Welcome to About the Game! Hosted by former NFL stars Orlando Scandrick and TJ Houshmandzadeh, and Olympic medalist Lauren Sesselmann. ATG takes a deeper dive into the world of professional football and what it REALLY takes to be a professional athlete, agent and executive! The show is based on real experiences of the ins and outs of every step of the game behind the closed doors.
Taiwan Jones
Buffalo Bills Running Back Taiwan Jones joins the team on the season finale of About the Game to Cooper Kupp, Aaron Donald and the underestimated greatness of Josh Allen. TJ makes a case as to why Matthew Stafford isn't a Hall of Famer and everyone clowns Orlando for losing his phone in Mexico.
2/16/2022 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds
Marlon Humphrey
Football cornerback Marlon Humphrey joined the team to call out Bengal fans, discuss Antonio Brown's status, and his most humbling moments in the NFL. Marlon also shared his thoughts on Joe Burrow and the toughest receivers he's ever guarded.
2/9/2022 • 59 minutes, 32 seconds
Who would you rather have for the next 5 years: Burrow or Mahomes?!
The team talks another exciting week of football, with the Bengals and Rams coming up as their conference Champs. They also talk about choosing between Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow, and if Jimmy G is heading to the Raiders.
2/2/2022 • 45 minutes, 27 seconds
The most exciting weekend in football EVER?!
TJ Houshmandzadeh, Orlando Scandrick and Lauren Sesselmann discuss quite possibly one of the most exciting weekends in football with the Buccs/Rams game and Bills/Chiefs game. The team make their Super Bowl Predictions and talk Aaron Rodgers' future and "what if's" with Odell Beckham Jr.
1/26/2022 • 46 minutes, 25 seconds
Eagles Should Have Kept Carson Wentz!
The team discusses Playoffs and make a case for Carson Wentz, saying he should have stayed with the Eagles. TJ calls for everyone to STOP with the Tom Brady/Joe Burrow comparisons, and why they believe Cam Newton would be a better fit for the Patriots offense over Mac Jones.
1/19/2022 • 54 minutes, 30 seconds
TJ Houshmandzadeh Wants Brandon Staley GONE
TJ Houshmandzadeh calls for the firing of Chargers Coach Brandon Staley, while making bets on Bills and Patriots. Producer Darnell and TJ argue about Playoffs Week. Michael Strahan record being tied by TJ Watt, and discuss Top 5 Quarterbacks.
1/12/2022 • 59 minutes, 52 seconds
Steven Jackson
Former First Round pick and Linebacker Steven Jackson reacts to Antonio Brown incident, shares his top 5 Running Backs of all time, and explains how he feels about not being in the Hall of Fame. Orlando explains why he isn't a fan of Matthew Stafford and TJ shares which team he ALMOST joined.
1/5/2022 • 47 minutes, 29 seconds
LaVar Arrington
One of NFL's finest linebackers, LaVar Arrington breaks down the recent firing of Urban Meyer and the main differences between coaching in the NFL versus college. LaVar opens up about having a "kill list" on his own teammates and names Micah Parsons as the best defensive player in the NFL. He also comments on RGIII writing a tell all book and how he believes RGIII is using cancel culture to his benefit.
12/22/2021 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 15 seconds
Ryan Leaf
Former NFL Quarterback Ryan Leaf has one hell of a story to tell and he joins the crew to share a deeper look into the trials and tribulations he faced with addiction, prison, and almost taking his own life. Ryan explains how he would break into people's homes for pills, and what his experience in prison was like. WARNING: The crew discusses sensitive material such as suicide and addiction during this episode. If you or someone you know is dealing with suicidal thoughts, please contact the National Suicide Lifeline at 800-273-8255.
12/15/2021 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 57 seconds
Five-Star Quarterback Malachi Nelson
Los Alamitos's Five-Star Quarterback Malachi Nelson explains why he has just de-committed from Oklahoma, and committed to USC. Malachi says he is in fact, the best QB in his class even over Peyton and Eli Manning's nephew, Arch Manning. Malachi names his all-time top favorite QB's, and shares a special message and goal for all USC fans.
12/8/2021 • 51 minutes, 35 seconds
Gilbert Arenas
Former NBA Player Gilbert Arenas talks Vaccinations inside the NBA, Dame Lillard and James Harden comparisons, and the squad discusses the top 5 NBA players of the 2000's. Gilbert also explains why he withdrew from the 2006 Olympics and the team argues over the Jokic Brothers and Morris Twins.
12/1/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 4 seconds
Men: Don't be afraid to cry.
TJ Houshmandzadeh, Orlando Scandrick, and Lauren Sesselmann discuss regrets in the game, financial compensation differences for football and women's soccer players, as well as the importance of opening up about mental health.
11/24/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 36 seconds
Corey Dillon
NFL Vet and former Super Bowl Champion Corey Dillon gives his thoughts on Cam Newton and Odell Beckham Jr's latest moves, as well as talking about how he had to share JOCK STRAPS and more while playing in Cincinnati. The team also discusses regrets, Hall of Fame, and names off the Top 5 running backs of CD's era.
11/17/2021 • 1 hour, 7 seconds
Donald Penn
Former Offensive Tackle Donald Penn comments on the tragic Henry Ruggs III situation with the team. Donald also shares how he tried to retire as both a Raider and Bucc and what swayed him to eventually retire with the Raiders. Donald, Tj, and Orlando also get into it about who the greatest left tackles of the 2000's are, John Abraham's Bull Rush, DeMarcus Ware, and Donald's favorite pancake block of all time.
11/10/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 47 seconds
NFL Pro Bowler Dashon Goldson
Former NFL Pro Bowler Dashon Goldson with the 49ers and Tampa Bay Bucs who played in 2 Super Bowls and one of the hardest hitters the league has ever seen chops it up with the team and talks about being coached under some of the strictest coaches and rules of the game. Goldson talks Coach Harbaugh, playing with Colin Kaepernick back in the day, and petty (but hilarious) reasons practices were stopped.
11/3/2021 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 31 seconds
Performance Coach Jamal Liggin
The team sat down with high profile Performance Coach Jamal Liggin who has worked with Marshawn Lynch, Odell Beckham Jr. and About the Game’s very own Orlando Scandrick. Jamal explains why he believes football players have the most athletic bodies, how he went from multiple part time jobs to now running his own private gym decked out with LED lights and a Hookah Bar, while working out some of the best in the game.
10/27/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 56 seconds
Terrell Owens
Hall of Famer Terrell Owens gives the latest on his ongoing beef with Donovan McNabb, makes his pick between Ochocinco and Megatron, what he REALLY does on his Only Fans account, and if he will be making a return to the NFL!
10/20/2021 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 21 seconds
Clinton Portis
TJ, Orlando and Lauren chop it up with former Washington Football Team NFL Running Back and 2X Pro Bowler Clinton Portis as they dissect the greatest Athletes in NFL history, discuss Clinton's thoughts on Hall of Famers, and why he took shots of Hennessy in between games.
10/13/2021 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 52 seconds
Carson Palmer
Former NFL Quarterback Carson Palmer joins the team and shares what it was like playing aside TJ Houshmandzadeh and Chad Ochocinco, why he left Cincinnati, and debated over Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers
10/6/2021 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 45 seconds
ENTOURAGE CREATOR DOUG ELLIN
THE TEAM CHOPS IT UP WITH ENTOURAGE CREATOR DOUG ELLIN TO DISCUSS HOW NFL PLAYERS HAVE STARRED ON THE SHOW. DOUG SHARES WHO HE HAS BEEN STARSTRUCK BY AND WHY HE IS STILL CURRENTLY BEEFING WITH ELI MANNING.
9/29/2021 • 38 minutes, 32 seconds
Mike Vick
Mike Vick sits down with TJ, Orlando, and Lauren to break down the strongest arms in NFL history, comment on the Cam Newton situation, respond to Stephen A. Smith, and share how Mike once saved TJ and Chad Ochocinco.
9/22/2021 • 39 minutes, 43 seconds
NFL Agent David Mulugheta
Why are good agents so important? The team sits down with top NFL agent David Mulugheta who currently oversees over $1.6 BILLION in contracts! David shares why having a good relationship with your players is key to success and explains why he has no white players on his roster.
9/15/2021 • 46 minutes, 37 seconds
TJ Ward
Team dives into “About the Game” with college walk on turned 3x Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion.
9/8/2021 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 25 seconds
About the Team
TJ, Orlando, and Lauren take you on their personal journeys and things get little personal when TJ and Orlando’s Super Bowl predictions lead to a bet for Cartier bracelets.
9/8/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 21 seconds
About The Game - Trailer
Season One launches September 8th, 2021 and new episodes will be released every Wednesday.
