This is Football with Kevin Clark Grieving our dads and eventually a Chiefs/Bills preview with Jim Nantz
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Oct 29, 2025 
Jim Nantz, a veteran sports broadcaster for CBS, joins Kevin Clark to discuss the intersection of grief and football. He shares heartfelt advice from Arnold Palmer following his father's passing, highlighting personal loss in his career. They delve into the electric atmosphere of the Bills' stadium and fond memories from past games, including Peyton Manning's iconic 'Omaha' call. Jim also reflects on Josh Allen's evolution as a quarterback and the challenges of keeping stories fresh when broadcasting elite talent.
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Recording As A Tribute From Dad’s Office
- Kevin Clark recorded the episode from his late father's office shortly after his father's passing and used the show as a tribute.
- Jim Nantz stayed on the call afterward to comfort Kevin and discuss their dads privately.
Let Pride Drive Sustainable Effort
- Jim Nantz said wanting to make your parents proud can be a lifelong motivating force.
- He prays daily to give his best and suggests using that drive to sustain your effort and focus.
Arnold Palmer’s Comforting Touch
- Jim Nantz shared Arnold Palmer's moment telling him his deceased father was "right here" when making a hard career decision.
- Palmer tapped Nantz's chest and reassured him his father remained a guiding presence in choices to come.