Valuetainment "You Don't Control A Missile" - Ray Lewis SLAMS NFL's Helmet-to-Helmet Hysteria
Sep 8, 2025
Ray Lewis, a legendary linebacker in the NFL, shares his insights on the evolving coaching landscape shaped by modern rules and transfer culture. He reflects on his mentorship under Mike Singletary and the importance of loyalty in football. Lewis dives into the controversial targeting penalties, discussing the instinct behind aggressive plays and the challenges they pose to player safety. He also reveals a heartwarming bond with Chad Johnson, including pre-game Bible verses, showcasing the personal connections that define sports.
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Targeting Rules Remove Game Physicality
- Modern targeting rules remove key physicality from football and punish instinctive plays.
- Ray Lewis argues this harms players' chances and the game's integrity.
Money And Transfers Erode Loyalty
- NIL and easy transfers have eroded locker-room loyalty and coach-player relationships.
- Ray Lewis says money and the transfer portal changed the foundation of team culture.
Find Mentors Who Shape Character
- Seek mentors who coach both skill and character development.
- Ray Lewis recounts meeting Mike Singletary for film work and weekly Bible study to become a better man.