Jed Collins is a former NFL fullback turned financial educator, entrepreneur, and speaker on resilience and peak performance. After playing in the NFL he transitioned into wealth management and founded Rookie to Veteran, a platform dedicated to helping athletes and professionals build sustainable financial futures. Drawing from both elite sports and business, Jed brings a powerful perspective on discipline, adaptability, and mental toughness.
:35 From Undrafted to Pro Bowl: The Path No One Sees
1:11 Growing Up Where Football Is the Standard
3:45 The Moment Football Became More Than a Game
7:18 Getting Cut: The Reality of Chasing the NFL
11:02 Surviving 10 Rosters Without Losing Belief
15:36 The Mental Toughness of Constant Uncertainty
20:14 Why Talent Isn’t Enough at the Next Level
25:07 The Identity Shift After Football Ends
30:22 Financial Discipline Athletes Wish They Learned Earlier
36:40 Turning Pain Into Purpose After the Game : 4th & Goal
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