Jabari Davis on Pivoting After Football

The One Big Thing with Steve Campbell

On this episode of The One Big Thing Podcast, I sit down with Jabari Davis, former University of Tennessee running back (2001–2004) and the man fans still call The J-Train, Big Juice, and The Gator Killer. While his highlight reels and touchdowns against Florida made him a Tennessee legend, what inspires me most is the work he’s doing now to make an impact far beyond the gridiron.

Jabari opens up about the highs of playing in Neyland Stadium, the lows of dealing with injury and depression, and the faith and family that helped him find purpose again. We talk about his transition from football to launching the Legends of Tennessee nonprofit, where he’s empowering the next generation through sports, mentorship, education, and youth mental health programs

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• How to bounce back when life doesn’t go according to plan.
• Why your legacy isn’t defined by stats, but by the lives you touch.
• The importance of gratitude, community, and mentorship in building a meaningful life.
• How sports can teach lessons far greater than the game itself.

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About Jabari

Jabari Davis is a former University of Tennessee football star who played for the Volunteers from 2001-2004. Beyond his impressive athletic achievements, Jabari is a passionate community advocate and dedicated role model for youth empowerment. As the founder of Legends of Tennessee, he’s committed to making a lasting impact by providing young people with opportunities to grow through programs like The Huddle, Reading Champions, and football camps that teach essential life skills discipline, mental toughness, sportsmanship, and leadership.

Jabari’s deep love for coaching kids and his community drives his mission to foster positive change and inspire the next generation to reach their full potential. He believes that investing in youth today creates stronger, more resilient communities tomorrow.

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If you’ve ever faced setbacks, questioned your identity, or wondered how to use your platform to impact others, Jabari’s story will encourage you. This is about more than football—it’s about faith, resilience, and making someone else’s soul smile.

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