The game changes, but the standard doesn’t.

What does it take to survive and thrive for over a decade in the NFL? In this episode of ESA: Unfiltered, we sit down with Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Bud Dupree. From his early days in Georgia starting at age six to dominating the SEC and becoming a first-round draft pick, Bud shares the unfiltered reality of life in the league.

Whether you’re an aspiring athlete, a sports parent, or a die-hard fan, Bud pulls back the curtain on the mental and physical disciplines required to maintain a high-level career in the world's most physical league.

In this episode, we break down:

The Long Game: How starting at age six and playing multiple sports built the foundation for an 11-season professional career.

Organizational Culture: The transition from the Steelers to the Chargers a ...