The Route with Russell
Welcome to ”The Route Podcast,” where the young athlete’s transitional journey from high school to collegiate sports is mapped out, celebrated, and supported. Hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player, Russell Davis, this podcast is a comprehensive guide for all young athletes, regardless of their sport. Navigating the world of high school sports while balancing academics can be daunting and ”The Route Podcast” offers a playbook through the murkiness. Drawing from Russell’s own unexpected challenges, we shine a light on the lesser-known pitfalls of the collegiate journey and how to navigate them. And we’re not just here to talk, but listen–this is a space where the community can come together for meaningful discussions. Whether you’re a young athlete deciphering the complexities of college recruitment, a parent seeking advice on supporting your child’s dreams, or a coach aiming to better mentor your team, we offer something for everyone. Embark on ”The Route” to collegiate success as we work to empower the next generation of athletes with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to thrive both on and off the field.
Episodes
USC WR Ja'Kobi Lane sits down with Russell to tell his stories of being recruited, picking a school, and playing with Caleb Williams at USC The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr.
This is a space where the community can come together for meaningful discussions. Whether you’re a young athlete deciphering the complexities of college recruitment, a parent seeking advice ...
This week we've got Karl Bender, cofounder of Mikey's League, an inclusive sports organization that challenges the limits placed on children with disabilities. Russ and Karl talk about the impact they've had on the world of sports, starting with its youngest players.
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This week we are joined by former Arizona Cardinal Wendell Bryant to chop it up about the difference between players of the NFL today and those of the past, the change in how players are scouted, and how they would stack up against each other in today’s NFL
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is a space where the community can come together for meaningful d...
This week we discuss what the pursuit of perfection means and what ultimately can be gained and lost along the way. With athletes, there are benefits in pushing yourself to be at the top, but what are the negative impacts in the hunt to be the best?
Russell and Anwar shine some light on some of the things people lose in the journey. Some of them might surprise you…
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This week we talk about turning the loss of a parent into inspiration with Ericka Lassiter, wife of former Arizona Cardinal Kwamie Lassiter.
Kwamie Lassiter passed away in 2019. Three of Kwamie and Ericka’s sons, Kwamie II, Darius and Kwinton, have played college football or in the NFL. Kwamie II plays for the Cincinnati Bengals, having played college football at his father's alma mater Kansas.
Ericka shares how their family endur...
This week we talk about the upcoming release of EA College Football 25 and how Deuce Davis is in the game.
How has the NIL impacted players’ inclusion and how much. did they get for being in the game? What does the future hold year over year now that an NCAA football game is back in production?
We get into that and much more!
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This week we’re joined by former NCAA free safety turned CEO Bill Gusmano to reflect on his years on the football field. Injuries can change the entire trajectory of an athlete’s career. Bill and Russell talk about young players’ demand for physical and emotional support when facing big injuries and how reality sinks in fast. Has the culture of supporting players changed? Are coaches more attentive to players when dealing with inj...
This week we chat about Deuce Davis’s decision to potentially start for the Washington Huskies and put his redshirting years behind him
When is the right time to go for it? As a player, should you make the most of your practice squad years or risk losing a year to get on the starting lineup?
Let’s get into it!
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is a space w...
This week we talk to hockey parent Colin Bottril to talk about the unexpected expenses of playing hockey and reveal his son’s journey leaving home at the young age of 14 to play hockey full time.
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is a space where the community can come together for meaningful discussions. Whether you’re a young athlete deciphering the compl...
This week we break down helicopter parenting and it’s impact on children and young athletes. Russ shares his own experience growing up under the ever-watching eyes of his overprotective mom and how her helicopter parenting nearly cost him his starting job on the Chicago Bears.
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is a space where the community can come togethe...
This week we talk with Nicole Powell on being married to MLB pitcher. Her husband Jeremy Powell spent 3 years playing for the major leagues before taking the family to Japan to play for an even more passionate baseball fanbase.
While she thought the family legacy was on the pitching mound, she was shocked to learn her sons were more interested in the gridiron.
Nicole spills on switching the family equipment from catching mitts to s...
This week Russell Davis and Anwar Newton talk about the new NFL rule changes like the hip drop tackle ban and the new kickoff rule.
Is the game being changed for the better or worse?
Does the NFL show the same amount of care for defensive players that they show for offensive players?
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is a space where the community can co...
This week we’re joined by Arizona Cardinal alumnus Michael Bankston to talk about his career journey from a small town in Texas to the big league.
Michael played 9 seasons in the NFL starting as a defensive tackle with the Cardinals and finishing his career with the Cincinnati Bengals (Who Dey!)
He and Russ have a great talk about growing up with tough moms, juggling school and football, and life after the league.
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This week Russell talks about his mother and her impact on how he is the father that he is today.
Russ looks back at his upbringing under a strict mom, navigating social media with his football star son, Deuce Davis (Washington Huskies), and remembers a house party that nearly got him in the worst trouble of his life!
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is...
This week we chat with Arizona Wildcat linebacker Dominic Hanger. With 156 total tackles, 5.0 sacks, and numerous hurries during his high school career, Dominic brings a wealth of talent to the Wildcats team We talk about the pressures of college, how to navigate being a redshirt freshman, and his goals to make an impact in life and on the field
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player ...
Russell Davis talks about his rookie year with the Chicago Bears and the impact it had on him mentally for the rest of his career
The Route with Russell podcast is hosted by Super Bowl champion and retired NFL player Russell Davis Sr. This is a space where the community can come together for meaningful discussions. Whether you’re a young athlete deciphering the complexities of college recruitment, a parent seeking advice on support...
This week, Russell's got some real talk lined up with Carlos Brooks, yep, the former NFL Defensive Back, and Paul Richardson Sr., the coach and host of The Kave Show. They're all in the same boat as sports dads, sharing their stories about raising kids in the game.
You've heard the chatter about money and loyalty, right? But let's get real here. Most of us don't have a clue what these families are really going through. It's not jus...
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