?I Could Have Done Things Differently?: 6x Pro Bowler Who Wants to Play With Aaron Rodgers, Details His $10 Million Investment That Went Rogue

It has been over a year since the trio of hosts, Brandon Marshall, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor, split from their popular Miami podcast, ‘I Am Athlete.‘ This departure caused a significant shift in the dynamics of the show, which had previously focused on candid discussions and unique perspectives on life and sports. Despite attracting a large audience, they struggled to generate substantial revenue. Additionally, certain factors arose among them, resulting in Crowder and Taylor parting ways with Marshall. After their split, Taylor and Crowder were the ones who came forward and spoke briefly about the reasons behind their separation in an interview.

Now, it is Brandon Marshall’s turn to explain the backstory of the incident. Marshall, a former offensive wide receiver, had a career spanning from 2006 to 2018, during which he played for seven different teams. Following his retirement, Marshall, along with co-owners Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor, launched a new podcast show amidst the coronavirus pandemic. They invested $10 million in the show.

What was the reason?

In a previous interview on ‘Bussin’ With The Boys‘, Crowder and Taylor shared their perspective on the split, attributing it to poor business arrangements. They mentioned that Brandon, as the one who initially invested in the show, began exerting majority control over it. Following discussions and meetings, they ultimately decided to part ways. After the split, Crowder and Taylor, along with NFL analyst Ryan Clark, launched a new podcast show called ‘The Pivot Podcast.’ They emphasized that while they remained friends, the buddy ideology seemed to have been disregarded during that particular matter.

In a recent interview with Tyreek Hill and Julius Collins, Marshall spoke in detail about the split for the first time. He shared the story of how the show began, starting from when he approached Crowder and Taylor during the peak of the quarantine. Marshall revealed that he had invested all his money into the venture but was unable to achieve significant financial success. He mentioned, “A season go by, and we didn?t sell a show. I had my guys showing up twice a month two hours apart, just creating content.”

Marshall revealed that he dedicated his weekdays, Monday through Friday, to working on the show. He emphasized that the split was divided equally among them, highlighting the importance of treating it as a business decision. Marshall acknowledged that they all had discussions together and ultimately parted ways with a handshake.

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Reflecting on his attitude during that moment, he admitted, “For me, that was another opportunity that where I could have done things differently?.in those heated tense moments, but kept my poise.” He continued, asserting, “I don?t play, no games. I?m too real, I?m too authentic.” Marshall emphasized that he had invested $10 million into his company, and his vision remained his priority. He questioned, “What do I need to take from that situation that?s going to help me in the future?”

Brandon Marshall intends to play with Aaron Rodgers

However, despite the passage of time, he recently expressed his interest in teaming up with the Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers. During Marshall’s time with the New York Jets in the 2015 season, he led the team with an impressive 14 touchdowns. With Rodgers potentially joining the Jets, Marshall has once again indicated his desire to play for the team. Marshall enthusiastically expressed his desire, saying, “Yes, I would love to play with Aaron Rodgers and the Jets. I am already ready.”

With his remarkable career in the NFL, Marshall has proven himself to be a highly accomplished player. Despite being approximately the same age as Rodgers, Marshall boasts an impressive record of six Pro Bowl selections. Furthermore, his 83 touchdown interceptions surpass those of notable Hall of Famers like James Lofton, Harold Carmichael, and Fred Biletnikoff. These accomplishments solidify Marshall’s standing as a prominent receiver in the league.

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Indeed, time will reveal whether Marshall’s wish to play with Aaron Rodgers and the Jets comes to fruition. However, regarding the ‘I Am Athlete’ podcast show, regardless of the versions presented by Crowder, Taylor, or Marshall, it is evident that there was a lack of coordination among the three hosts during that period. Additionally, their relationships seemed to have suffered, ultimately impacting the success of their show.