In this conversation, Stacey Lynn and Michaela Bradley (her husband is Gus Bradley-Defensive Coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts) discuss their experiences as NFL coaches' wives and the challenges and the joys they face in managing their families and personal lives. They talk about the importance of maintaining independence and finding fulfillment outside of their husbands' careers. They also touch on the topic of firings and how they navigate the ups and downs of the coaching profession. They also talk about after the season “re-entry” back home and figuring that out. The conversation highlights the importance of the women’s relationships and the support they provide within the NFL sisterhood.

Takeaways

Maintaining independence and finding fulfillment outside of their husbands' careers is crucial for coaches' wives.

Firings are a part of the coaching profession, and it's important to maintain relationships and not take them personally.

The NFL sisterhood provides a network of women who understand the unique challenges and experiences of being coaches' wives.

Support and relationships within the NFL sisterhood are invaluable and can last a lifetime.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:48 Challenges of Being Coaches' Wives

07:58 Independence and Fulfillment

10:54 Dealing with Firings

16:05 The Power of the NFL Sisterhood

20:57 Final Thoughts and Goodbyes