AFK w/ Kyle Long | NFL Star Turned Gaming Icon, Da Bears vs. The Lions Showdown, Brotherly Rivalry & Fortnite Dubs with His Wife

from AFK w/ Ninja

by Ninja, Kyle Long

Published: Tue Nov 07 2023

Show Notes

Lace it up, because we have a true sports icon in the house. Kyle Long, former Chicago Bears NFL player and a 3-time Pro Bowler, joins us to talk about his unconventional journey from a family of superstar athletes to the NFL. Kyle takes us on a journey from MLB to NFL, discussing the pressures, the love, and the competitive spirit in his athletic family. We also touch on the fierce rivalry between the Bears and the Lions. We explore Kyle’s passion for gaming, from his earliest retro gaming memories to his love for I-Racing. We touch on golfing escapades and the unique relationship he shares with his brother, Chris Long, through sports and their GREEN LIGHT podcast. Kyle also shares how fatherhood has impacted his life and how he juggles it with his various interests and commitments.

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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.

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Produced by SALT

Executive Producers: Nick Panama, Jamie Schefman, and Noah Gersh

Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge

Associate Producer: Andre Rojas

Sound Design & Edit: Aaron Kennedy