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Trading Options 101 with NFL Linebacker Turned Wall Street MVP Pete Najarian

Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

Money News Network

March 11, 2026

Show Notes

Pete Najarian is an NFL linebacker turned successful options trader and today he joins Money Rehab to break down exactly what's happening in the markets right now, where the big opportunities are hiding, and how to read the signals that the pros don't talk about on TV.

Then Pete walks Nicole through a complete options crash course: calls vs. puts, covered calls, naked positions, spreads, and how Warren Buffett secretly uses options to build his biggest positions. He even pulls up Nicole's actual options account live and breaks down what he sees.

Then the conversation gets deeper. Pete opens up about losing his dream home, whether he’d run for governor of Minnesota, and the surprisingly simple investing philosophy that's driven all of his success.

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Here's what Nicole covers with Pete:

Are You Ready for Some Money Rehab?

Nicole and Pete's History on the Chicago Trading Floor

Wolf of Wall Street Era

Where Pete Is Bullish Right Now

How to Read Unusual Options Activity (UOA)

Options 101: Calls, Puts, and Plain English Explanations

How to Use Options as Portfolio Insurance

How Warren Buffett Actually Uses Options

Creating Your Own Dividend Stream with Covered Calls

Pete Reviews Nicole's Options Account

Insider Trading and Options

Are Options Just Gambling?

Pete's Rules for Protecting Yourself

Secure the Bag

Pete on Politics and the Future of Investing in Sports

Pete Najarian's Tip You Can Take Straight to the Bank

All investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Options trading involves additional risks and is not suitable for all investors. This episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions.

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