Power Athlete Radio Ep 846: Super Bowl 2026 Predictions w/ Will Fries
Feb 6, 2026
Will Fries, NFL offensive lineman for the Colts and Vikings, shares gritty insights from the trenches. He talks offensive line camaraderie, technique, and recovery. They discuss film study as a superpower, on-field communication, and how trenches and defensive pressure shape Super Bowl 2026 predictions.
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Offseason 'Campfire' Builds Line Cohesion
- Will Fries describes a post-practice 'campfire' routine where the offensive line bonds in reclining chairs.
- He says those outside-the-building moments strengthen unit cohesion and on-field performance.
Turning 30 Suddenly Feels Like 'Old'
- John Welbourn recounts feeling labeled 'old' when turning 30 and how teams treat 30-year-olds differently.
- Both guests note modern player care extends careers, but perceptions about age still strongly influence contracts.
Super Bowl Is A Player's Bittersweet Spectacle
- The Super Bowl experience is bittersweet for non-participating players who admire the spectacle but feel anxious about logistics.
- Will Fries says players mostly want to be playing, not attending as fans, because they know the competitive gap firsthand.