Former NFL Quarterback and Dallas Cowboy Quincy CarterFormer NFL Quarterback and Dallas Cowboy Quincy Carter
The Payoff with Pete
Quincy Carter discusses his journey from NFL stardom to battling addiction and finding sobriety on 'The Payoff with Pete'.
1:11:16•30 Aug 2022
Quincy Carter: From NFL Glory to Sobriety Advocate
“But boy, if you can just look at that first step experience, man, listen, that thing is loud and clear to you.”
Ever wondered what it's like to reach the heights of NFL stardom, only to have addiction pull you down? Quincy Carter knows that story all too well. In this episode of 'The Payoff with Pete', host Pete Sousa chats with the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback about his tumultuous journey. Drafted by both the Chicago Cubs and the Dallas Cowboys, Quincy seemed destined for greatness.
But behind the scenes, he was grappling with addiction to drugs and alcohol, which eventually cost him his career and nearly his life. Now, Quincy uses his story to help others facing similar battles. He opens up about the pressures of professional sports, the dark days of his addiction, and the challenging but rewarding path to recovery. Quincy also shares how spirituality and faith have been pivotal in his sobriety journey.
His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you fall, there's always a way back up. Tune in to hear Quincy Carter's inspiring tale of redemption and hope.
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