02:28 Dead Week, Big Moves & High School Football Shake-Ups

Football 360 Show – Episode 92

Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann

Episode Highlights

🏖 Dead Period & Busy Summer Recap

• The MSHSAA “dead week” in full swing — time for rest before the fall grind.

• Busiest summer in recent memory with joint practices, team camps, and scrimmages.

• Coaches becoming more strategic about summer matchups and formats.

🏈 High School Football Storylines

• Summit North vs. Cardinal Ritter joint practices; top programs sharpening each other.

• Willingness to face competition in summer seen as a sign of program confidence.

• Balancing multi-sport athletes’ commitments (notably baseball showcases) with football prep.

🌟 Spotlight: Cordae Gage (CBC)

• Elite two-sport talent — could play football or baseball at the college level.

• Rare ability to compete at a high level in both sports; family history of multi-sport success.

• Recruiting tug-of-war likely between football and baseball programs.

📈 Underrated CBC Squad

• Returning QB Nick McClellan, RBs Courtney Rivers & Jayden McAster (transfer), and a massive O-line.

• McAster’s move from Nixa is a game-changer; could shift his Southern Illinois commitment.

• Other standouts: Adam McKnight, Gabe Rodriguez, Chase Cooper.

🔄 Transfer Trends & Eligibility

• Increase in high-profile transfers in St. Louis and Kansas City.

• MSHSAA eligibility appeals often decided just before the season starts, creating uncertainty.

• Dead week violations and their enforcement inconsistencies.

🏟 Class 6 Sleeper: Blue Springs South

• QB Aiden Wilhelm returns with a strong supporting cast and big offensive line.

• Key additions from transfers, including OL committed to Central Arkansas and WR Chance Taylor.

📋 Rules & Quarters Management

• Freshman/JV/Varsity quarter-limit rules causing confusion and occasional violations.

• Often parents or teammates report infractions rather than opposing programs.

👨‍🏫 Coaching at the High School Level

• Matt’s experience volunteering at Parkway West.

• Difference between private skill training and high school team coaching schedules.

• The balance between skill development and implementing game plans.

🎓 College Transition Realities

• Adjustment to the speed, physical demands, and competitive environment at the next level.

• Importance of mental resilience during the acclimation period.

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