Episode 6: From National Champion to Flag Football Visionary – Albert Bentley’s Journey

In this episode of the Global Flag Football League Podcast, we sit down with former NFL running back, national champion, and owner of the South Florida Seahawks in the GFFL, Albert Bentley.

Albert takes us on a journey through his incredible career, from his early days at the University of Miami, where he scored the game-winning touchdown in the 1984 Orange Bowl to secure the Hurricanes’ first national title, to his time in both the USFL and NFL. He shares insights on his professional football career, including the differences between the USFL and NFL, what it was like to share the backfield with Eric Dickerson, and how the running back position has evolved over the years.

We also discuss his life after football and how he found his new passion in the Global Flag Football League. Albert explains why he’s excited about the potential of the league, his vision for the South Florida Seahawks, and how he’s helping to shape the future of flag football.

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Show Notes

[1:20] Reflecting on what originally drew Albert to football and how his journey led him to the University of Miami.

[3:45] The historic moment in the 1984 Orange Bowl and what was going through his mind when he scored the game-winning touchdown to secure Miami’s first national title.

[7:11] The experience of beginning a professional career in the USFL with the Michigan Panthers and how it helped prepare for the transition to the NFL.

[8:20] Highlighting the key differences between playing in the USFL and the NFL, both on and off the field.

[11:53] Splitting time in the backfield with Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson and the lessons learned from playing alongside him.

[13:13] How the NFL has evolved over the years, with a focus on changes at the running back position.

[17:00] Transitioning from the NFL and the challenges of finding a new path beyond football.

[22:07] The inspiration behind getting involved with the Global Flag Football League as an owner and the excitement surrounding its potential.

[25:15] Discussing the vision for owning the South Florida Seahawks in the GFFL and the goals for the team's future.

[26:34] How listeners and fans can connect and learn more about the South Florida Seahawks and the opportunities within the GFFL.