On this episode of Blindsided we welcome Nate Boyer. Nate is a former long snapper for the University of Texas Longhorns, but he’s unlike any other football player you’ve ever met.

Nate volunteered as a relief worker in Sudan, then enlisted in the U.S. Army. He served in both Iraq and Afghanistan as a Green Beret. And that’s all before he started playing football.

People celebrate him, but he’s always felt undeserving of the accolades. While people saw a hero, he saw a man with wounds. It’s taken him time to heal. And during that period, Nate learned that people should be proud of their scars. Both those seen and unseen.

About Our Hosts:

Former National Hockey League goaltender Corey Hirsch and psychiatrist Dr. Diane McIntosh team up on Blindsided to allow professional athletes to open up about mental health. The podcast lets listeners hear moments when mental health became the athlete’s most important focus.

*This episode contains content and topics that may be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. There are many support services that are here to help. Most importantly, if one approach doesn’t work, try another. The first might not always be the best fit for you. Resources can be found at: National Alliance on Mental Health – https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Veterans-Active-Duty and 1-800-950-6264

For more information about Nate Boyer’s foundation, Merging Vets and Players, visit https://vetsandplayers.org/