#54 - Ron Heller: The Eagles Lineman Who Won MVP

Former NFL offensive tackle and coach Ron Heller joins Tim and Troy Green for an honest, hard-hitting conversation about life on and off the field. From growing up in Farmingdale, Long Island with dreams of the NFL, to the lessons his parents instilled in him about hard work and accountability, Ron shares stories that shaped his career. He recounts wild recruiting tales, the integrity of Joe Paterno, and the dark legacy of Jerry Sandusky. Ron also dives deep into his time with the Eagles, the legendary toughness of Buddy Ryan’s teams, and his whirlwind trades across the NFL. In this candid episode, Ron reflects on being voted MVP by his Eagles teammates, the brutal reality of locker room fights, and why integrity matters more than talent. SPONSORS: ElevenLabs: Thanks to ElevenLabs (https://elevenlabs.io) for supporting this episode and powering Tim’s voice. ALS Investment Fund: Thanks to ALS Investment Fund (https://www.alsinvestmentfund.com) for supporting this episode. SOCIAL: Website: https://tgnlu.com   Twitter: https://twitter.com/nlutimgreen   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NLUpod  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlupod/  AUDIO ONLY: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fhcANt7CSnYvgBlgxpVVa  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nothing-left-unsaid/id1734094890   PERSONAL:  Tackle ALS: https://www.tackleals.com   Tim Green Books: https://authortimgreen.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices