Retired NFL Player Levon Kirkland Discusses His Public Speaking, Leadership, & More
Retired NFL Player Levon Kirkland Discusses His Public Speaking, Leadership, & More
By: Adonis Armstrong
Levon Kirkland, a retired NFL linebacker, excelled at Clemson University, earning All-ACC and All-American honors. Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992, he played nine seasons there, followed by stints with the Seattle Seahawks and Philadelphia Eagles. Over his 11-year career, Kirkland achieved two Pro Bowl selections, two First-Team All-Pro honors, and a spot on the NFL's All-Decade Team for the 1990s. He's celebrated as one of the NFL's great linebackers.
Kirkland's impact extends beyond football. After retiring from the NFL, he excelled in coaching, holding roles with the Arizona Cardinals and Florida A&M University. He also worked at Clemson University and served as head coach at Shannon Forest High School. Kirkland's passion led him to assist the Arizona Cardinals.
Presently, Kirkland serves as the Vice President of Communication Outreach for the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame and remains engaged in several football-related initiatives. He also hosts two podcasts, namely "Bleav in Clemson Football" and "Beyond the Blitz with Levon Kirkland," through which he imparts his wisdom and insights about the game. Moreover, Kirkland initiated his motivational speaking platform in 2000 and remains a highly regarded and beloved speaker, particularly among young audiences. "People will meet their needs, and if we keep ignoring people close by, they will meet their needs through us," Levon mentioned on BoomBox Weekly.
Listen to the exclusive interview on this week’s episode hosted by Adonis Armstrong.
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