
Sports Spectrum Podcast
Sports Spectrum is an interview driven podcast hosted by former Chicago Bears Pro Bowl running back Matt Forte.
Each episode, Forte and podcast creator Jason Romano will bring you stories and conversations at the intersection of sports and Jesus.
Latest episodes

Jul 2, 2024 • 32min
Elvis Amoh - Pro soccer player on God's will, dealing with setbacks and glorifying Jesus' name
Elvis Amoh is a professional soccer player with Detroit City FC in the USL. Prior to Detroit, he was with Hartford Athletic, Rio Grande Valley and Colorado Springs. He is the founder of “Footballers for Christ” on Instagram.
Today on the podcast, Elvis Amoh shares his journey of faith and how his relationship with Jesus Christ transformed his perspective on life and soccer. He talks about the shift from prioritizing soccer to prioritizing his faith and how he uses soccer as a platform to glorify God and inspire others.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 4min
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Jun 28, 2024 • 44min
James Winchester - Kansas City Chiefs long snapper on winning titles, overcoming tragedy
James Winchester is the long snapper with the Kansas City Chiefs. He was undrafted in 2013 after playing his college football at the University of Oklahoma. He was signed by the Chiefs in 2015 and has been their long snapper since. He has been a member of four Super Bowl teams and won three titles, including this past season.
His 22 postseason games played with the Chiefs is tied for a club record with tight end Travis Kielce.
Today on the podcast, we talk to James Winchester about his improbable NFL journey, overcoming the tragedy of his father's death, trusting in God's plan and living a non-lukewarm life in Christ.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 38min
Scott Nagy - Southern Illinois men's basketball coach on big decisions, God's plan and being others oriented
Scott Nagy was named the head men’s basketball coach at Southern Illinois on March 28, 2024. He began his coaching career in the late 1980’s with Illinois before becoming a head coach in 1995 at South Dakota State. After 11 years, he moved to Wright State, where he coached from 2016-2024. As a division one head coach, Nagy has led his teams to five NCAA Tournament berths.
Today on the podcast we talk to coach Nagy about his journey of faith and coaching. He discusses his upbringing in a Christian home, his struggles with performance-based faith, and the recent decision to move to Southern Illinois. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing character, discipline, and accountability over winning and encourages young coaches to pursue a relationship with Jesus and focus on the players.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 34min
David Tyree - Super Bowl XLII hero and Paul Allen - Vikings radio voice on miracles and being bold for Christ
David Tyree is a former NFL wide receiver who was a member of the New York Giants Super Bowl winning championship team in 2007. Tyree made one of the most famous catches in Super Bowl history that helped his team defeat the undefeated New England Patriots 17-14.
Paul Allen is the voice of the Minnesota Vikings and the host of the Paul Allen show on KFAN radio in Minneapolis.
Today on the podcast, we talk to David Tyree and Paul Allen in front of a live audience at the Arise with the Guys conference from April 2024 and discuss faith, not second-guessing God's plan, living uncommon and the existence of miracles.
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Jun 21, 2024 • 43min
Riley Gaines - Former UK All-American swimmer on swimming against the current and growing in Christ
Riley Gaines is a former UK All-American swimmer who is now an activist, podcast host and author. Her new book “Swimming Against the Current” released May 21, 2024
Today on the podcast, Riley Gaines discusses her journey of faith and the importance of keeping Jesus at the center of her life. She also shares her experience competing against a biological male transgender athlete at Kentucky as well as the fear and intimidation tactics used to silence her speaking out. Gaines also shares how she’s grown in her faith during this time of being thrusted into the spotlight.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 43min
Steve Carter - Pastor/Author on becoming a Michigan fan and how to grieve, breathe and receive
Steve Carter is a pastor, author, speaker and podcast host. He is currently the teaching pastor at Forest City Church in Elgin, Illinois and is the host of the "Craft & Character" podcast. An avid Michigan football fan, Steve is the author of 3 books including his latest, "Grieve, Breathe, Receive" which released back in May.
Today on the podcast, we talk to Steve Carter about his personal experience as a Michigan Wolverines fan and how his fandom is connected to his relationship with his adopted father. They explore the idea of not idolizing Christian athletes and understanding that athletes are flawed human beings. Carter also talks about his book, 'Grieve, Breathe, and Receive,' which offers a framework for navigating difficult seasons of life.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 36min
Al Horford and Joe Mazzula - Boston Celtics 2024 world champions on their faith in Jesus
The Boston Celtics are 2024 NBA champions.
Today we listen in on Sports Spectrum conversations with veteran forward Al Horford from October 2022 and with head coach Joe Mazzulla from October 2023.
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Jun 17, 2024 • 37min
Juwan Johnson - New Orleans Saints tight end on internet fame, football and salvation over circumstances
Juwan Johnson is a tight end with the New Orleans Saints. He was undrafted coming out of college after spending 4 seasons with Penn State and his senior year at Oregon.
He signed with the Saints in 2020 and has become an integral part of New Orleans' offense. In 2022, he had 42 receptions for 508 yards and 7 touchdowns. In 2023, he had 37 receptions and 4 touchdowns.
Today on the podcast, Juwan shares his journey of faith and football, discussing his encounter with Christ and the transformation he experienced at Oregon. He also shares about internet fame that he and his wife Chanen have encountered as they've shared their life on social media.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 43min
College basketball coaches panel on living on mission with an eternal mindset
Today’s podcast features a conversation that was recorded at the 2024 Final Four in Phoenix, Arizona in partnership with Uncommon Sports Group and features Florida State head basketball coach Leonard Hamilton, Coastal Carolina associate head coach Jayson Gee, Saint Joseph’s University Director of Basketball Operations Chris Flegler and Liberty University’s Chief of Staff Chelsea Mangino.
Our discussion centers around living your faith out in the world of college basketball and what it looks like to coach on mission for Christ.
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