Sam Acho

Jesus Follower | Father & Husband | Speaker | NFL Vet | Author | ESPN Analyst | Director of Human Capital @ AWM Capital

[Sam Acho @TheSamAcho]

@TheKurtHester calls his diagnosis an opportunity for rededication, digging deeper with God. Reconnecting with his church, and even deciding to get rebaptized as a marker for this new chapter.

🎧️ https://t.co/VQdKMRxBmr

[Sam Acho @TheSamAcho]

Thank you 🤘🏾🤘🏾

[John Bianco @UT_Bianco]

Had a great time celebrating with our first-ever Male @CollSportsComm Academic All-America Hall of Fame inductee, @TheSamAcho, alongside his incredible family. A truly deserving honor for a Longhorn Legend whose excellence, leadership and impact continue to inspire🤘🏻🏆 #HookEm

[Courtney Clawson @courtclawESPN]

One of the highlights of last night's @CollSportsComm Night of Honors was @sportsiren moderating a discussion with ESPN colleague @TheSamAcho as well as UCLA's @AmyAcuff and Augsburg's Dr. James Agre. Congratulations to all of the award winners!

[Clif Marshall @ClifMarshall]

In our latest podcast episode, @TheSamAcho and I talk with Gabe Cupps (@CuppsGabe) and he shares lessons learned from:

• Playing alongside Bronny James.
• Learning from LeBron James.
• Playing for his father Brook Cupps - the Head Coach at Centerville High School in Ohio, winning a state title and becoming Mr. basketball.
• Starting as a freshman in the Big Ten at Indiana University.
• Navigating the transfer portal era.
• Leading through faith and humility.

Listen to the full conversation ⬇️

https://t.co/d2p8l8crkw

[Tyrann Mathieu @Mathieu_Era]

Can I return back to college football?
I only played 2 seasons, should have 2 more eligibility years left….

Can you find me a judge in Louisiana who can see to it that Honey Badger gets to finish his last 2 years of college football?
Who’s going to say no ?????

[Sam Acho @TheSamAcho]

After playing at Indiana and Ohio State, Gabe chose a path many wouldn't understand.
He left comfort behind to pursue growth.
That decision required humility.
find out on https://t.co/I0shG7IGIl

[Andre Mintze @dremintze]

Just got off the phone with my boss. He said he’ll come to the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME😎 next Saturday!! @UFLDefenders

[ESPN @espn]

Andre Mintze took PTO from his day job and came out of retirement for the DC Defenders' playoff run 😅

[David Pollack @davidpollack47]

All to Him I owe.

[AWM | The Athlete Family Office @awmcapital]

Today we begin something we intend to sustain for a hundred years.

Success isn't measured in a single lifetime. It's the family that grows after yours ends.

Proposition 1: Success Defined.

Building 1Hundred Year Families.

1HYF · 1.1

[Sam Acho @TheSamAcho]

Gratitude changes perspective. 🙏

Today, we're sharing 3 things we're grateful for.

What are 3 things you're grateful for today?
Drop them below. 💛

#Gratitude #Thankful #PositiveVibes

[AWM | The Athlete Family Office @awmcapital]

Your protective reserve should be made up of short-term fixed income—assets you can count on when things get rough. This isn’t the pool to bet on or stretch for extra yield.

🎧 Tune into the latest AWM insights for more: https://t.co/j6O0Ni93ta

[Sam Acho @TheSamAcho]

Parents: pray for your kids constantly. Everywhere. The battle is real.

But Yahweh is Elohim of Elohim. Battle's already won.
steward what God gave you. Work like you're working for Him, not man.

[Benjamin Watson @BenjaminSWatson]

The football impact of Jaxson Dart’s decision to introduce POTUS depends on the health of the Giant’s organization culture. The locker room is like any other workplace. Employees have different religious and political affiliations. However, in the league there is an openness and willingness to engage with those who think differently. Success on the field is often the direct result of trust and transparency between the lines and beyond. Every team member has the right to believe what they want and support who they want and a responsibility to do so in a way that honors their convictions and respects the other members. Whether it was Trump or Biden a healthy culture is transparent enough to be unfazed by the outside noise and committed enough to address any concerns internally. - Harbaugh’s first culture test.

For those who didn’t want to read all that: Dart’s decision was his. Some teammates will question others will support but delivering the ball on time and converting 3rd down is more important. They know him, we don’t.

[Spencer Danielson @Coach_SD]

Happy Birthday Rosalie Rae ❤️
4 Years Old 😭
I thank Jesus everyday for you!
You are fearfully and wonderfully made, God has an amazing plan for your life!

#GirlDad

[Sports Spectrum @Sports_Spectrum]

"Through Jesus Christ, I've been made new. I no longer have the desire to serve the idol of football ... I just want to serve the Lord Jesus Christ."

Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson @TreVeyonH4 is our guest on the latest Sports Spectrum podcast with @MattForte22.

[Benjamin Watson @BenjaminSWatson]

I was en route to get a haircut this morning but decided to reschedule to a later time since I had to drive that way later today. I turned around, came back home, grabbed my school text book and sat down next to my daughter who was watching a tv series. Half watching and reading about project management I witnessed a scene where a same sex relationship between two young teenagers was introduced into the narrative. It was a non threatening, emotionally inviting scene that fostered sympathy, understanding and care as the two characters helped each other through grief.

I’ve fallen short in my parenting at times, especially in watching the shows or reading the literature that interest my children but I thank God for this divine appointment. Even when busyness overwhelms, I am the primary guardian of their hearts and minds. It takes time, intention and courage to engage and investigate, when it’s easier to acquiesce. Still, that is my responsibility.

As the show continued, I simply asked her what she thought about the scene. What followed was an honest conversation about sexuality, culture and God’s word. We talked about the dignity and value of every human, our need for forgiveness from sin, and how the world’s norms are separate from God’s prescription. We talked about what love is and what it requires of us. We talked about being keenly aware of the subtlety of sin and how its seemingly innocent introduction is not a coincidence.

Lastly, today was an opportunity to say out loud that no matter what she does, who she likes, or what she thinks we as her parents don’t love her because of perfect decisions but because of who she is. We are here for her forever and for always, even if her actions would warrant our disapproval. Similarly, while God desires us to live in accordance with his will, his love extends beyond our disobedience.

Parents, we must be aware of what our children are digesting. Changing the future starts with molding the minds of the young. There is a battle for the hearts of the youth and too many of us are oblivious. Take a moment to sit and watch with them. Ask them who they are talking to or what videos have grabbed their interest. Preview that series they can’t wait to watch.

I didn’t tell my daughter she could no longer watch that series. Sure, there are times when that decision would be prudent. But today it offered an opportunity for a lesson that will develop principles she will need to practice multiple times over the next several years. The balance between restriction and conscience is child specific. My hope is that her internal compass grew today. I was reminded that I cannot fall asleep at the switch. There’s too much at stake.

[Clif Marshall @ClifMarshall]

"Death is not an easy thing to meditate on, but the wise person will think about death often." ~Pastor Francis Chan

#EternalPerspective
#NoteToSelf
#DailyReminder

[AWM | The Athlete Family Office @awmcapital]

Just got drafted to Miami? New York? Arizona?

Here's the move: rent, don't buy.

Rent for a year. Learn the city. Figure out your game plan. Then make the call.

Your financial playbook starts with smart decisions off the field.

🎧️ https://t.co/I2SmN3gjoz

[Clif Marshall @ClifMarshall]

He missed every Friday night high school football game… and still made the NFL!

Davion Taylor’s path to the NFL is unlike any football story you’ve ever heard.

Raised in Mississippi as a commandment keeper, Davion could not play Friday night high school football because of his faith. With no traditional exposure, he fought for an opportunity at junior college, earning a roster spot after competing against more than 150 athletes.

That opportunity changed everything.

Davion went on to earn a scholarship to the University of Colorado, became All-Pac-12, ran a 4.39 second 40-yard dash for NFL scouts, and was eventually drafted in the 3rd round by the Philadelphia Eagles.

Tune in to the Sam Acho (@TheSamAcho) podcast to hear this incredible story for God’s glory ⬇️

https://t.co/fN4IJD42rM