047 The 2024 Season On the Horizon -
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Release Date: 08/13/2024
02:01 New Year More Football
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
College Football Playoffs and Bowl Games: Surprise eliminations: Oregon and Georgia are out of contention. Discussion on whether conference championship timing puts some teams at a disadvantage. Notable controversies in games: A blocked field goal that bounced through the uprights caused confusion due to obscure rule interpretations. Evolving College Football Landscape: Increasing corporatization and professionalization of college football: Billionaires and private equity entering the scene to "buy" controlling stakes in programs. Predictions of a future Super League composed of the...
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064 Is College Football Now Professional Football? College Football Chaos & Portal Movement
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
College Football Chaos and Portal Movement Transfer Portal Impact: The portal has transformed college football into a fast-moving "free agency." Notable example: Mizzou losing key players and exploring replacements (e.g., Mendoza from Cal, Ryan Brown from Purdue). Rapid, high-dollar negotiations make stability difficult for programs. NIL and Player Salaries: Upcoming NCAA settlements mean schools like Mizzou will allocate approximately ~$22 million for player salaries starting in 2025. Players, especially quarterbacks, are commanding significant portions of this budget: Starters could...
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063 - Season Ending & Offseason is Beginning
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Show 63 Recap Weather Challenges: Discussion on the impact of unexpected snowfall on recent football games and travel, including personal anecdotes and broader game outcomes. High School Game Recaps: Specific highlights from teams like Nixa, Kirkwood, and others. Players such as Adam McKnight were praised for their performance and physical development. Recruitment Insights: Local standout athletes and their potential, including a focus on physical and skill development. Conversations about college recruitment dynamics and maintaining homegrown talent in Missouri. College Football ...
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062: Final Push of 2024 Season into the 2025 Offseason
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Show Notes: 7-on-7 Football Development: Importance of using 7-on-7 for skill development, not just competition. Practices focus on speed, agility, and skill training with professional methodologies. Addressed misconceptions about the value of 7-on-7 for college and professional preparation. High School Football Insights: Examples of disciplined teams with lesser talent outperforming more skilled teams through preparation and teamwork. Specific high school games discussed: Lee's Summit North vs. Nixa. Ritter vs. Lafayette. Observations on hard-hitting games and officiating...
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061 Football Playoffs & Recruitng Talk
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Episode Highlights Season Wrap-Up Discussion on the end of the high school football season for most players. Reflections on playoff surprises, including unexpected losses and standout performances. Offseason Strategy Importance of focusing on recovery and performance improvement during the offseason. Advice for athletes to elevate their profiles through combines, camps, and consistent training. Recruiting Updates Insight into the recruiting process for high school athletes, emphasizing strategy and persistence. Navigating coaching changes and the impact of the NCAA transfer portal....
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060 High School and College Football Season Updates and Recruiting Insights
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Episode Highlights Season Wrap-Up and Offseason Preparation Discussion on the end of high school football for many athletes and the importance of offseason preparation, especially for juniors. Lindenwood University’s Big Win Recap of Lindenwood's victory over #6-ranked SEMO, highlighting the role of weather and a solid game plan by Coach Dugard. Notable performances, including versatile quarterback Hoyt Gregory being named Offensive Player of the Year in his conference. Missouri (Mizzou) Football Recruiting Challenges Discussion on Mizzou’s struggles to attract top in-state...
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059 The Realities of College Football Recruiting
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Football 360 Show Introduction of Guests Graham Faust, Class of 2026, wide receiver and safety at MICDS, St. Louis, Missouri. Brett Ottensmeyer, Class of 2026, quarterback at Parkway West High School, St. Louis, Missouri. Focus on the Recruiting Process Discussion on the path to college football and the recruiting experiences of both players. Emphasis on real-life insights from high school athletes currently navigating recruitment. Guest Player Stats and Backgrounds Graham Faust: Impressive stats for the year, including 33 receptions, over 350 receiving yards, and five touchdowns....
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058: Playoff Season is Here
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
The Football 360 Show, Episode 58: Weather Discussion: Unseasonably warm October temperatures impact football game conditions, with hosts noting windy games can be challenging, especially for quarterbacks. End of Youth Football Season: Some leagues extend into November, but hosts discuss concerns about youth teams playing too many games, emphasizing the need for rest and player safety. Scheduling and Officiating Challenges: Teams face scheduling issues, with games often starting hours late due to officials arriving late or game delays. Hosts discuss the impact on teams’ pregame...
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057 The Season is Getting Serious
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
The Football 360 Show, Episode 57: Location Change for Missouri High School Championships: Starting next year, the state championships will move to St. Joseph, Missouri (Missouri Western), instead of the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis. Discussed the challenges and long travel distances for teams, particularly those from St. Louis. Discussion on Broadcasting: The hosts lament Missouri's current lack of high-quality state championship broadcasts, contrasting it with Illinois, which does a better job in game-day production. Youth Football League Insights: Focus on a unique league...
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056: Football Season is Getting Serious - Rankings, Playoffs, & Power Players
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Football-filled weekend: Kicked off on Thursday with high school, middle school, and college football action. Notable college games: Ohio State vs. Oregon – a standout matchup. Florida vs. Tennessee – another thrilling game. Colorado vs. Kansas – intense competition. LSU vs. Ole Miss – went into overtime, played in a massive, electric stadium. LSU’s Death Valley stadium: Holds over 100,000 fans. Unique freestanding structure, towering up to 11-12 stories high. Challenging parking and logistics due to its campus location. Fan experience was incredible, with traditions and...
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Introduction:
- Show kicks off with hosts JP Rock and Matt Bierman.
- Available live on YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), and as a podcast on Spotify, Apple, and other platforms.
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Hosts' Update:
- Both hosts return from vacation.
- Discuss the start of the football season across the country, including Missouri.
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Youth Football Discussion:
- Covering year-round youth football programs like JFL and flag football.
- JP Rock shares his busy schedule and call for youth coaches, highlighting the difficulty in finding quality coaches.
- Matt Bierman talks about his successful coaching staff, mentioning additions like BJ Wilson and Tim Ware.
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Coaching Insights:
- Discussion on the importance of communication and leadership in coaching, regardless of the level of the game.
- Comparison between coaching male and female athletes, emphasizing differences in approach and challenges.
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Personal Anecdotes:
- JP Rock shares experiences coaching his daughter's softball team and her transition to field hockey.
- The value of learning golf as a young athlete is discussed, with a focus on its long-term benefits.
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Missouri Football Update:
- Coverage of Mizzou’s football team progress, including scrimmages and depth chart updates.
- Focus on running back positions and the impact of losing Cody Schrader.
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NFL Prospects:
- Discussion about NFL hopefuls like Isaiah Williams and his transition from quarterback to receiver.
- Debate on whether Williams should have played receiver from the start of his college career.
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Player Development:
- Insight into Isaiah Williams' high school career, work ethic, and mentoring of younger players like Brady Cook.
- Matt shares a story about Williams' competitiveness and versatility during 7-on-7 tournaments.
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Recruiting and Training:
- Emphasis on the importance of hard work and training in player development.
- Mention of how some players face criticism for showcasing their skills on social media.
- A story about a young quarterback's Instagram presence and how it motivates other players.