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A half million subscribers today...WOW, what can we say but Thank You for joining us on this journey! In appreciation of you all pivoting with us, We are doubling up today- giving you two great guests, in two different shows for a hour plus of entertaining content and conversations.
As our NFL Training Camp Tour continues, we made a special Pivot Stop in Latrobe, PA, the home of the Pittsburgh Steelers Training camp and as Ryan would say, the winning inspiration to our Pivot colors! While at St. Vincent's college campus, We spent time catching up with everyone's favorite Coach Mike Tomlin at practice and then sat down with not just one star but two- the Defensive Player of The Year, TJ Watt ANDDD Pro Bowl Running Back Najee Harris! Both conversations filled with football talk and off the field life conversations about the men they are today and the experiences that shaped them.
Entering his second year with the Steelers, Najee Harris is setting high expectations to exceed last season's numbers and terrorize opposing defenses. Najee told Ryan, Channing and Fred, "I want to be the one who keeps defensive coordinators up trying to figure out how to play against me."
Reminiscing about his draft party in a homeless shelter, Najee shares how he grew up in the Bay Area sharing how he will forever be indebted to how he was raised along with the loyalty and trust of those who help shaped him. Sharing some pointers and veteran advice, Fred opens up about some of the smaller things he can do as a running back that will have a big pay off in the end.
Ryan is very candid about how Najee is perceived around the league by both teams and the media which has caused him to double down on always being his authentic self no matter the circumstances. Channing and Najee bond over playing for Coach Nick Saban although both speak on two entirely different experiences.
Knowing the offense will be in a growth pattern with a new starting quarterback this year, TJ accepts the pressure for the defense to step up this year and help slow down some of the high powered offenses, especially in their rival AFC North. Growing up in a football family and following in the footsteps of his brother, future Hall of Famer JJ Watt, TJ talks about how living in the house with his two brothers helped mold him into the player he is today as well as the leader he strives to be on and off the field.
Channing Asks TJ if he thinks he has his brother in talent and success on the field and in an emotional response, TJ takes the time to remind us of how good his older brother really is and all that he's accomplished in his career.
Acknowledging that their team came up short last year and finished off with a record less than the standard of Pittsburgh Steelers football, Najee and TJ both share the sediment to get back to the post season and be Super Bowl contenders this season.
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I'm watching najee crying as a single mom who had to spend time in shelters with my son. We suffered we struggled I fought us out. My son found football and it saved him. Now I'm sick and can't work my son going to college and trying to make his way in sports management. Trying to be a young man like najee. I don't know what will happen to us now but I'm sending him this video to remind him to keep going. To stay positive and even in struggle give back. I've been a steeler fan all my life and guys like najee is why. Thank you Mr Harris 🙏
Keep believing Amy! Stay positive ❤️ Sending love your way
God bless you
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
God bless your family 🙏🏾
♥️♥️
Damn man. Freddie T took this episode personal! You can tell he want that young RB to win ‼️
Always
Yessir totally agree. This interview hit different for Fred T he genuinely wants Najee to be great
TJ Watt having dislocated knees as a TE in Wisconsin to being the defensive player of the year in the NFL is a wild pivot.
Big Pivot moment
Makes me wonder if a certain Georgia WR who had a torn ACL might see a similar upwards career trajectory...hmmmm
His brother JJ was a TE at Central Michigan then transferred to Wisconsin to be a Defensive End
Watts just down belong on offense lol DJ would probably thrive if he switched too
One of my favorite channels. can you guys do some eagles content . fly eagles fly
Fred Taylor gave so much knowledge to Najee
Fred Taylor was EFFING AWESOME! I loved watching the Florida teams from the late 80's through the Tim Tebow SUPERMAN era. FSU, The U, Gator nation. Bobby Bowden with Prime Time and Charlie Ward, Warrick Dunn, Boulware, number 9 Peter Warrick, T. Buckley, LeRoy Butler, Cromartie, Anquan Bolden, Lavernius Coles, Chris weinke. That's me just listing guys who popped off my screen when I watched from memory. The U with Warren Sapp, DJ Williams Edge James, Clinton Portis Andre Johnson, Ed Reed Ray Lew Lew, Ken Dorsey DEVIN HESTER, Frank Gore, J Shockey, Kellen Winslow, Benny Blades Brian Blades, Russell Maryland, Lamar Thomas Santana Moss. Again just looking in my memory and players names just pop in who I used to watch I for sure was team Florida vs Team America. Then the Gators aforementioned Fred Taylor of course. Spurrier was a genius and wouldn't hesitate to try to drop a 50 burger on anybody. It could be 65-3 end of third quarter, and Spurrier ain't gonna start running the ball every play to have mercy He's like 15 more passes, you don't like us scoring more TD's because we are already up 50 points? Well try and stop us. Got guys like Danny Wuerful throwing 5000 yards to Reche Caldwell type guys.
🗣🗣🗣 they gave straight 💎
Man…Najee Harris just seems like one of those dudes you just want to be around. Every guest on every single episode has been 💯 on a scale of 💯.
Except that transformer Bruce jenner
Bars Lit Vibes Savage You Feel Me ?
Najee is an Earth Angel!
Man I grew up in Antioch it’s a rough area
he literally said he like to be a loner and you want to disrupt that? 💀
Man, I remember how great Ryan Clark was. No one went over the middle without punishment. Dude had to be talked out of playing in Denver even though he might die. One of the best to ever do it.
I agree. It annoys me younger heads only know him as the ESPN guy who gets into arguments with SAS. Dude was awesome to watch in his prime. Same with Fred Taylor. Another one people forget how great he was.
Nigga you heard that story from mike Tomlin 🤣
Ryan was ok. He was far from great.
@@lososcotti926 FACTS ACTING LIKE THEY AINT JUST LEARN THAT SHIT HAHAHAHA!!!
For real! Dude was a BEAST!
I can tell how much Mr Taylor likes Najee Hariss game. He’s giving him great advice on how to navigate and deal with the pressure and the bs.
Najee likes to be alone and my guess would be that's how he protects himself and that's truly smart man I don't blame him at all I respect that so much
I agree he is very smart. We don’t know what the person is next to you. If you don’t cuss or drink and smoke have girls around all the time that’s cool. Don’t fall for the okey-doke.
Sounds like some of Najee's so-called friends probably tried hit on him and he wasn't with that BS
Most kids that grow up in harsh environment stay to themselves because it’s safer that way. Also if you’ve moved around a lot you don’t have time to make life long friends. So usually the new friends aren’t loyal. Of course I’m just speculating and I don’t kn shi. But I can definitely relate to his mindset.
I'm the same fuckin way so i got what he was saying instantly
@O-funkadelic I. Sanchez Same here bro and I grew up here in Pittsburgh on the east side very rough area, it’s mostly gentrified now but still there’s some hoods that are bad. I’ll be turning 31 this year, most of the people I grew up with are dead or in jail. I’m glad I never dove deep into the streets cause I probably wouldn’t be here today I’m truly blessed I always questioned things and never went with the crowd.
I met Najee a couple years ago when he was training down here in Texas before the draft. dude came into my work and I ended up taking care of him. He was shocked I recognized him and we kinda chopped it up a bit but I just have to get this off my heart. He is such an inspiration to me not bc of everything he's accomplished but just the type of man he is. We both been homeless and struggled most of our young life and I apprecciate How humble and honest he is and just a good example for young men.
Does it seem like I Am Athlete is now pivoting and tryna go on tour every episode like These guys been doing since the 1st episode 🤣😂🤣😂
Facts damn near copy and paste the whole swag
I was thinking the same thing. As big drako would say “That’s my bar! He copied my whole fucking flow! Word-for-word! Bar-for-bar!” It’s like they just doing everything the pivot is doing and can’t be original.
fsholy copied them lol they even started calling it "I am athlete on the go" lol
Lmao 🤣🤣🤣 facts 🤣
The rookie became the VET real quick. IAA trying to steal they style now 🤦🏿♂️ B should have listened to his day ones instead of thinking he the king of some shit. U get further together as these boys showing us
The biggest takeaway from this episode is perseverance, both these guys dealt with their fair share of adversity but they overcame... NEVER QUIT
Bro can't wait for the content this season 🙌
Steelers Nation💯💯💯
Well said
Love that we root for the same team man
Amen 🙌
I love how these OGs give these young players valuable advice
Brah Ryan looked like a happy kid just enjoying life at the beginning being back with the Steelers!
I’m from Pittsburgh, been a steeler fan for as long as I can remember and Najee is the first steeler jersey I ever bought (wish I woulda bought a Polamalu jersey). It’s more than his play for me. He’s jus a real dude and true to himself. How can you not respect him.
Really?
I know EXACTLY how Najee feels, with having such a big heart and caring about others, there are people that take advantage of you even the closest people to you. Regardless of how strong you are people will try to take your kindness for weakness
Dam yall really got my two favorite players on both sides of the ball in one interview 😭🐐
Same!
I swear y'all have the best guests every show y'all be killing it I love the pivot podcast everything is so real and Authentic I bet Channing will say something wild like always
It’s almost scary because The Pivot STILL ain’t even a year old yet
@@kwicksand12 facts
Channing the best boys
Fred gave him some very good advice. Just listen and use it in ways that will help you.
You can tell Fred really care for Najee and want Najee to be a all around GOAT
You can always tell when Fred T likes someone. He spends the whole show dropping jewels while Channing and RC let him give knowledge. Big Unc energy...
What a genuine person. Najee deserves all the good things in life, I just hope he can escape his trauma you can tell affects him, and realizes it’s possible to be authentic and happy. Give ‘em hell 22
CC said “I’m that drunk uncle” with a crazy look in his eyes😂 That my be my favorite line
I just tore my LCL and am bed ridden for a while. This episode literally switched my whole mood! Appreciate you gentlemen and god bless 🙏🏽
I just got my ACL surgery last week. Get well!
Get well bro
Prayers up and speedy recovery train your mind during this time
Speedy recovery and stay prayed up💯
Rest up & bless up bro you'll be back on your feet in no time. Peace & good fortune moving forward.
Wow....these interviews were a tear jerker...when y'all started talking about the why's, family, building a legacy and brotherhood among players no matter what race. Hatsoff to Najee and TJ🏆
Love this interview! Najee is as authentic as it comes. Side note: It’s going to get harder and harder for these sports podcasts to not bring in the same guests.
One a week is like 50 a year.
@Ellie5621 that NASCAR pod was a bag. Can't say no to a bag but did it appeal to your core crowd???? Nah.
@@caleb484 They brought in a different audience, but the football fans didnt watch it, so they broke even.
@@caleb484 actually comparing the views, they had 1 maybe 2 videos with nascar that broke 250k views. Damn near every football star or artist had 500k+. Wasnt worth going that route when it didnt boost anything.
lol how sway
The authentic and the realness of these episodes are unreal!! I honestly feel like I’m watching 3 uncles talking to their nephew about life. No other podcast can compare , not one .
I feel Najee man.. that paranoia of not knowing someone’s true intentions will have you like that.. based on real life experiences.
I understand growing up homeless had an effect on him but No this is a problem not on the football field but in life, he will need to open up
@@jameshecht3471 why
@@elijah8517 probably because there are genuine people out there that can be a great friend mentor and create opportunities for you. relationships enhance your life.
This podcast has become one of my favorites. Finally we get to hear a lot of these athletes perspectives on the game and life. I think Jalen Hurts should be on with his story on his pivot from Alabama to Oklahoma.
10/10. TJ and Naj two players that could’ve played in any era. Blessed to have em as PEOPLE AND THEN PLAYERS NEXT. Incredible interview. RC truly been PUTTING ON FOR STEELER NATION 🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛!
This young man has a old soul and I can relate to him. It’s hard to trust people these days.
“Thank God I was challenged Right when I came out the womb GotDammit”….. I felt that. Exceptional Brothers!
Don't ever feel bad for being articulate and speaking the way you speak. We as a people have to stop penalizing ourselves for not talking or acting a certain way.
Man Najee is so down to earth. Man I love his vibes and the way he is. Really a nice guy. I didn't know his story tho so, I'm kind of surprised.
Fred Always got the flava fitted caps on 😩🔥🔥🔥🔥
When Najee declared himself for the draft, he was the man that I wanted the Steelers to take in the 1st round. Not only because of his skill, but he seemed to be a humble and hardworking young-man. He’s proven how incredible of a human he is on and off the field everyday. Rock to the NAWJ!
Man i could feel some of the anxiety najee had... he really been through it. I hope he's able to heal and find good people that help him thrive and enjoy more of life. It's not good for man to be alone.
Hearing about Najee’s outlook on his relationship almost brought a tear to my eye man. It’s incredible that najee was able to become the kind hearted easy going man he is despite his circumstances but after watching this interview you can tell they still scarred him. It made him less willing to trust or rely on other people off the field. I hope he’s able to find people that he can have faith in and go out to experience things with. I like many others would love to be homies with you Najee. Don’t let shitty people discourage you from interacting with people and having fun
Y’all just on another level . Yalls competition is trying to keep up but no comparison. Keep doing yalls thing and 1M subs will be soon.
I know you meant competition and not compilation💯
@@louisfambro1319 haha. Good catch!
@@louisfambro1319 he did say competition
Love how t.j gave JJ his flowers. That man… was a freakin machine. The double and triple team to stop one man. Imagine dedicating 40-60% of your protection every play. To stop one man. T.j is on his way though. Brothers with all love and no hate. Priceless to hear.
Ryan was at a full chub being at steelers camp lmfao ☠️🤣😂
Heart goes out to Najee man..he's naturally a people person but his harsh up-bringing meant he developed a distrust for people and you can tell he's a good dude. Hope he works on that aspect not for any future prospects but just for himself.
Najee seems like he's learned to be himsef and did it fast. The maturity of Harris is amazing. I can only imagine what further growth can help him become in this life and in the NFL world. Excited to see him perfectly balance his thoughts and his words to play the media his way
Man I don’t know but listen to this show with Najee not forgetting where he comes from to being a leader and TJ’s quite humble dog demeanor and how his parents raise him make me so much better as a dad, business man and servant to world!
So proud of Fred Taylor. His interviewing skills have improved immensely. He comes off so much more comfortable and confident.
Steelers fan here this gonna be a great damn season !!!!!
Yezzire. Can’t remember the last time a preseason game had that feel, been 18 years since we had a QB competition let alone all three QBs scoring in a very convincing manner.
I absolutely love Najee and I love that he’s a Steeler. He’s just an incredible human being.
Damnit Najee. Now I have to draft him in my fantasy league 🤦🏻♂️. I freaking love this dude. He’s the most humble and sincere human being, man. Praying that he stays healthy and gets the bag for the entirety of his career 💰
Only show I've cared about growing subscribers in my life.
Najee just has something special about him man. You just want to see him win from his story and great attitude. You can tell he is as genuine as they come. How positive he is after such a rough upbringing makes it even more great.
Ryan’s interaction with the whole team at practice was everything for me
I love love love the way Fred provided wisdom! I appreciate that! I love seeing men speaking life and wisdom to one another.
Najee is Wise. Wisdom can give you so much
really?
He is quite and observant because of his up bringing. It was a survival tactic. Watching everything around you and keeping your head down
I love this show. The Pivot is the reason why I watch more KZhead than regular TV unless some games are on. What a beautiful show. Much Blessings to the whole Pivot family.
“Every body can podcast, but not anybody can pivot”…whoaaaaa say that again RC
What Najee said about Nick Saban’s coaching is exactly why he didn’t pan out as a coach in the NFL ,grown ass men were not going to let saban belittle them, with his authoritarian nonchalant “my way or the highway” attitude. It’s much easier to control college players who aren’t rich and still trying for a shot at the NFL. I completely respect Saban as a man, and think he’s a great guy , just throwing that out there
He’s gonna get a urban Meyer reality check
Shoutout Marshawn!! 🙏🙏🤞🤞 everything's ok with him and he can get back to being the Marshawn everyone knows and loves!!
Man Najee seems like one of the most down to earth people. Not a Steelers fan, but i truly hope he has a great career. We need more players like him
Man... This podcast just keeps putting out the heat. RC, Fred, and Channing have the absolute best chemistry of any trio host crew I've seen. Keep it up, fellas!
The best thing that I hope never changes. Is I love how real the conversations are, and the funny jabs at each other throughout lol. And just when things get real. Channing ask the dumb questions lol
At this point, we know Channing is going to ask that out of context personal life question that makes it weird. Like Unc…really?
“ I brought a stripper In our building to dance on Nick Saban for my rookie show” -Channing Crowder 🤣🤣🤣🤦🏿♂️ Did y’all hear this ? Lol
I LOVE how y’all let Najee talk and then gracefully gave him game (In regards to how to conduct himself with the media without losing his authentic self). As always, GREAT JOB fellas.
It amazing what y'all show and the show you left is doing...I've never in my life(49) heard so much insight and got so much FaceTime with NFL players...it's like they get to the league and become anonymous. Now we see them front and center. It's beautiful.
As a Steelers fan that was so fucking dope!!! The culture in Pittsburgh is second to none. Best pod yet
WOW 😳! WATCHING THIS EPISODE AGAIN AFTER JUST WATCHING IT 2 HOURS AGO. YES The PIVOT IS THAT GOOD 👍💯 💯💯💯💯 EXCELLENCE
Ryan, Channing and Fred are just really having a straight up man to man conversation with Najee. I love it!!
What a joy listening to Najee interact with the boys. Great content fellas as always.
3 secs in i just know Ryan Clark bout to be geeked up this interview 😂
"Were creating core memories so when were out on the field together u can look me in the eyes and know..... I got u!" That was dope and almost gave me goosebumps!
Yo, this is hype! Love my dude Najee.
This is the best interview of TJ I’ve seen. It’s really the first time I’ve seen his personality shine.
Fred Taylor is literally the chillest person on the planet lol
I really love the Pivot. Ryan is extremely insightful and a lot of the program isn’t even about football. It’s about life. Thanks guys. I really mean that.
As a Steelers fan since I was 6 in 03” , Thank y’all for gettin my dawgs on tha show ⚫️🟡⚫️🟡
We got two for one today!! 🅿️ivot don’t miss 🏆🏆🏆🏆
JJ Watt can’t and will never be forgotten too 10 defensive player, top 5 for me
Steelers are about to gain a few more fans bc of najee and what he represents a lot of ppl can relate to his living style and I couldn't be happier knowing I was living life like that at 1 time but I'm so happy we drafted him last season bc najee is a beast and he will not be stopped he will get where he wants in life and I just feel he's a perfect fit for Pittsburgh he is literally a blue collar human being
Najee..... I pray you can let go of the weight of those negative experiences in life that hold you back from uncertainty/worry. You're in a major position to control the narrative king, embrace it but give yourself grace daily. Sometimes it's good to just sit down and listen to hear and not to respond. You don't have always explain yourself. Your work speaks for itself. Let these guys fill your spirit and pass needed game moving forward. You were created a masterpiece in design, step into your power. Youre right on time! Blessings!
As a ravens fan. I hate that this show is so good it constantly makes me love players I shouldn’t 😂😂
Same!! We're not supposed to like the black n yellow
Hell yeah, I'm 443 alllll day. However my guy RC got me playin that Black and Yellow by Whiz over here ya feel me.👀👀🤦♂🤦♂ I've been a Najee fan since Bama. I pray he stays healthy and Ball out for years to come. Great episode 👌🏾👌🏾
@@ayanaresellerqueen1685 come on over to the dark side baby! The Black and Yellow welcomes you 😂
@@makebacunningham6795 WATT TIME IS IT??
Najee, watt and Tomlin in 2 weeks greatest show on youtube!!!! STEELER NATION!!!!
YALL WERE AT YOUR BEST WITH THIS ONE
The Pivot is 🔥🔥💯💯✌🏿a real podcast that is highly recommended to tune in to... Official content 🏆🏆
Fred T dropping 💎
Najee seems like a cool dude. Respect from a Niner fan from Harrisburg PA.
"I was challenged when I came out the womb" 😆 🤣 love love love that! Najee just dropped the beginning of a rap bar...unknowingly on purpose 😆
Every one of these young players that they have interviewed lately are intelligent, thoughtful and give flowers to others around them. It’s good to see this new generation coming in.
Just became a Najee fan. He's a vibe. Pivot bros, you're doing a great job, keep it up!
I don't know how you guys keep outgoing yourselves week after week! The guests and the topics alone! The Pivot has to be my favorite podcast ever at this point! Well done fellas!
Look like Ryan Clark was goin back to visit his high school, it was so much respect for him.. that’s how you know he was the man .& he’s so humble it’s crazy I’m 27 & look up to him Freddy T & Channing. .. they the definition of a real OG.’s Fellas 💪🏾💪🏾. This it 📍🔥
Love this show. You guys talk to some great players. Bay Area girl been watch Najee for a long time. He has really grown. He is a Leader.❤️❤️❤️
Channing is a National Treasure
Y’all should bring Manti Te’o on, watching the new Netflix docu series on him really shed some light on his story. He touched upon mental health briefly near the end, I thought of this podcast and how impactful it would be to have him and y’all just talk.
Man I hope they bring him on.
Loved this interview glad to hear their stories! I’m rooting for y’all to have an healthy season this year # SteelerNation
🗣️RavensNation ****
@@rico5527 didn’t we beat y’all twice last year ? Might b tripping 😂
@@jerseyking0812 if u count playing the 3rd strings as the team I guess
Been with y’all since day one, 500K subscribers and more to go! Congrats!
This is one of the few seasons in recent times where it has been really fun to watch how the Steelers grow as a team and that first pre-season game was the most watchable of those I can recall. The outcome wasn't decided until literally the last few seconds. We really have no idea how far they can go this year which is a bit unsettling but exciting at the same time. So many new faces and it truly is amazing the way guys as young as Najee and TJ have embraced their leadership roles. You guys gave them some great advice about not just football but life in general. Great show. My only regret is that I am spending way too much time watching everything I can about this team and they haven't even played in a real game yet.
My favorite Pivot Podcasts are with young people. You can tell Najee and TJ are picking up what they're putting down.
Ryan and Troy, the Ying and the Yang. Swagging U had stone hands but he sure could hit. I miss that legendary defense and Ben in his prime.
Hell yeah man I’m a huge Steelers fan Ryan Clark the real OG
Pivot podcast is legit. Live what y’all have done with it
Najee rockin the crocs ! Loved the interview with coach Tomlin and this one great also.
This is by far my favorite episode of the Pivot. I love the wisdom RC and Freddy T dropped on Najee! This was exceptional…. Channing is just pure comedy!!! Keep up the great work Fellas!!!!!
TJ is just Class Personified in his attitude and work ethic!!! Deserves all that is coming his way, sky is the limit for this young Bull!