What it Takes to FEED the LSU FOOTBALL Team | AthlEATS

On this episode of “Sports Dissected,” we go inside the kitchen at LSU to learn how executive chef Michael Johnson - and his team - feed an ENTIRE athletic program three times a day, seven days a week. In addition to chef Johnson showing us how to make a few of his favorite dishes, he also shares some food tips that will help young athletes prepare for not only the next level but life in general. This might be our tastiest episode to date! Watch with caution because you’ll never see it that same.
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[@SportsDissected]

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[@blakeeasley1400]

Just wanted to say this was the first video that I watched on your channel and it was excellent. Thanks for the quality and informative content. Liked and Subscribed and clicked the bell. Geaux Tigers!

[@GA2023]

Man this has to be one of the best videos you guys have. With the Chefs personal story, this video just hits you and makes you take a step back. I hope him and his family are together and doing well.

[@michaeljohnson-dx6nw]

Appreciate your words and support. I’m so grateful to be here in Baton Rouge living only a couple miles from my children sharing their lives again. Truly blessed.

[@thr333x]

Great energy man,appreciate it the positivity

[@EddiePimson]

The personal story gave me chills. Such a great reminder that it’s impossible to outrun a good reputation.

[@davidc4615]

@@michaeljohnson-dx6nw Major kudos for working hard and getting back here by your family. Awesome story!!

[@kylerittenhouse6521]

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[@jonathanmilton5726]

This Chefs story is AMAZING!!

[@badlt5897]

His story made my day!

[@TylerEubank]

I’ve got a chub!

[@doom-driveneap4569]

I'd say a bit depressing too, his wife divorced him because he was grinding providing for his family smh

[@badlt5897]

@@doom-driveneap4569 Yeah she married a chef and gave him shit for you know... being a chef doing chef shit. Its not a 9-5 honey..Guy is a BEAST!

[@SINGeneral20]

He almost cried..

[@ckcx918]

Goes to show what kind of sacrifices not just the players but the people “behind the scenes” make! Great content! 👌

[@albrown1812]

Lol,I think I missed something sacrifice's they make,can you imagine what their paid.he's an executive chef at LSU

[@tacotom3492]

Dude puts food out... In his mask... 🤣🙄✌️

[@IImVoltagee]

yeah, except these dudes make a shit ton of money, while the athletes upon which the entire business is built, get jack shit.

[@rachet0708]

@@IImVoltagee Ummm, they get a free college education without student loans, free books, free tutors, free room and board in the nicest facilities on campus, they get to eat all of that food that you just saw for free, the rest of the student body doesnt get to eat like that. They get to train in world class training facilities with individually dedicated personal trainers, free dietitians, free medical care, everything that they need to prepare to be a professional athlete in their chosen sports AND a degree all furnished by LSU, so don't tell me they don't get jack, that is a bunch of bullshit.

[@causey7648]

@@rachet0708 Let’s not forget that they get an entire wardrobe of clothing, given better opportunities to create phenomenal connections, test banks that have answers to exams and assignments on them. You could keep going. They are given everything they can legally have. People still complaining on how they’re not paid.

[@EggyMcLove]

Love Chef Johnson's backstory. He didn't have to tell us all of that info. Very touching and Much Respect to Him.

[@awelook]

This hit home for me. I’m a Dad. I would do anything for my kids. He gave up the NFL to be by his kids. Real Father’s will always be blessed. Just a testament to hard work and a great heart.

[@derrick4544]

I think that your kids are way more important than the NFL...duh.

[@jimnealon6064]

LSU is every bit as “big time” an an NFL job. He is allowed to create in an environment that is less restrictive in labor, food quality, profitability, and resource management. Dream job for a chef. Has more free time also.

[@arianneellsworth8904]

Loved this episode and the chef's story! Hope to see more of these!

[@SportsDissected]

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[@funkywagnalls]

What an inspirational story, we were fortunate to have him with the Mariners then the Seahawks. Looks like he found the perfect fit at LSU!

[@jayghee9396]

It’s crazy how even chefs gets traded

[@Messup7654]

@@jayghee9396 😂😂 that’s what happens when you don’t show up to all the meetings and practices

[@donthedude]

Chef Mike was one of my teachers at LCI! Great guy and so happy to his success!

[@jacobbrown7452]

This is one of the best videos I have seen on this channel. Thank you for this video. For myself, I would like to do what Mike Johnson is doing and become an executive chef. Through hard work, knowing your craft, and making great connections, he was granted this job. What a great story.

[@12cartmann]

This is probably one of your best videos to this date. What a story and you could feel the emotions from Chef Johnson. Thank you for telling the stories from the staff and more relatable ones. Not everybody can make it into the league, but you can do as Chef Johnson and work hard, network and then eventually with a little bit of luck land a top tier job.

[@DuffmaneB]

The Chef story was pretty emotional for me. I really got happy and the end was when he got to tell his kids on Valentine's Day. He seems like a great person to work for.

[@bigdaddyjuju6339]

This chefs story is inspirational

[@RiddleofEpsilon]

Please do MORE of these - I love looking at how athlete's fuel themselves before game time!

[@CyclopsTG]

Such a great story, it’s amazing how things work out for some people.

[@biggyod]

Such a great story about the Chef's journey. Such a blessing.

[@SplashSplash30]

Wow as a new father, the chef's story about Valentine's day got me in my feelings! I'm glad he found the perfect spot for both his career and his family

[@m1key344]

Love Lsu for their community. I'm a ducks fan but wow seeing cultures like these that really feel like a family is truly amazing. mad respect to chef Johnson!

[@1310beth]

A team really is so much more than just the players and coaches. There are sooo many people who work so hard and sacrifice so much for the success of the team. We ought to give these behind the scenes contributors more credit!

[@badlt5897]

GREAT STORY!!!! Mike is the type of person we all can root for!! This channel is outstanding.

[@drmcelderry]

Shout out to highlighting the story of the chef to show the progression, work ethic and meaning of what life is all about

[@mitchkim6763]

That chef’s story is just perseverance. Keep putting in that work and whatever forces out there will give you an opening and you take it.

[@laurenshoosbeek9770]

Oh man please post more this kind of films. Nutrition and college sports, awesome. Can't wait

[@jmassey74]

Would love to see more of this type of video. I always find it fascinating to see what it takes to feed elite sports teams!

[@damikey18]

It takes quite a bit of food for a growing man that's also an athlete

[@begentlebot1333]

Love this series, guys need more of these!

[@alextaylor983]

Awesome video guys. Love seeing and learning the behind the scenes of stuff like this. Also, way to get that Chef’s story in there, which was super authentic and inspiring.

[@darwin7460]

WOW!! Did not expect this amazing chef to take over this episode and impact it in such a positive way.

[@prettypinkunicorns19]

this series deserves a billion views i love it so much ITS SOO GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!! please keep it going seriously some of my fav stuff ive seen on yt in a while 😁

[@JohnRook]

Great story by chef! Really the definition of trusting the process. If you do what you love, happiness is going to find you.

[@michaeljohnson-dx6nw]

I follow his path for me blindly. Though I’ve strayed at times finding my way back to Baton Rouge was testament to patience and faith.

[@Victor-Vargas]

This is actually one of the best episodes so far

[@anasshahid224]

Loved this video, so much hard work goes behind the scenes of the teams 🙌

[@matthewwillis9350]

Love to see you at LSU! Hope you’re able to also do a tour of the facility.

[@stephencole9321]

Can’t help but love and root for the chef!

[@JA-rq9hm]

The chef's life story makes this video special. There are probably other LSU sports support staff that have very interesting and poignant stories as well. Great video!!!

[@michaelhogg324]

Well done and I'm happy for Michael and I hope that things are better for him and his family! This is an AWESOME channel and people NEED to sub to it! Can't wait to see the one you have done for Purdue!

[@dustinbodemann780]

Absolutely loved watching this!! Great content!!

[@48162342]

Great timing with all the Tigers in the SuperBowl!!

[@theflyent7106]

I really enjoyed watching this wasn't a fly by episode. Personal and family like. Keep up the great work guys the whole staff. Chef look how god works, blessings to you and your family.

[@j.thompson9345]

Glad you guys allowed the chef to share his story.

[@altonchenier1174]

Outstanding Chef happy to have you.

[@Reaper_HC]

Wow, all it took was one video to get my sub, great work! Little does that chef know he played a big part in that LSU natty!

[@SportsDissected]

Welcome to the squad! More great stuff coming!

[@nahlejdrahppah5261]

That's so cool! Those athletes are so fortunate to have such a magnificent chef providing for their needs. The USA is the best.

[@alanjackman5729]

pleaseeeeee do more of these. This was great.

[@CoolBreezeWyndi]

I have to chime in here I love love love love love love how you did this video. I think everyone else has said it best. Well done🎉

[@seanmkelley60]

This video is a great reminder to not grind too hard or else other important parts of your life can fall apart

[@dayne6563]

As an organic restaurant owner in Hawaii, I commend the Chef for healthy, flavorful assortment.....and low sugar is spoon important. Our restaurant uses organic maple syrup, and local honey as substitute . Great video too!

[@doctorj7112]

This was a great video about food but the best part was the chef telling his story about how he got the job. Awesome

[@Knubbs225]

What a wonderful video!!! So happy for him. Great football team, great, fans, and even better food. #225 #geauxtigers and I know we will all be rooting for our nflsu boys this weekend. Especially Joe!!

[@deez8086]

Inspirational story at its best!!! Blessed!

[@larrycobb5798]

Wow this was so cool. I was born and raised in Baton Rouge. I moved about 4 years ago and not a day goes by that I don't miss home. This was an awesome segment, the Exec. Chef was really cool. Thank you guys for covering one of the greatest schools in the state!

[@user-pk6pt2pr8b]

Facts baton rouge born and raised to

[@Patrick-ru4ur]

I agree that this was a great video. Also loved the chef's story. Hard work and initiative paid off in the end.

[@charlesjones1588]

I enjoyed this video. Thanks for providing an informative and heartfelt story. Keep up the good work.

[@matthewseaux7391]

As a proud Louisiana native I have to agree about our hospitality it's one of the best in the south, our state is a beautiful place to live and there's so much to do and the culture of LSU is one of the best and as we Cajuns like to say : laissez le bon temps rouler

[@VoltHaul]

Love this episode! Food? Sports? Great content? Let's go!

[@nicholasbattaglia6215]

So glad everything worked out for this man!! 🙏

[@Youtube_n_Sports]

about time we see some content on LSU next gotta be a tour of the facilities and Tiger Stadium!

[@gamechanger1687]

Nice to see someone with so much passion and wanting things to be great for all these athletes. Dudes work ethic is something the new generation should look at. Almost to much. You don't wanna lose relationships because of work. But this guy is a amazing person.

[@hrahal7]

Love this man thanks for the great story Chef awesome work!

[@theDarven]

What a great story and great vid!!!!!! Thanks for the look in!!

[@esimpson31828]

I’M A LOUISIANA MAN, BORN AND RAISED IN SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA SO OBVIOUSLY I’M A DAY ONE AVID LSU FAN OF ALL SPORTS.. CHEF YOUR STORY HAS ME IN TEARS MY BROTHER BECAUSE I CAN RELATE.. I’M A TRUCK DRIVER AND WHEN I STARTED OUT I WAS OTR (OVER THE ROAD) FOR THREE WEEKS AT A TIME WITHOUT SEEING MY FAMILY AT ALL AND COMING HOME FOR THREE DAYS AND BACK TO THE ROAD.. MY WIFE WAS FRUSTRATED AS WELL BUT SHE STAYED THE COURSE AND NOW WE HAVE A BEAUTIFUL HOME, OUR DAUGHTER IS ATTENDING TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY AND OUR SON IS A STANDOUT SCHOLAR ATHLETE IN HIGH SCHOOL AND IM STILL A TRUCK DRIVER BUT IM HOME EVERYDAY AND MY WIFE HAS A CAREER JOB AS WELL.. MUCH LOVE CHEF AND GEAUX TIGERS💜💜💜

[@clintdelcambre8683]

Awesome video! Glad things worked out for the Chef!

[@facpmonitoring2959]

Great chef, he’s what LSU needs in order to be successful in athletics. Hope he’s at LSU for a long time.

[@scottlachance8609]

God is good, aside from LSU’s facility the executive chefs story is truly gods work!

[@Bellevue-sj4pi]

Watching this from Switzerland. Thanks for the inspiring story Chef

[@fathersdayclub]

That story just made my day! Wow.

[@madioubah5832]

What an amazing story by the chef

[@kobyjackson2564]

Finally you do LSU now you just need to do the facility tour im so excited

[@oN3xShOtxkilL]

What a lot of people don’t see is the chef lifestyles and how much sacrifice goes into such a thankless job, I’m really glad to see that Chef Johnson has that smile and has that passion again

[@nellyswish_]

I love this video nice to see what goes on behind closed doors and Chef had an amazing story

[@patrickroth962]

Great job with this video. Gonna check out the rest of the channel now! Thanks for sharing

[@SportsDissected]

Thanks, Patrick! Make sure you subscribe!

[@real_shootr]

Glad y’all interviewed the chef and he went deep into how he got there. it as more of a wholesome humanly quality to it not just a video of the Reps of a stadium. Also talking about how many millions this and that was and a brief story about what the sock guy does to color coordinate different pairs for games

[@davishamilton]

Amazing. Y’all can turn anything into a good vid. Especially when it’s lsu

[@ryanm5310]

These videos are gold

[@oThumperr]

Yo this story, really pulled at the heart strings

[@Hi-LoFlippa704]

What a awesome story by the Chef. Great video.🔥

[@thebusinessmanindefinite8013]

The chef Such a well spoken guy

[@calvinstevenson1576]

This is alot that goes on that we as fans don't see how much dedication this takes

[@ianwyj1]

LSU facilities are luxurious. Am soo glad it's also all worked out well for Chef Michael. Good luck to him and his family for the future.

[@MrTenziing]

Glad that I ran into this video!! The chef has an inspiring story to share with all of us.

[@SportsDissected]

We’re glad you found it!

[@kaizero2949]

Great job with this video and the chef story amazing lsu

[@reggiewalls700]

I am a aspiring chef and i love this kind of content can we get more videos like this. Very dope and inspiring.

[@SportsDissected]

We got you! And good luck!

[@lifewithplayboy8682]

This was a very interesting and dope video. Loved the chef journey too. I love ❤️ food myself.

[@CollectorsFromDade]

With 13 years cooking in Sports and entertainment I can respect this man going back to his family cause these stadiums ballparks and arenas will definitely take that away from you . Beautiful facility chef is very lucky to have this because most schools don’t . Props to chef .

[@JohnMurphy-wf2is]

More of these, please.

[@ArkWolf22]

Really cool to see this process

[@laurencetarquinio6716]

Loved his story

[@danielgibson971]

This is awesome on may different levels. 🙏

[@BobDiot]

Cool vid interesting to see a peak into the nutritional world of college athletics

[@wisdom.of.everythingwoe3379]

This is awesome they take care of the guys

[@Malitubee]

Damn his story makes you teary eyed. Glad everything worked out for him in the end

[@j.g2540]

Thank you for telling us your story and for that you're amazing my friend. Great story. keep it up.

[@SafeGuardYourSoul]

Amazing! Thank you.

[@kdkulhanek]

It is amazing to watch God work through this man's story. Wonderful content

[@niadurant4846]

Awww I love this being a cook is hard especially a lead cook you get no time off

[@thisduderockz]

that was a beautiful story with the chef.

[@heather2817]

From the passion of the chef stuffing the pork tenderloin to Mike Johnson's personal story, I loved this whole video.

[@blizzardpancakes7982]

Hope to see more food-sport videos like these

[@devarrussell6540]

What a great speaker and story teller.#goodguy

[@lukeabear7582]

Chef Mike is a great guy

[@chriscampana89]

personal story made the video.. I love you guys!