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Kenny King Jr. | |
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| Born | February 12, 1983 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Podcaster, Content Creator, Sports Journalist |
| Website | kennykingjr.com |
Kenny King Jr. (born February 12, 1983) is an American podcaster, content creator, and sports journalist known for his contributions to sports media, particularly his work covering the Las Vegas Raiders and NFL through his podcast and articles. He is a former college football player and uses his sports background to provide in-depth analysis in his content. He is the son of former NFL running back Kenny King (running back), who played for the Oakland Raiders.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Kenny King Jr. attended Las Lomas High School, where he played football and earned All-League honors. He later played at Laney College before briefly attending Benedictine College. He completed his college career at Temple University as a defensive lineman.
Career
[edit]Podcasting and Content Creation
[edit]Kenny King Jr. is the host of the podcast *Real Talk with Kenny King Jr.*, part of the Blue Wire podcast network. The podcast focuses on in-depth discussions about sports, particularly the Las Vegas Raiders, with a mix of interviews, analysis, and opinions. He is well-known for his passion and expertise in covering the team.
- Real Talk with Kenny King Jr. Podcast on BlueWire*
- Real Talk with Kenny King Jr. Podcast on iHeartRadio*
- Real Talk with Kenny King Jr. on RaidersBeat*
Sports Journalism
[edit]Kenny King Jr. is also a contributor to *Vegas Sports Today*, where he writes articles primarily about the NFL and the Las Vegas Raiders. His writing provides detailed coverage of the team, including game analyses, player performance, and insights into league dynamics.
He has contributed to numerous media outlets and was featured on *Once a Raider, Always a Raider* discussing his father’s legacy and the impact of the Raiders on his career.
Television Appearances
[edit]Kenny King Jr. appeared on *The Price Is Right* in 2019, where he participated in the game show.
He is also credited with a voice role in the 2022 production *Real Talk with Kenny King Jr.*
Online Presence
[edit]In addition to his podcasting and journalism work, Kenny King Jr. runs his personal website where he shares his latest articles, podcasts, and video content related to sports.
Personal Life
[edit]Kenny King Jr. resides in California, where he balances his professional career with his role as a single father to two children. He is the son of former NFL running back Kenny King (running back), who won two Super Bowls with the Raiders.
References
[edit]- Kenny King Jr. Official Website
- Vegas Sports Today - Kenny King Jr.
- Real Talk with Kenny King Jr. Podcast
- ESPN Article on Tom Flores
- Once a Raider, Always a Raider - Interview with Kenny King Jr.
- Real Talk with Kenny King Jr. Podcast on iHeartRadio
- Real Talk with Kenny King Jr. on RaidersBeat
- Kenny King (running back) Wikipedia Page
- The Price Is Right Twitter Post
- Kenny King Jr. on IMDb