Episode notes
In this episode of the Brightn Podcast, host Jeff Johnston sits down with standout Iowa tight end and future NFL player Luke Lachey for a candid conversation about resilience, identity, and mental wellness both on and off the field. From carrying the legacy of an NFL father to overcoming a season-ending injury, Luke shares how adversity has shaped his perspective and how positive self-talk has become one of his greatest tools.
Together, they explore:
- Growing up with the shadow—and strength—of an NFL legacy
- The culture of Iowa football and leading by example
- How injuries taught him patience, perspective, and purpose
- The role of support systems: from teammates to teachers to family
- The power of mental conditioning and becoming a teammate to yourself
- Navigating identi ...