What’s a rookie year like in the NFL? In this first episode of New Around Here, Kate sits down with 2nd year Dallas Cowboy, Chauncey Golston, for a discussion about his first season in the League.
[00:17] How Kate and Chauncey met their freshman year at Iowa
[00:28] Chauncey is a Defensive Lineman for the Dallas Cowboys
[00:58] Kate learns the basics of football positions
[01:49] When did the NFL become a realistic goal?
[03:50] Early college playing experience
[04:30] Leadership role on the team senior year
[06:12] Draft prep and how it differed from other years due to COVID (no Combine)
[08:37] Chauncey walks us through being a third round draft pick
[12:14] Jerry Jones calls Chauncey to offer him a spot on the Cowboys
[16:52] What happens in the days following the draft?
[17:26] Adjusting to being a NFL rookie after being a team leader at Iowa
[19:22] Most memorable college and pro plays
[20:30] Rookie year touchdown
[22:14] Adjusting to life in Dallas
[22:55] Life adjustments: Financial literacy with a NFL salary and home ownership
[25:57] Chauncey’s thoughts on Name, Image and Likeness opportunities for college athletes
[27:48] How are his days structured differently as a pro?
[31:04] Final questions and advice
[34:30] Chauncey asks Kate about why she started the podcast
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