Detroit Lions' Brass Chris Spielman talks drafting star rookies, mental toughness, and big brother Rick

With the First Pick: An NFL Draft Podcast from CBS Sports

Ryan Wilson and Rick Spielman are joined by Chris Spielman former linebacker, broadcaster, current Special Assistant to President/CEO and Chairperson of the Detroit Lions... and Rick's little brother. They'll discuss the Lions' resurgence, the fine art of scouting...and wild "mental toughness" exercises.

Intro (0:00)

Offseason Schedule (4:42)

How Chris Got the Job (14:00)

Is Dan Campbell REALLY Like That? (20:12)

Chris' Hand Written Contract (25:03)

Do Fans Recognize You? (26:20)

Best Part of the Job (29:40)

The Secret to Targeting Great Players (33:50)

What Testing Actually Means (39:19)

Amon-Ra St. Brown (41:20)

Dealing With Increased Expectations (48:27)

Barry Sanders (51:42)

Chris Spielman the Linebacker (55:28)

The Art of Mental Toughness (1:02:25)

Chris' Draft (1:04:25)

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