
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

Feb 6, 2025 • 27min
Kansas City Chiefs players and coaches at Super Bowl LIX on their Christian faith
This week, Sports Spectrum's Matt Forte, Jason Romano and Annabelle Hasselbeck spent the week in New Orleans interviewing and speaking to Kansas City Chiefs players and coaches about their faith in Jesus.1. Patrick Mahomes (1:58)2. James Winchester (2:33)3. Todd Pinkston (6:27)4. Carson Wentz (8:22)5. Kareem Hunt (10:03)6. Drue Tranquill (10:29)7. Charles Omenhihu (13:37)8. Jaylin Watson (14:23)9. Rod Wilson (16:10)10. Samaje Perine (18:20)11. Trent McDuffie (22:03)12. Harrison Butker (22:47)Sports Spectrum is presented this week by UNITUS. Learn more by checking out their website -WeAreUnitus.com. Use the code SS10 to save 10% off through February 9, 2025.If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum or have a guest idea for someone to talk to on the show, please email us -jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum'sWhat's Up Podcast -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum'sGet in the Game Podcast -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Feb 5, 2025 • 10min
Jemal Singleton - Philadelphia Eagles running backs coach on Saquon, Super Bowls and salvation
Jemal Singleton is the running backs coach and assistant head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. He joined Matt Forte and Jason Romano LIVE from Super Bowl LIX Opening Night in New Orleans to talk football, faith, Saquon Barkley and the gratitude he has to be coaching in a 2nd Super Bowl.
Sports Spectrum is presented this week by UNITUS. Learn more by checking out their website - WeAreUnitus.com. Use the code SS10 to save 10% off through February 9, 2025.
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum or have a guest idea for someone to talk to on the show, please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Feb 5, 2025 • 6min
Drue Tranquill - Kansas City Chiefs linebacker on God's grace, Super Bowl LIX and his firm foundation in Christ
Drue Tranquill is in his second season as a linebacker with the Kansas City Chiefs. We had a chance to catch up with Tranquill at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans to talk to him about his encounter with God's grace, the journey it took to bring him to Kansas City and rooting himself in the solid rock of Jesus.
Sports Spectrum is presented this week by UNITUS. Learn more by checking out their website - WeAreUnitus.com. Use the code SS10 to save 10% off through February 9, 2025.
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum or have a guest idea for someone to talk to on the show, please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Feb 4, 2025 • 35min
Marcellus Casey and wife Stephanie - Kansas City Chiefs chaplain on faith amid team’s journey to Super Bowl LIX
Marcellus Casey is in his eighth season as the team chaplain for the Kansas City Chiefs. He leads Bible studies and chapel services for the team. His wife, Stephanie, partners in ministry with him to lead Bible studies for the players’ wives and girlfriends.
Marcellus and Stephanie join the show today to share about what this 2024 season has been like, the Bible studies and chapel services they’ve led, praying for the team before every game, the spiritual leadership of Patrick Mahomes and their favorite “God moment” from this past year.
Sports Spectrum is presented this week by UNITUS. Learn more by checking out their website - WeAreUnitus.com. Use the code SS10 to save 10% off through February 9, 2025.
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum or have a guest idea for someone to talk to on the show, please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Feb 3, 2025 • 26min
Ryan Leaf - Former NFL QB on overcoming addiction and mental health to help others
Ryan Leaf is an NFL analyst with the Bleav audio and video network and host of Last Mile Radio on Sirius XM. He was originally the second overall pick in the 1998 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers.
Today, live from Radio Row at Super Bowl LIX, Matt Forte and Jason Romano talk to Ryan Leaf about his story of overcoming addiction and the role faith has played in his life.
Email us with your questions, thoughts and guest ideas: jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Feb 3, 2025 • 42min
Ted Winsley - Philadelphia Eagles team chaplain on the 2024 season and faith in the midst of another Super Bowl run
Pastor Ted Winsley is in his 23rd season as the team chaplain for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Today on the podcast, Matt and Jason talk to Pastor Ted about the role of faith for both players and coaches inside the Eagles locker room. Pastor Ted highlights the legacy of Christian culture within the team and shares personal anecdotes about team Bible studies, and the significance of maintaining a strong spiritual foundation during high-pressure moments like the Super Bowl.
Sports Spectrum is presented this week by UNITUS. Learn more by checking out their website - WeAreUnitus.com. Use the code SS10 to save 10% off through February 9, 2025.
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum or have a guest idea for someone to talk to on the show, please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Jan 31, 2025 • 37min
Jameis Winston - Browns QB on gratitude, boldness, living unashamed and staying rooted in Christ
Jameis Winston is an NFL quarterback who played the 2024 season with the Cleveland Browns. He was originally selected No. 1 overall in the 2015 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and after five seasons with Tampa moved to New Orleans, where he spent the next four seasons with the Saints. In 2024, he signed a one-year deal with Cleveland.Today on the podcast, Matt and Jason preview Sports Spectrum’s Super Bowl coverage next week in New Orleans and then Jameis Winston (3:45) joins Matt and Jason to discuss his up-and-down 2024 season, playing in the snow, being bold in his faith, having a praying grandmother, raising his kids to love Jesus and the gratitude he has for playing in the NFL.Email us with your questions, thoughts and guest ideas: jason@sportsspectrum.com WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/ If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com

Jan 28, 2025 • 33min
AJ Griffin - Basketball player on his sudden retirement from NBA plus Matt shares what he learned at church on Sunday
Today on the podcast, Matt and Jason react to the Chiefs and Eagles once again facing off in Super Bowl LIX, the return of the running game in the NFL (:40), what we learned at church on Sunday (16:40) and then we're joined by AJ Griffin (26:27) to talk about his decision to walk away from the NBA and whether he would ever return to basketball.
GUEST: AJ Griffin is a former NBA basketball player. He played two seasons with the Atlanta Hawks after being selected in the 2022 NBA Draft out of Duke University. In September 2024, he announced he was stepping away from basketball to pursue his relationship with Jesus Christ.
Email us with your questions, thoughts and guest ideas: jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Jan 24, 2025 • 46min
Leonard "Big Cat" Williams - Seattle Seahawks Defensive Lineman on leaving a legacy, pro bowl snubs and scoring his first ever TD
Leonard Williams is a defensive lineman for the Seattle Seahawks. He was originally selected 6th overall by the New York Jets in the 2015 NFL Draft. He played with the Jets from 2015-2019 before moving to the Giants. He was with the Giants from 2019-2023 and was traded to the Seahawks in mid-2023. In December of 2024, he was named NFC Defensive Player of the Month and had 11 sacks and a pick-six on Aaron Rodgers for a touchdown. Today on the podcast, Matt and Leonard talk about being teammates with the Jets, what it means to have peace in football, Leonard scoring his first ever NFL touchdown in December 2024, leaving a legacy and how he grew in his Jesus walk. Email us with your questions, thoughts and guest ideas: jason@sportsspectrum.com WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/ If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comHave you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Jan 21, 2025 • 34min
Gavin Sheets - MLB player on Jesus in the highs and lows of a pro baseball career, plus Matt and Jason on "what we learned at church"
Today on the podcast, Matt Forte and Jason Romano talk through what Matt learned at church this past Sunday and we also preview the NFC and AFC conference championship games (9:20). And then we're joined by pro baseball player Gavin Sheets as he tells his awesome story of faith and baseball. (13:25)
Email us with your questions, thoughts and guest ideas: jason@sportsspectrum.com
WATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/@SportsSpectrumMagazine
Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15
https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine
Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.
https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/
If you would like to advertise with Sports Spectrum please email us - jason@sportsspectrum.com
Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?
Sports Spectrum's What's Up Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413d
Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game Podcast -
https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7