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Vince Wilfork and Daniel Cormier, Plus Michelle Smallmon Hangs Out for Life Advice

February 5, 2026·1h 39m

Ryen is first joined by two-time Super Bowl champion Vince Wilfork to discuss his time with the Patriots, why he always knew Mike Vrabel would be a great head coach, and his case for why he’s actually the ultimate athlete. Then, UFC legend Daniel Cormier joins to talk about his journey into fighting, the chemistry between him, Rogan, and Anik, and turning down a scholarship to LSU. Finally, friend of the show and ESPN host Michelle Smallmon joins Kyle and Ceruti for a special four-wide edition of Life Advice. VINCE WILFORK (2:50) Remembering being drafted by the Patriots in 2004 (13:54) What he likes about the Patriots’ and Seahawks’ defenses (16:54) Always knew Vrabel would be a great head coach (21:07) Why Vince is the ultimate athlete DANIEL CORMIER (37:04) What it’s like to fight in the UFC (40:50) Starting in the UFC at 30 years old (44:09) Remembering some of his most intense fights (49:15) When he knew he was done (53:58) Chemistry with Rogan and Anik (57:58) Turning down an LSU football scholarship LIFE ADVICE with MICHELLE SMALLMON (1:01:08) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM?