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Imagine you're a young athlete with a dream. You choose Penn State over Ohio State, influenced by a pivotal relationship with Joe Paterno. You're also drafted by the California Angels, but your heart is in football. 

That's exactly what happened to this week's guest, O.J. McDuffie, and we delve deep into the waters of his unique journey to the NFL. We'll also be chatting about his peculiar fear of fishing, his passion for golf, and his participation in charitable tournaments.

We aren't just about heartwarming stories and sports, though. We're also about making a difference. Tune in as we explore the admirable work of the Catch 81 Foundation, spearheaded by OJ McDuffie. We'll be discussing how this organization is making a real difference in the lives of kids, single-parent homes, and teen moms in South Florida. And remember, according to OJ, whatever happens, always give 110%!

OJ McDuffie | Miami Dolphins WR 1993-2001 | “Dan Marino’s Favorite Receiver”

• First round draft pick - Draft Day Experience?
• Dolphins cruise - Takeaways? KARAOKE
• Coach Shula - Known for being a tough, hard nosed leader.
  • Stories about Coach being tough on Juice
  • Was being asked to have a chat with Coach Shula like being called into the Principal’s office in elementary school? - Intimidating
• Drafted to play Professional Baseball by California Angels in 1991
• “Dan Marino’s Favorite Receiver” - But didn’t get thrown the ball much the first few years on the team
• The Fish Tank with Seth Levit - Part of the official Miami Dolphins Podcast Network
  • Emmanual Ogbah - Providing football camps to kids in Africa. Players like EO provide opportunities for kids not exposed to NFL. 
  • Catch 81 Foundation
• My favorite quarterback of all-time is Dan Marino. You were responsible for his blindside. What was it like catching passes from Dan the Man?
• Duo - OJ MCDuffie & Irving Fryar
• Toughest game you’ve ever played in?
• Dolphins VS Chiefs - Wild Card Game Christmas Eve 1994
  • Marino VS Montana | Schottenheimer VS Shula | 
  • OJ = 2 kick returns for almost 60 yards, 1 rushing ATT = 19 yards, 2 REC = 25 yards
  • Joe Montana’s FINAL game
  • OJ hitting Derrick Thomas hard
• Any WR who had a lasting impact on helping you grow into your role?
• Made a career out of being clutch on making first downs - How much of that was bc of the chemistry with Dan and your timing together?
• What do you like to do in your free time these days, 20+ years after retiring from the NFL?
• Coaches: Joe Paterno, Don Shula, Jimmy Johnson, Dave Wannstedt - Best life lessons from these leaders?
• Toughest opponent you’ve ever faced?
• Best Dan Marino story? Best Bryian Cox (LB) story

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