“Prepping for a Marathon Is Way Harder Than Prepping for an NFL Game”: Retired DE Isaac Rochell Gets Honest Before Running the Chicago Marathon

Retired NFL Player Isaac Rochell Takes on Marathon Running

Retired NFL defensive end Isaac Rochell is training for the Chicago Marathon, aiming for a 3:15 finish.

Rochell, 29, admits that marathon training is "way harder than football" after playing in the NFL for seven years.

"I went from wearing this jersey [NFL shirt] to this jersey [marathon bib]."

After announcing his retirement from football, Rochell has found a new challenge in marathon running, testing his discipline and endurance.

Author's summary: Retired NFL player takes on marathon running.

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