Glue Guys

Rex Ryan joins Glue Guys for a raw, hilarious, and honest conversation about leadership, toughness, and building winning teams.

From coaching Ray Lewis and transforming NFL defenses, to why he never lied to players, Rex breaks down what really separates great teams from average ones. He shares stories about his upbringing, coaching alongside his legendary father Buddy Ryan, and why confidence and culture matter more than schemes.

What does success actually mean in the NFL?

With head coach firings reaching historic levels, this episode of Glue Guys examines whether teams have lost perspective — and patience. When “Super Bowl or bust” becomes the only definition of success, even stable, winning organizations start to feel broken.

In this episode of Glue Guys, the conversation starts with a 25-year reunion and expands into something much bigger: how time speeds up, relationships drift, and moments quietly pass before we realize their weight. The guys reflect on teams, reunions, mentorship, parenting, and careers — and the shared belief that we’ll get to it someday.

2025 was a great year for the Glue Guys. We had the chance to sit down with some incredible guests and hear stories we’ll be thinking about for a long time.

In this special Year in Review episode, we look back on our favorite moments from the show — breaking down the conversations, lessons, and surprises that stood out most. From leadership and culture to competition and career-defining moments, this episode revisits what made each conversation stand out.

Philip Rivers is returning to the NFL at 44 years old — five years retired, coaching high school football, and firmly into the next chapter of his life. And yet, when the Colts called, he said yes.

This week, the guys unpack why this comeback is so much more complex — and meaningful — than it looks from the outside.

Alex offers a rare, insider perspective on Rivers as a competitor, leader, and processor of the game. Shane explores when a comeback reflects courage versus when it risks becoming a chase. Ravi zooms out to compare sports comebacks with leadership transitions in business — from Steve Jobs to Bob Iger — and what separates the inspiring ones from the ones that feel forced.