# He Cut His Pinky to Play: The Ronnie Lott Story

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Podcast: [D-constructing Topics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/d-constructing-topics-6452344)
Published: 2026-05-30T18:34:28+00:00
Episode link: https://dmalave.podbean.com/e/he-cut-his-pinky-to-play-the-ronnie-lott-story/
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## Resource

Host David retells the legendary Ronnie Lott moment when the NFL star chose to have part of his pinky removed so he could keep playing, linking it to Mitchell Robinson's recent pinky injury. The episode highlights the raw, sometimes gruesome realities behind big decisions in sports. Through this story, the podcast examines themes of commitment, sacrifice, and the tough choices athletes make for their teams and careers. Links D-Constructing Podcast https://tvtegus.com/main Support: PayPal.me/davidmalave564 Host David M. D-Constructing Topics podcast: https://dmalave.podbean.com/ Email: dconstructingtopics@gmail.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@D-constructingTopics IG: https://www.instagram.com/dconstructingt/ (X): https://twitter.com/DConstructingD

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