Retired NFL Player Isaac Rochell Takes on Marathon Challenge
Retired NFL defensive end Isaac Rochell admits that training for a marathon is "way harder than football" as he prepares to run the Chicago Marathon with a target finish time of 3:15.
Rochell, 29, spent seven years playing in the NFL, facing tough linemen on Sundays. After announcing his retirement on his wife's podcast, he has found a new challenge in marathon running.
"I went from wearing this jersey [NFL shirt] to this jersey [marathon bib]."
- Rochell played for the Chargers, Colts, Browns, and Raiders during his NFL career.
- He announced his retirement from football on his wife Allison Kuch's Sunday Sports Club podcast.
- Rochell is targeting a 3:15 finish time in the Chicago Marathon.
Author's summary: Retired NFL player Isaac Rochell takes on marathon challenge.