Cory Proctor tells Bill Parcells stories, talks private Equity success & grunge band vibes

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🗓️ 2 July 2025

⏱️ 58 minutes

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In this episode of NFL Players: Second Acts, Peanut and Roman sit down with former offensive lineman Cory Proctor, who shares the unexpected turns his life has taken since leaving the field. Cory dives into his “Welcome to the NFL” moment and recalls battling Peanut in what would be his final NFL game. Cory also shares stories of playing for the legendary head coach Bill Parcells. He then opens up about the knee injury that ultimately ended his career. Later, Cory describes how he’s thriving in private equity, and how his networking mindset and social media have helped him find success in his second act. Plus, Cory shares his personal Mount Rushmore, and the candid moments that reveal who he is beyond the pads.

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