David Pollack on Losing the NFL, Leaving ESPN and Trusting God Through It All

After a devastating injury ended his NFL career, David Pollack found his life taking an unexpected turn.

Published Apr 17, 2026

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College Football Hall of Famer and former NFL player David Pollack opens up with Crosswalk Talk's Michael Foust about the hit that ended his career – and how it changed everything. He shares how a broken neck, being fired from ESPN and his wife’s health struggles reshaped his faith and perspective on life. Pollack discusses his new book Every Day Counts and the mindset that helped him navigate adversity, including his “50-40-10 rule.” He also reflects on the moment someone first invited him to church and how that simple act helped lead him to Christ. Plus, Pollack explains why he believes we’re seeing more athletes boldly share their faith today.

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Originally published April 17, 2026.

Michael Foust has covered the intersection of faith and news for 20 years. His stories have appeared in Baptist Press, Christianity Today, The Christian Post, the Leaf-Chronicle, the Toronto Star and the Knoxville News-Sentinel.

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