Encore: GBF- A New NFL Holiday (w/Kyle Long)

In this encore episode of Stugotz and Company, host Stugotz welcomes former NFL offensive lineman Kyle Long to discuss the NFL's newly introduced Thanksgiving Eve game, which the hosts debate could become a new holiday. The conversation dives into the absurdity and excitement of the expanded schedule, with mock polls on must-win games and standout matchups like Packers vs. Rams and Bears vs. Lions. The hosts also explore the cultural significance of football in American life, questioning whether the NFL is creating a new tradition. The second half focuses on Kyle Long's personal journey with mental health, his work with Johnson & Johnson on the Generation Fine movement, and his candid reflections on his NFL career, including a humorous story about sleeping through his first team meeting due to a dead outlet. Long shares insights on vulnerability, masculinity, and the importance of mental health conversations, while also comparing himself to his brother Chris Long in a playful game of 'Chris or Kyle.' The episode closes with a lighthearted golf invitation and heartfelt appreciation for Long's advocacy.