Raw Room

Daren Bates and Jalen Collins
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NFL Vets Daren Bates and Jalen Collins talk Sports, Culture and Current Events with Special Guests

  1. 3D AGO

    Deep Breath (ft Avery Williamson)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features former Titans, Jets, and Steelers linebacker Avery Williamson as he joins the squad in studio alongside celebrity fashion designer and Roommate Joe Garrett as Avery shares his journey from a small town to starting NFL linebacker and the challenges he faced getting noticed, becoming a star at Kentucky despite a lack of team success and SEC battle stories, adjusting to Wildcats coaching change when Mark Stoops was hired, Avery tells the squad about his NFL Draft preparation and Combine experience and getting selected by his home town team, Bates and Avery remember being teammates for an epic Titans season, Avery recalls his free agency process that led him to the New York Jets, the coaching blunder that led to his ACL injury and the struggles of bouncing back, finding his lane after football with Tennessee Crush Water Ice, the Big Back Hour returns for another edition, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 24m

  2. 5D AGO

    Paydaze (ft Former Ole Miss DT Jon Seaton)

    Today's special bonus Monday episode of the Raw Room features former Ole Miss defensive tackle Jon Seaton joining the squad in the new studio as he comes back to talk about Ole Miss' CFP run, he GETS REAL about Lane Kiffin''s messy departure to LSU , how the team reacted to Pete Golding being hired as head coach, King and Jalen think it's time to revoke Jon's Big Back card as Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more!  Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    1h 6m

  3. APR 22

    Baja Blue (ft Shawne Merriman)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features former Chargers All-Pro NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman as he joins the squad in the studio to discuss his journey to NFL stardom from PG County in Maryland as he shares stories of his stellar high school career and his recruiting process which led him to stay close to home, becoming a star at Maryland and a rare "welcome to college" moment, Shawne tells the squad about his NFL Draft process, trying to declare before being draft eligible, being part of one of the biggest draft day trades in NFL history, Shawne tells the guys about how his nickname and signature celebration came about and remembers some of the iconic teammates he had over the years and going from rivals to teammates with Philip Rivers, Shawne goes in depth about his post-career path and getting into bare knuckle boxing, MMA, and sports media, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 28m

  4. APR 15

    Don Mega (ft Broken Play Show: Navv Greene, Reggie Ball, & Jojo Alonso)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features a very special collab with the Broken Play Show hosts Navv Greene, Reggie Ball, and Jojo Alonso as they join the full squad in studio for hilarious vibes, Reggie discusses his story from Atlanta star to 4 year starter as Georgia Tech's quarterback, playing alongside Calvin Johnson, Navv gives an update on his comedy tour and the Broken Play's rapid growth, Jojo details her journey through the radio world and moving from different markets and media outlets, Reggie discusses time in the NFL and the obstacles he faced as an undersized quarterback, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 51m

  5. APR 8

    George Lynch (ft JaMarcus Russell)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features special guest, former #1 NFL Draft pick and LSU legend, Jamarcus Russell as he joins the squad in the studio to talk about his journey from Mobile, Alabama to the top pick in the NFL Draft as he discusses his record-setting high school career, being a highly sought after recruit and what ultimately led him to choosing LSU over in-state programs Auburn and Alabama, Jamarcus tells the guys about playing for Nick Saban and going through intense workouts, Jamarcus and King remember the epic Auburn vs LSU battles during their college days, Jamarcus shares his path and preparation leading up to the NFL Draft, Jamarcus tells the guys about going #1 overall and what it was like going to the Raiders organization and clears up some of the rumors that are out there about his time in Oakland, details the ups and downs and shares what was really going on inside the facility during his time with the team, the Big Back Hour returns for another editions, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 56m

  6. APR 1

    Green Ranger (ft Joshua Kalu)

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features special guest Joshua Kalu, NFL veteran defensive back, as he shares his journey from Houston as an undrafted free agent to the NFL, Coach Bates and Kalu remember funny stories from their time with the Titans together, Kalu tells the squad about playing for Bo Pelini at Nebraska and his controversial firing, finding a spot in the league despite being undrafted and cut initially, his iconic field goal block against the Chiefs, Kalu tells the guys about his busy post-football career and the mental health challenges that come with transitioning out of football, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    2h 30m

  7. MAR 25

    Big Dog OG

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the full squad in the BRAND NEW STUDIO as the guys break in the new home field as they talk some of the latest news in the college and NFL football world including the NCAA changing the punishment for targeting penalties, the College Football Hall of Fame's questionable criteria keeping some legendary names out, the guys talk Randy Moss dominating at Marshall, the squad keeps it real about the Flag Football vs NFL Players drama, JC tries to defend Toosii walking on at LSU while the rest of the guys aren't having it, the squad reacts to Cam Skattebo's comments on CTE and asthma, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    1h 40m

  8. MAR 18

    Frosted Lulu

    Today's episode of the Raw Room features the squad in studio to discuss the latest in NFL free agency news, the guys recap attending the official Tennessee Titans logo and jersey reveal party, the guys rehash the Maxx Crosby failed trade to Baltimore, the Ravens pivoting to Trey Hendrickson, Kyler Murray heading to Minnesota, the New York Jets reuniting with Geno Smith, Daniel Jones getting a mega extension, the guys preview the Raw Room March Madness Bracket Challenge, the Big Back Hour returns, the Raw Room Academy Highlight Tape Contest continues on, and much more! Use code RAWROOM10 at LGCYCARDS.COM to save 10% off your order! Follow @Raw__Room on Instagram, X, & TikTok to be eligible to win NFL game tickets, merch, and more exclusives! Follow Daren Bates: Instagram: @weslynn_son56 Twitter: @DB_5Trey Follow Jalen Collins: Instagram: @jaycar_32 Twitter: @JayCar_11 Follow Alex Sweet: Instagram: @mr.asweet Twitter: @ShokhtheWorld Follow King Dunlap: Instagram: @dynastyoline Twitter: @dynasty_oline Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-room/id1527075053 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5to2Z3lYDdGd1DqZfzVfy7?si=0Nklz_pBTAa7hHJjzSWQLw Produced & Edited by:  Feyzan Shareef IG/Twitter: @feyzanbeats feyzanbeats@gmail.com Social Media Manager/Cover Art: Matt Keaton: IG/Twitter: @FastNasty Photography, Production Assistant, and Fulfillment Operations Intern: Jon Maine: Twitter: @mainegretzky IG: @jaystate

    1h 51m
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NFL Vets Daren Bates and Jalen Collins talk Sports, Culture and Current Events with Special Guests

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  • Creator
    Daren Bates and Jalen Collins
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    318
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Raw Room
  • Show Website
    Raw Room

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