dude. His energy and insights are unique. He's not perfect but he's great.
That Sean Taylor Jersey! 🔥🔥🔥🏈
You get started in this interview and you cannot stop. The Michael Irvin Effect 🎉
RC got that Sean Taylor Jersey on 💪🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks for the ending and addressing Shanquella and her family!
Love the Triplets, Cowboys brought years of happiness in my youth, glad to see The Play Maker still with the same passion…🙏
Jay Novek bro. When he left Dallas slipped. Facts! Love the Triplets but ain't all about them. I love Mike's spirit. NO HATE
However; remember his behavior his EGO hurt Dallas in 96. 5 game suspension. I love HIS recovery. Facts.
Cowboy fan since 1975.
God's peace.
Another Awesome Show with a solid heartwarming tribute at the end.
Well Done to the Fellas & Well Played to the Playmaker.
Happy Thanksgiving To the Pivot Podcast and Crew.
Love Michael. Everybody needs a Michael in their life.
The Playmaker & The Pivot...🔥🔥🔥🔥
The pivot has so many life lessons. I’m 39 and this show still teaches
One of my favorite players/people ever. The Play Maker- straight up special!
Cowboys would’ve never won any rings without Playmaker. My goodness this man IS charisma and passion
Man. He be making me want to suit up! Love Michael Irving man! DC4L
Got Irvin autograph back in the day on a pic of him in Cowboys preseason practice 🙏 one of the best dudes you could ever meet , got that pic hanging on kitchen wall now
Ryan gave me chills at the end fr.
Love Michael being so honest.
Hearing him talk about his mother and the other women in his life is dope man. My mother in law is my girl too... I lost my mother a few years back and she was absolutely my favorite person EVER!!!
I know Alicia is going nuts, thank y’all for all y’all do.
I love the playmaker the way he breaks down life not just football and the honesty in it!!!
Another GREAT interview PIVOT. Playmaker always entertaining and sincere.
This show is a movement 👏 🙌 This transparency and honesty can change a culture. Appreciate you men and everyone that makes the show possible. Bless you all!
Salute Pivot & Pivoters! Send'n Peace&Love from The Bluff City★♡★♡★♡
"How can you ask I" 24:05 that's passion also 22:32 just shows the dog
loved that Face First Closing RC. Prayers Up !
Man I love Michael Irvin lol he a hell of a person, how bout dem cowboys!!!!
Love the podcast. Michael Irvin spoke his truth. I am a die heart Eagles fan.
This segment was profoundly interesting ,informative and fun to watch. Here are 3 Amazing kings with the Faith and strength of success. Much support to this inspirational show. Dr.Dixon
Great show!🔥🔥🔥🔥
Love the Playmaker❤
Love the ending. Keep spreading love guys.
Yessss!!!!!! My CTE actin up 😭
Love seeing Michael Irvin he such a great personality
I love Michael perspective on the team😊
Mike is a GOOD Brother. Everyone has ups and downs, highs and lows and everything else. There is nothing like having the FAVOR OF GOD ON YOUR LIFE. Awesome story here..
They can easily have Mike + The Pivot host their own version of Inside the NFL
I absolutely love this podcast. The ending got me choked up. This senseless violence must cease!
This was one of your best shows!!! I laughed so hard & enjoyed the whole episode!! Keep it up!!!
Excellent show. Thank you for showing your humanity and care for the tragedies in our communities. Playmaker, RC, Chan, Freddie T, Alicia. Thank you
I love this show how they address current issues
Well they didn't speak on Kyrie or Ye....Which is unlikely...
U gotta Love Big Mike Irvin. He's always gonna give you the great energy. Go Cowboys.
I’m tuned in!!! 👀 Hey fellow Pivoter’s 👋🏾
I love it when he starts talking about Miami .. My family and I were living in Homestead close to the time he was talking about my brother was a big time Miami Hurricane fan .. I also love the part where he talks about Coral Gables .. I remember it well .. I miss hanginging out in South Beach and in Ft lauderdale good memories .. Ty you Play Maker