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Former Falcons star Tim Green refuses to let ALS silence him as father-son podcast creates lasting legacy
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Former NFL first-round pick Tim Green has one of the most impressive resumes someone can have.
Green, 61, played eight seasons with the Atlanta Falcons, was a broadcaster for “NFL on Fox,” has written nearly 40 books and became a New York Times best-selling author, and is also an attorney.
Green announced he was diagnosed with ALS in 2018, but his diagnosis has not stopped him from continuing to add to his lengthy resume.
Tim Green, center, Troy Green, left, and Ty Green. (Courtesy of the Green family)
Green and his son Troy began a podcast called “Nothing Left Unsaid.” Green lost his ability to speak due to ALS, but speaks using eye-tracking and his AI-generated voice.
Tim and Troy spoke to Fox News Digital about the podcast, which Tim said is “one of the most meaningful things I’ve ever done.”
“Through each conversation we are not only raising awareness about ALS and the journey we’re on, but we’re also creating memories,” Tim said.
“Strengthening our bond and showing others what love, resilience, and humor can look like in the face of adversity. Troy brings his own voice, perspective, and energy to the podcast. Doing this together reminds me that even in the hardest moments there is joy, connection, and purpose.”
However, Green initially felt the world did not need another podcast and was reluctant to start it.
“The inspiration for starting the podcast came from Troy. I was reluctant at first. I thought the world didn’t need another podcast, but Troy kept badgering me to do it. Finally I agreed to do it on the condition that I could honor my Christian faith in every episode and use the platform to raise money and awareness for ALS,” Green said.
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Tim Green looks on through the lens of an iPhone camera. (Courtesy of the Green family)
“Doing the podcast with my son Troy gave it more meaning, it became a way for us to share honest conversations, laugh together, and talk about life, football, ALS and everything in between. We wanted to create a space that was real, hopeful, and maybe even a little inspiring for others. At the heart of it, the podcast is about staying engaged, staying curious, and reminding ourselves and others to leave nothing left unsaid.”
Troy, one of Green’s five kids, said the podcast has given him an opportunity to hear stories about his dad that he had not heard before.
“It’s awesome. It’s fun, I say to people, my dad’s one of the most humble people. If I achieved half of what he did everyone would know about it, but I never hear any of the stories. “Like I never hear about when he used to play or all the good football stories and war stories. I’ve heard of him battling back from injuries or sacking John Elway or whatever it might be, I always hear it from other people,” Troy said.
“It’s really fun for me because I learn, we have some awesome guests on that we get to hear their stories and learn a lot about, but I also get to hear a lot of stuff, people talking about my dad,” Troy said.
Troy recalled one tale he found about his father that Dallas Cowboys great Troy Aikman told on the podcast.
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Defensive end Tim Green, #76 of the Atlanta Falcons, looks on as he stands on the sidelines during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park on Sept. 19, 1993 in San Francisco. (George Rose/Getty Images)
“At the end of the episode, we thought we were wrapping up and Troy Aikman is like, ‘You know what, Tim, if it’s alright I have something I want to say’ we’re like, ‘Yeah, sure, what’s going on?’” Troy said.
“It was (Aikman’s) last home game, he was getting booed by the home crowd, and on the first play the receiver was supposed to run a slant and ran an out, so he threw the ball, and it looked like a terrible pass. But really it was a miscommunication on their side. The point of the story is, the crowd started booing him and my dad, who didn’t know Troy Aikman at that time, they played against each other but then after my dad retired and started announcing games, my dad stuck up for Troy Aikman. Basically, saying the fans should appreciate what they have, he’s an All-Pro and won the Super Bowls and shouldn’t be treating him this way.”
“That’s something that I never knew and never heard of. My dad’s never talked about it. Frankly, I don’t know if my dad remembered it, but this many years later, however many years it’s been, 20–30 years later, and it still stuck with Troy Aikman enough for him to bring it up. It’s really cool to hear stories like that.”
Tim said his approach to podcasting has been shaped by his experience as both a writer and broadcaster and those roles have been “incredibly valuable.”
“As a writer I learned how to craft stories that connect with people. How to find the emotional core, the human truth that resonates, that skill helps me bring depth and intention to each episode. Making sure we aren’t just talking but really telling a story that matters. Broadcasting taught me how to communicate clearly, how to listen actively, and how to engage an audience in real time,” Tim said.
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Author Tim Green attends the 17th Annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books – Day 2 at USC on April 22, 2012 in Los Angeles. (David Livingston/Getty Images)
“Those are essential in podcasting, especially when you are having honest unscripted conversations and creating space for meaningful dialogue. Ultimately, both writing and broadcasting gave me the tools to connect. Podcast allows me to use those tools in a deeply personal way, especially when I’m sharing with mic with my son or speaking about ALS and my faith. It’s storytelling with heart, and that’s where I feel most at home.”
After Tim was diagnosed with ALS, he launched TackleALS, a campaign dedicated to raising funds for ALS research in Massachusetts. The campaign has raised over $10 million since its inception.
“Raising over 10 million dollars for ALS research at Mass General has been incredibly humbling. Every dollar represents a step closer to answers for treatments, and ultimately to a cure. It’s more than just a campaign; it’s a mission fueled by urgency, hope and the unwavering belief that together we can change the future for people living with ALS,” Tim said.
“When I was diagnosed, I knew I wanted to turn that moment into action. TackleALS gave me a purpose beyond the diagnosis. It became a way to channel my energy into something meaningful, to fight not just for myself but everyone facing this disease.
“TackleALS has connected me to a community of people that includes researchers, supporters, families and patients who refuse to give up. It’s a reminder that we are not alone in this fight and that together we are making real progress.”
Tim is not the only former NFL player who has been diagnosed with ALS. Former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS in 2011.
Tim credits Gleason’s “warrior spirit” for inspiring him in his own battle with the disease.
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Defensive back Tim Green of the Atlanta Falcons, #99, goes up against offensive tackle Jackie Slater of the Los Angeles Rams, #78, during a game at Fulton County Stadium in Atlanta on Sept. 10, 1989. (Getty Images)
“Steve and his team have been amazing, his warrior spirit lifts me up and inspires me. Like so many others living with ALS, I often think, ‘If Steve can do it, why can’t I?’ He’s become more than just an inspiration, he’s become a trusted friend,” Tim said.
“The work being done by the Gleason foundation is truly remarkable, providing assistive technology, essential equipment, and support services that empower people living with ALS to live with greater independence and dignity.”
For all the incredible accomplishments Tim has achieved in his life, the thing that he is most proud of is his family.
“I know it sounds like a cliché, but the thing that I am proudest of is my family. Anyone who knows me well will tell you this, my wife and I have been married for over 36 years. All our kids are special, I mean really special,” Tim said.
“Our oldest son, Thane, has two Master’s degrees and is a psychologist for kids. He lives down the street and has a wife and three kids. Our oldest daughter is a doctor of veterinary medicine, and she lives across the country road on a farm with her husband and three kids. Troy is our middle child and lives right next door with his wife and four kids. Troy is a lawyer and entrepreneur.”
“Our youngest daughter, Tate, graduated from Harvard, went to work for the NFL, got married and has a new baby. Our youngest son, Ty, is a senior in high school, and he is committed to play lacrosse at Hamilton College, about 75 minutes away. The rest (of my accomplishments), compared to my family, are just bawbles.”
Former Syracuse Orange player Tim Green, surrounded by his family, watches as his son delivers a message during a halftime ceremony to retire his number 72 jersey at the Carrier Dome on Sept. 14, 2019 in Syracuse, New York. (Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports)
Tim can also add that he has been an outstanding role model to his kids.
“How lucky I am to be born into a situation where you have a role model like that?” Troy said.
“Obviously, my parents have (been) so much more than just a role model in terms of love and care and support. But, I mean how lucky am I to wake up in a house with your superhero.”
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Eli Manning fires back amid debate comparing ex-Giants star to Falcons great Matt Ryan
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Eli Manning retired in 2019 and missed out in his first year of Hall of Fame eligibility in 2025. He was passed over again earlier this year but still fired back at a fan who claimed one of his contemporaries was the better quarterback.
On Tuesday, a social media user floated a theory about former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Ryan, who now oversees football operations as the team’s president, last played in an NFL game in 2022. He announced his retirement in 2024, making him eligible for Hall of Fame consideration beginning in 2028.
“Matt Ryan was a better QB than Eli Manning… people just worship rings. Agree or nah,” the post read.
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New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning greets Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan after their game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, on Oct. 22, 2018. (Jason Getz/USA TODAY Sports)
Manning caught wind of the suggestion and weighed in, pointing to the two Super Bowl-winning teams he was part of during his standout run with the New York Giants.
“I will ponder this while I play with my rings…,” Manning wrote in a quote-tweet.
Ryan’s statistical production surpasses Manning’s, at least on paper. He was named NFL MVP in 2016, an honor Manning never earned. Ryan is also the most accomplished player in Falcons history and finished his career with more than 62,000 regular-season passing yards, compared with Manning’s 57,023.
NFC head coach Eli Manning leads a huddle during a practice session before the NFL Pro Bowl at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev., on Feb. 4, 2023. (Michael Owens/Getty Images)
Both quarterbacks were selected to four Pro Bowls, but the key difference lies in championships. Manning won the Super Bowl in 2007 and 2011, while Ryan reached it once but fell short. Manning threw for a single season career-best 4,933 during the run leading up to the second Super Bowl title.
Ryan threw for 284 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions to help the Falcons build a 25-point lead in the championship game — a matchup remembered for the New England Patriots engineering the largest comeback in Super Bowl history.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan passes the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Jan. 2, 2022. (Rich Barnes/USA TODAY Sports)
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The Falcons have reached the Super Bowl twice in franchise history, first in 1998, but the team is still chasing its first elusive championship.
The Giants marked their 100th season in 2024, winning four Super Bowls over the franchise’s century-long history.
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Rams coach Sean McVay says Puka Nacua is ‘doing really well’ after rehab stint
Star receiver Puka Nacua will fully participate in voluntary offseason workouts, the Rams are getting closer to another contract adjustment with quarterback Matthew Stafford, and coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead hope backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo decides to put off retirement and return for a third season and possible Super Bowl run.
McVay and Snead addressed those topics and the NFL draft on Tuesday during a videoconference with reporters.
Nacua led the NFL in receptions last season but also was involved in a string of off-the-field incidents the last few months, including an alleged biting incident that led to a civil lawsuit. Those situations put the brakes on any immediate discussion between the Rams and Nacua about a massive extension for the fourth-year pro.
In March, Nacua began a rehabilitation program in Malibu, but he was present for the first day of workouts on Monday.
Nacua, 24, “looks great” and is “doing really well,” McVay said. McVay declined to detail discussions he’s had with the All-Pro, who was a finalist for NFL offensive player of the year.
“He and I have a great relationship,” McVay said. “Feel really good about kind of the direction we’re going.”
Stafford, 38, led the Rams to the NFC championship game last season and is the reigning NFL most valuable player. According to overthecap.com, he is due to carry a salary-cap number of $48.3 million this season.
But Stafford has no doubt demanded, and will receive, a raise and a possible additional year in a deal that the Rams acknowledged two years ago is essentially a year-to-year situation.
“Progress has been made,” Snead said of negotiations.
There is no timeline, Snead said, “but don’t expect any drama, per se.”
Garoppolo, 34, has backed up Stafford for two seasons, and he has been invaluable.
Last year, with Stafford sidelined for training camp because of a back issue, Garoppolo ran the offense and prepped the defense with a skillset honed during a 12-year career that included a Super Bowl appearance. Stafford joined workouts before the season and remained healthy throughout, but Garoppolo was perhaps the most valuable insurance policy in the NFL.
Last season, Garoppolo played on a one-year contract and earned $4.5 million, according to overthecap.com.
McVay expressed confidence in fourth-year pro Stetson Bennett, but said he was hopeful that “when the time is right,” Garoppolo will “change his mind,” and return.
“You leave the door open,” McVay said when asked if there was a point that Rams would press Garoppolo to return. “I don’t think you want to press. What you don’t want to do is ever force a guy to play if in his mind he’s ready to move on.
“But you don’t want to minimize that, ‘Hey, if you do decide you want to play, let’s make sure it’s here with us.”
The Rams have the 13th pick in the NFL draft, which begins Thursday in Pittsburgh. They have one pick in the second and third rounds, one in the sixth round and three in the seventh.
Receiver, offensive line and edge rusher are among the positions the Rams could address with their first top-15 pick since they selected quarterback Jared Goff with the No. 1 pick in 2016.
“There’s a lot of possibilities,” McVay said. “We don’t control what happens in those 12 picks before, and so what we’ve done is a lot of contingency planning and a lot of conversations, and feel really good about that.”
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PGA Tour signals new era with axing of Hawaii events from schedule
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The PGA Tour has announced that it will not be hosting an event in Hawaii during the 2027 season, ending a 56-year run of holding a tournament in The Aloha State. The change comes as the Tour and CEO Brian Rolapp have consistently teased a revamped schedule beginning next year.
The Tour was forced to cancel The Sentry at the start of the 2026 campaign due to the dying grass on the Plantation Course at Kapalua amid a local dispute with the company responsible for delivering water to the area.
An aerial view of the golf course from over the ocean prior to The Sentry at The Plantation Course at Kapalua on December 31, 2023 in Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR) (Ben Jared/PGA TOUR)
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With The Sentry being canceled, the Sony Open at Waialae Country on Oahu served as the Tour’s season opener in ‘26, which was won by Chris Gotterup. The event was in the final year of its sponsorship, although the Tour has shared that it is working toward making the event the opening event on the PGA Tour Champions circuit.
Chris Gotterup of the United States celebrates with the trophy on the 18th green after his winning round of the Sony Open in Hawaii 2026 at Waialae Country Club on January 18, 2026 in Honolulu, Hawaii. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images) (Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)
The Tour’s removal of The Sentry and the Sony Open wipes out what has now turned into a traditional two-week stretch on the island to begin a new season.
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The PGA Tour did not share further details about the 2027 schedule upon its announcement about leaving Hawaii, but with Sentry reportedly being an event title-sponsor through 2035, it will need to find a new landing spot on the calendar. The logical stop would be Torrey Pines in San Diego, which checks the West Coast and great weather boxes, but the venue is also looking for a new sponsor, as its deal with Farmers Insurance ended in 2026.
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View of the 18th hole is seen during the final round of The Sentry at The Plantation Course at Kapalua on January 5, 2025 in Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images) (Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
The Tour’s decision not to begin next season in Hawaii makes sense, as there are plenty of venues in the lower 48 states that are much easier to operate from, but the departure will have a tremendous financial impact on the state.
The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports that The Sentry is estimated to have a $50 million annual impact on the community, while the Sony Open directly generates an estimated $100 million in revenue per year, plus another $1 million per year to Friends of Hawaii charities.
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