02:23 Summer Reps, Recruiting Realities, and the 16-Year-Old Truth
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Release Date: 06/25/2025
College Football Recruiting Is a Business - Not a Dream
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
🏈 Football 360 Show — Episode Notes Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Platforms: YouTube, X (Twitter), Apple Podcasts, Spotify Website: football360show.com 🎙️ Episode Overview JP Rock and Matt Biermann break down the realities of college football recruiting on the eve of Signing Day, pulling back the curtain on how offers actually happen, why patience matters, and how the modern system impacts high school athletes. This episode is a must-listen for players, parents, and coaches navigating today’s chaotic recruiting landscape. 📍 Where to Find the Hosts Matt Biermann:...
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if You Can Play, You Can Play: The Truth About College Football Evaluation
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
🏈 Football 360 Show — Episode Notes Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Platform: X (Twitter) & YouTube — Football 360 Show Website: football360show.com 🎙️ Episode Overview JP Rock and Matt Biermann kick off the Football 360 Show from the middle of a brutal Midwest snowstorm, mixing lighthearted weather talk with deep, real-world football analysis. From facility operations during winter weather to the evolving realities of college football recruiting, this episode dives into what actually matters when evaluating players — beyond height, weight, and hype. ❄️ Opening...
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Built, Not Posted: The Reality of Player Development
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
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5,000+ Players in the Portal: Chaos or the Market Working?
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Football 360 Show Notes 🎙️ Intro + Welcome (0:00–1:34) Show open: “Welcome to the Football 360 Show — the fastest 48 minutes football talk on the planet.” Hosts introduced: JP Rock + Matt Beerman. Back after a couple weeks off — holiday season schedule + time away. JP talks about how he “gets lost in the holidays” and has a hard time returning to normal. JP’s holiday chaos: flu + COVID + bacterial/viral infection and a new baby. New addition: CROI, 8 lbs 9 oz — “that’s a football name.” Matt’s holiday recap: time off for Christmas + New...
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Brady Cook’s NFL Debut, Elite Football’s Jets Pipeline & The Recruiting Reality
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
👋 Opening Kickoff JP Rock + Matt Biermann open with quick weather + Christmas talk (warm temps, “no snow after Christmas”). 📻 Where to catch the show: Saturday 11AM on KLIS 590AM (Lou Info Station / louinfo.com) 🌐 football360show.com 📺 YouTube (Like ✅ Subscribe ✅ Bell 🔔) 🐦 X (Follow @Football360Show) 🎧 Apple + Spotify (listeners sharing Football 360 as a Top 5 show) ⭐ Local Football Spotlight 🏆 Jeremiyah Love + Local Stars Jeremiah Love mentioned as a major national name and finalist-level talent. 🧠 Brady Cook’s First NFL Start Matt...
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NIL Millions, Transfer Chaos & Finding Your Path in 2025 Football
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Show: Football 360 – The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Where to Watch/Listen: Website: Football360show.com YouTube: Football 360 Show – like, subscribe & hit the bell X (Twitter): @Football360Show Podcast: Apple & Spotify (audio only) Radio: Saturdays, 11 a.m. on 590 AM KLIS – Your Lou Info Station (LouInfo.com) Follow the Hosts: JP Rock: X: @JPRockMO Instagram: @JPRockScoutsU Matt Biermann: X: @EliteFootball Instagram: @EliteFootballAcademy Presented by: Game Plan Strategies – Football...
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NIL Millions, Youth Teams & The Truth About Football Development
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Show: Football 360 — The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Sponsors: Game Plan Strategies — Navigate your football future with real answers for parents & players 🌐 gpsfootball.org GetOFFRD — The recruiting CRM & messaging tool for families 🌐 getoffrd.com Where to Listen/Watch: YouTube & X: @Football360Show Website: Football360show.com Podcast: Apple & Spotify Radio: Saturdays, 11 a.m. — 590 AM KLIS (Lou Info), LouInfo.com 🎙 Episode Summary It’s the busiest football time of the...
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Recruiting Slow Plays, NIL Money & Tough Recruiting Truths: What Parents Don’t Know (But Should)
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Show: Football 360 — The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Presented By: GetOFFRD — getoffrd.com Game Plan Strategies Consulting — gpsfootball.org 🎙 Episode Summary JP and Matt dig into the real questions parents and players are facing right now: How do you know who to trust in recruiting? What does it really mean when a school says, “We’re going to wait until February”? How are NIL dollars and “bean counters” changing quarterback recruiting? And how in the world do you pick the right high school for your kid?...
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The Truth About Recruiting: Transfer Portal Chaos, High School Choices, and Why Most Families Get It Wrong
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Platform: Football 360 Show — The Fastest 48 Minutes in Football Presented By: Game Plan Strategies — Football consulting for parents & players OFFRD (getoffrd.com) — Recruiting tools, email templates, coach database & profile tracking 🎙 Episode Summary In this episode, JP and Matt deliver a brutally honest breakdown of the 2025 recruiting landscape. They dig deep into the transfer portal chaos, why seniors are panicking, what parents misunderstand about exposure, and the real way college coaches evaluate players. They also dive into a...
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Real Recruiting Talk, Late-Season Paths, and the Truth About Levels
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Episode Title: The Fastest 48: Real Recruiting Talk, Late-Season Paths, and the Truth About Levels Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Presented by: Game Plan Strategies (free consult) & GetOFFRD (recruiting CRM + coach outreach) 🎙 Episode Summary JP and Matt dive into the crunch-time realities of recruiting as seasons wrap up. If your season just ended (or is about to), here’s what to do next—and how to be brutally honest about level, speed, and film. They break down why D2/JUCO are now legitimate springboards, how to package your info so coaches actually respond, and preview a...
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📍 Broadcasted on: X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TheFootball360Show.com, and KLIS 590 AM
🔥 TOP HIGHLIGHTS
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Summer Heat & Early Practice Trends:
🔹 Morning-only practices becoming the norm due to extreme temps
🔹 Kirkwood 7v7 ended early due to heat warnings -
Scrimmage Recaps & Standouts:
🔹 Parkway West installing a new offense; Matt called plays at recent scrimmage
🔹 Impressive WR core: Max Jones, Max Hurley, and Turkin (big-time catch)
🔹 Gunnar Holmes, Brady Kluba, and Jamal Brooks among standout defenders -
Recruiting Balance:
🔹 Jet Johnson missed 7v7 for William Jewell Mega Camp — good move for seniors with limited camp windows
🔹 Encouragement for athletes to prioritize recruitment opportunities before July locks them into team obligations
🏆 PROGRAM SHOUTOUTS & PLAYER SPOTLIGHTS
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Kirkwood:
🔸 New QB Cooper Owens (transfer from FZS)
🔸 Breakout candidates: Bodie Mansfield, Jameer Sloan, Jacob Everhart -
Live For Life Academy:
🔸 Deep, talented squad
🔸 Several former St. Mary’s transfers -
Cardinal Ritter:
🔸 Reloading again – Elijah Lucas (Western Michigan commit)
🔸 Manny Ellis dominating between the tackles
🔸 QB Kasimir Manczuk showing poise and mobility
🔸 Speedsters Milan Green and Ryan Davis making waves -
Blue Springs:
🔸 Top 2026 DE Ronell Johnson – recently visited Mizzou
🔸 QB Wyatt Erickson – strong arm, football pedigree -
Lafayette:
🔸 Underrated program with talent: Jeremy Williams, Connor James
🔸 New head coach, veteran staff
🔸 Breakout season expected for athletic, multi-sport QB
🧠 HIGH SCHOOL QB INSIGHT
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Quarterback Pathways Matter:
▪ Parents need to evaluate QB depth charts before choosing schools
▪ Varsity film is crucial – JV/freshman film often holds little recruiting weight
▪ Discussed Brayden Biermann's decision-making process and developmental environment
🏟 COMMUNITY & LEGACY TALK
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St. Louis Rams Legacy & Void:
▪ Rams’ departure left a massive hole in youth & high school football support
▪ NFL should reinvest in St. Louis as a top-5 per capita producer of NFL talent
▪ Remembering the Rams’ involvement in 7v7 tournaments and the St. Louis Training Academy -
National Football Foundation (NFF):
▪ Lombardo Chapter has awarded over $750,000 in scholarships
▪ Honors like the Golden Horn Award remain a key motivator for student-athletes
💡 PARENT TAKEAWAYS
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Age 16 is a major pivot point:
🔸 Physical maturity meets social distractions
🔸 Consistency in training becomes a key indicator of long-term success
🔸 If they drift from habits (elite training, practice intensity), it's a red flag -
Strategic school placement is not disloyal — it’s smart career planning.
Know the system, coaches, depth chart, and fit.
🎯 Social Media Links
• JP Rock – X: @JPRockMO | Instagram: @JPRockscoutsu
• Matt Biermann – X: @EliteFootball | Instagram: @EliteFootballAcademy