Episode VI: Super Bowl XXV MVP & NFL All-Pro Ottis Anderson

The 6th edition of Whe're They At features two-time Super Bowl champion (w/the 1986 and 1990 New York Giants), Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XXV, former NFL All-Pro running back & humanitarian, Ottis 'O.J.' Anderson. Ottis was the eighth running back in National Football League history to amass over 10,000 career rushing yards. Also, he is the leading rusher in Cardinals franchise history by far (3,350 yards in front of the runner-up). He went on to win the 1989 NFL Comeback Player of the Year but his performance in Super Bowl XXV was one for the ages in Super Bowl lore. During his retirement, he has exhibited diligent work to uplift others and raise money for many charities. Host Nabaté Isles had the honor to speak with Ottis on a multitude of topics including:                              

02:04:  The unique activity that helped him develop his skillset to excel as a running back.                          

03:04:  The influences in his life as a young man, including his late older brother, Marvin.               

06:14:  On how the tragic death of his brother inspired him to maximize his potential.                 

08:51:  On breaking the great Chuck Foreman's career rushing record at the University of Miami.              

10:14:  How did 'The U' eventually emerge into a college football powerhouse?                   

11:26:  His experiences meeting some of the participants in Super Bowl XIII (while he was a student-athlete in Miami) right before making an immediate impact in the NFL.                   

           

15:20:  His time with the St. Louis Cardinals, helping them become respectable.                     

        

18:45:  On making his comeback with the New York Giants and Coach Bill Parcells motivating him.                

23:18:  Nabaté shares a surprise greeting from Ottis' former teammate on the Giants, former All-Pro tight end, Mark Bavaro.            

25:59:  On his MVP performance at Super Bowl XXV.               

29:55:  On the magical rendition of the National Anthem by the late, legendary vocalist Whitney Houston.         

          
30:48:  His funny relationship with then-Giants Defensive Coordinator Bill Belichick.             

32:12:  Ottis explains what made the 'Two Bills' (Parcells and Belichick) exemplary leaders.           

34:55:  On an encounter with scrutinized Buffalo Bills kicker, Scott Norwood years after Scott missed the potential game-winning field goal in Super Bowl XXV.                

36:58:  On his great partnership with Eagel Sports in regards to his outstanding charity work through his foundation.                 

42:27:  Reflects on the career of fellow Super Bowl MVP and two-time champion for the Giants, Eli Manning.               

45:13:  Ottis' take on how high the ceiling is for current Giants star running back, Saquon Barkley.                

48:34:  Candid thoughts on the new Giants coaching staff, led by Joe Judge.           

50:50:  Ottis is very impressed with the San Francisco 49ers going into Super Bowl LIV.                 

52:58:  Remembers Pro Football Hall of Famer, Chris Doleman and NBA legend, Kobe Bryant.             

56:21:  NO HUDDLE segment of random questions for Ottis.               

1:01:07:  Ottis makes his case on why he should be in the Hall of Fame.              

1:05:06:  Names the greatest players from 'The U'.              

 

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Musical selections are from Nabaté Isles' album, 'Eclectic Excursions', available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, Amazon, Tidal, etc. Check out his website as well: www.nabateisles.com