Johnny Stanton IV is a former NFL football player with the Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns who made the transition into an insightful podcaster, TTRPG creator, and entrepreneur. 

Johnny has carved out a space at the intersection of sports, gaming, and entertainment.  Athletics Check with Johnny Stanton IV, features insightful conversations with both athletes and creators in the nerd space.

A passionate D&D fan, Johnny has designed multiple 5e supplements like "Path of the Gridiron Barbarian" and the "Oath of the Executioner" Paladin subclass. His publishing company Crimson Herald's upcoming project "SINK!" blends American traditional tattoo art with a pirate-themed 5E adventure.

When not recording, writing, or gaming, he remains actively involved in philanthropic initiatives, most notably as an ally of athletes in the LGBTQ community. Johnny brings a commitment to hard work, kindness, and joy in all of his creative endeavors.