The Football Coaching Podcast with Joe Daniel

Coach Joe Daniel from JoeDanielFootball.com helps you build a better football team at any level. Youth Football Coaches, Middle School Football Coaches, High School Football Coaches, College Football Coaches and Semi-Professional Football Coaches will get great ideas and discussion from The Football Coaching Podcast.

How to Adjust to Shifts and Motions | FBCP S19E15 11/13/2025

How to Adjust to Shifts and Motions | FBCP S19E15 Shifts and motions are a great tool for offenses to use, but that doesn’t mean they have to leave you stumped on the defensive side. You need to have adjustments ready for your kids to use when the offense starts moving around. In this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the keys to keeping a shifts and motions in check by using a complete defensive system, installing your adjustments early in the season, and Drilling players on adjustment communication. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/39020495

How to Coach Your Team to Handle Adversity 11/06/2025

How to Coach Your Team to Handle Adversity Resiliency is one of the hardest things to train in High School football. In a world where technology continues to make every day life easier and easier, we have to make kids understand that being uncomfortable and straining won’t end them. In this episode Coaches Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss preparing your players for adversity through practice planning to cover the hard things, preparing them for things that could happen on Friday nights, and getting rid of the “Here we go again” mentality. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38933445

Coaching the Fundamentals of Cover 3 | FBCP S19E12 10/30/2025

Coaching the Fundamentals of Cover 3 | FBCP S19E12 Cover 3 may be the best HS coverage possible. Cover 1 probably holds the crown as the best overall coverage, if you have the cats to run it. Cover 3 just answers all the questions, while being simple to understand, run, and problem solve with. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are covering the fundamentals of Cover 3, simplifying your coverage package, solving all the weaknesses, and making Cover 3 look complicated. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38822585

Our Tackling is Inconsistent 10/23/2025

Our Tackling is Inconsistent Tackling may be the bane of every DC’s existence, especially when trying to turn a program around. It’s also the part of football that has evolved the most… outside of Travis Kelce type of TEs, and the weird side-arm throwing motion used around the country now. Tackling doesn’t have to be a thorn in your paw, you have to simplify your system so it can happen more naturally and in pairs. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss the easiest ways to fix mistakes in tackling, through Umbrella Run Fits, how to do it without running the “Oklahoma Drill” every week, and motivating your players to ATTACK. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38755555

Effort is Fading Late in Season | FBCP S19E11 10/16/2025

Effort is Fading Late in Season | FBCP S19E11 The season is a GRIND. Not just for you, but for your players. It’s a grind for the starting QB, it’s a grind for the Sophomore that’s having to play up on Fridays, and it’s a grind for the freshmen that practice week in and week out to never touch the field on Friday nights. Everyone is exhausted! Don’t let it kill your team as you approach the most important games of the year. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to plan your practices to keep kids mentally and physically fresh for game night… during weeks 8-15, How to limit injuries and accelerate your recovery, and how to keep kids focused late in the year. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38604555

Our Team Doesn’t Play with Confidence 10/09/2025

Our Team Doesn’t Play with Confidence A lack of confidence in a football player is almost never an actual lack of confidence. What does that mean? Well, you can’t go to the gym and workout your confidence muscles. You can’t drink a magic beverage that increases your confidence score. Confidence is built by simple understanding and preparation for what you’re about to try to achieve. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss the building of confidence through the streamlining of your scheme. They talk through the Coach Simple Philosophy, Understand your Why (and coaching to ensure your why is achieved), and game planning to give your players the ability to play FAST! /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38520920

Our Practices Feel Stagnant and Boring 10/02/2025

Our Practices Feel Stagnant and Boring Coach, your kids are bored… and it’s 100% YOUR FAULT. Okay, extreme ownership says everything is your fault, so you already knew that. But, really, you’ve planned a boring and stagnant practice, so that’s exactly how it feels. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are talking about shorter more high energy practices that achieve a goal, motivate athletes, and put the spark back in your team. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38437645

We Cant Stop Dual-Threat QBs 09/25/2025

We Cant Stop Dual-Threat QBs “The one kid that keeps DCs up at night,” aka the dual-threat QB who is nearly impossible to contain. I bet you’ve coached against (or been lucky enough to coach with) at least one of these in your career. All of football seems to be going in the direction of putting the most athletic kid at QB and let him get loose! On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the fundamentals of stopping a dual-threat QB, how to coach pass rush lane integrity, keeping dual-threat guys contained, and how to manipulate the QB with your scheme, so you can control his actions. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38350085

We Struggle to Get Pressure on the Quarterback 09/18/2025

We Struggle to Get Pressure on the Quarterback Getting Pressure on High School Quarterbacks is quite the challenge. Between terrible fundamentals by HS O-Linemen, to quick game, to QBs generally being run first athletes, you have to really drive home the point of getting D-Linemen to the QB. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to teach your pass rushers to think situationally, how to call your defense to attack the opposition, and the simplicity of using 1-2 pass rush moves for your HS players. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38262485

We Can’t Move the Ball Consistently 09/11/2025

We Can’t Move the Ball Consistently At some point we all struggle with it… consistently moving the ball down the field. You lose a player, the defense has you out-manned, there can always be something to slow you down. But, you can do more before the season starts to prevent it from happening. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to get the ball rolling again in your favor. From attacking weakness, to ensuring your game day isn’t derailed by a flawed offensive playbook, we’re covering it all! /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38177455

We Have No Identity as a Team 09/04/2025

We Have No Identity as a Team In this episode of 'The Football Coaching Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Joe Daniel discuss the current excitement of scrimmage week and share insights into recent college football strategies. They delve into the topic of establishing a team's identity by focusing on core principles, non-negotiables, and creating player buy-in. Key themes include the importance of consistent communication, understanding player challenges, and employing a well-defined practice structure. Additionally, they emphasize the value of adopting a 'coach simple, play fast, win' approach and explore the application of military leadership models to coaching. Personal updates include Daniel's office reorganization and exploration of new ventures, highlighting their commitment to personal and professional growth. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/38083640

We Don't Have Enough Depth! 08/28/2025

We Don't Have Enough Depth! Depth wins championships. It doesn’t matter how talented your starters are — if you’ve got no one ready to step in when it counts, you’re in trouble. Backups matter. Depth matters. And if you’re not preparing those guys now, you’ll pay for it later. On this episode of The Football Coaching Podcast, Daniel Chamberlain and Joe Daniel talk about how to build depth on your roster, get your backups game-ready, and keep your team competitive no matter the numbers. You’ll hear why the Coach Simple philosophy is the fastest way to boost confidence and performance, how to train your scout team to become tomorrow’s starters, and how to adapt your drills when roster sizes are smaller than you’d like. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37999990

We Can’t Keep Up with Spread Offenses 08/21/2025

We Can’t Keep Up with Spread Offenses There isn’t a perfect defensive scheme in football. Let’s say that again, there isn’t a perfect defensive scheme in football. They all work. Pro’s and Con’s… sure they exist. But, the truth is, every modern defense should be able to work successfully against any offensive scheme, you just have to remain adaptable. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain talk about adapting your defense to whatever you’ll see this season, how you can shut down the spread specifically, and coaching your defense to SWARM the football! /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37902315

Our Offensive Line Gets Overpowered 08/14/2025

Our Offensive Line Gets Overpowered The offensive line is the HEART of your football team. It doesn’t matter what the skill level of everyone else on the field is, you win or lose behind the O-Line. If yours is getting steam rolled each and every game, you’re likely losing each and every game. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are talking how to get your O-Line to improve by simplifying your communication, simplifying your scheme, and getting your players to love their craft! /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37815565

I Feel Like I’m Coaching Alone 08/07/2025

I Feel Like I’m Coaching Alone We often hear, “Your players won’t be as passionate and committed as you are.” What we don’t hear as often is that your coaches may not be on your level either. Sometimes you’re going to get a guy, or multiple guys, that you have to win games with, but may not be on the same level of football coaching as you. On this episode Joe and Daniel are discussing ways to prevent the feeling of coaching alone. They discuss the need to develop your philosophy and systems, communicating with your staff, and getting buy-in from everyone in the program. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37718620

Our Players Don’t Execute on Game Day 07/31/2025

Our Players Don’t Execute on Game Day Practice doesn’t always equal performance. You can dominate the practice field all week, but if it doesn’t show up under the lights on Friday night… something’s missing. Maybe practice wasn’t hard enough. Maybe the scout team didn’t look anything like your opponent. Or maybe your kids just didn’t buy in. In this episode, Joe and Daniel dive into how to turn practice success into real game-day results. They break down how to make practice tougher than the game, why specific drills lead to better buy-in, and what to do when your scout team can’t replicate your opponent. They also share stories from their own coaching experience, discuss highlights from the Texas High School Coaches Association Clinic, and even drop a few book recommendations for coaches who want to think deeper about football—and probability. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37620110

We’re Not Getting the Most Out of Our Talent 07/24/2025

We’re Not Getting the Most Out of Our Talent Coaching is a game of efficiency. Don’t run too much, or you’ll be tired. Don’t run too little, or you’re out of shape. Don’t tackle too much or you’re risking injury… too little, well you get the point. We have to find the best way to get the most out of the talent on our team. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the way they get the most out of their players. They talk about setting up a depth chart, identifying the right guys for the position, and getting kids to play a position they may not want to. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37533345

We Struggle to Call Plays Under Pressure 07/17/2025

We Struggle to Call Plays Under Pressure Calling plays when the lights are brightest, things aren’t going your way, or the game is on the line can be a challenge. Especially for coaches who haven’t experienced it before, you can start to be too aggressive or pull too many punches. But, it’s something you can get better at. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are discussing how to better your play calls in the biggest spots in football. They talk setting up a play call sheet, playing the game before the game, and using your play calls to attack weaknesses of the defense. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37440005

Our Players are Out of Shape in the 4th Quarter 07/10/2025

Our Players are Out of Shape in the 4th Quarter We’ve unfortunately all been there… the 4th Quarter starts and our best 11 have their hands on their knees and are too exhausted to perform up to the standard. It’s cost many coaches a game or two, but there is a way to prevent it from ever happening again. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss the more modern approaches to getting your players in shape for the season, how to condition in practice, keeping things from getting too tyrannical, and how to hold your player accountable so they’ll want to be in shape in the 4th. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37359850

We Give Up Too Many Big Plays 07/03/2025

We Give Up Too Many Big Plays In a game of inches, giving up “busts” or Big Plays can quickly become a mistake too big to overcome. The other sideline earns a paycheck too, so you likely can’t stamp out big plays altogether, but you can get your team to limit them enough. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to limit big plays against your defense by simplifying your scheme, cutting out the wanted complexity, and getting your players to consistently be in a place to make a play. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37269345

We Make Too Many Mental Mistakes! 06/26/2025

We Make Too Many Mental Mistakes! Undisciplined teams lose games. And sloppy habits in practice show up under the lights. In this episode, Joe and Daniel break down how to build discipline and efficiency into every rep. You’ll learn how to simulate high-stress situations in practice so your players stay sharp when it counts. They’ll show you how to tighten communication, dial in on the small details, and run drills that actually translate to game-day success. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37159240

We Waste Too Much Time in Practice 06/19/2025

We Waste Too Much Time in Practice Wasted time in practice leads to unprepared players on game day. And with limited hours on the field, every minute has to count. In this episode, Joe and Daniel dive into how to run efficient, high-energy practices that get your players ready—fast. They share how to build out practice plan shells, keep the tempo up with smooth transitions, and make sure your drills actually matter. You’ll also hear how to lean on veteran players, use film for faster corrections, and even streamline scouting with tools like wristbands. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/37069585

Our Offense is Stagnant 06/12/2025

Our Offense is Stagnant A stagnant offense can stall an entire season — even with the right athletes on the field. But constantly adding new plays without structure usually leads to confusion, not results. On this episode of the Football Coaching Podcast, Daniel Chamberlain and Joe Daniel share how to build a dynamic offense the right way — starting with mastery of a base play and layering in variation through motions, shifts, unbalanced formations, and tags. They also introduce the containers principle — a smart way to install new ideas without overwhelming your players or your practice time. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36967425

We Keep Losing Close Games 06/05/2025

We Keep Losing Close Games The end of the game of football can be intense! The crowd, the officials, the clock… they all add extra pressure to an already high pressure game. If you keep finding yourself on the losing end of close games, it’s likely that you, your coaches, and your players don’t understand the situation(s) they are in during crunch time. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss the need to add situational football into your practice planning, what situations you should practice, and the need to mentally prepare your players. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36859400

Our Defense is too Undisciplined 05/29/2025

Our Defense is too Undisciplined An undisciplined defense can bring even the best program to its knees. But, as schemes become more and more complex to try to match the offenses running all over the field, the byproduct is often undisciplined chaos. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss fixing tackling and executing through ASKA, fixing alignments, and ensuring players are doing their job and not their neigbors’ jobs through the umbrella principles. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36766395

Our Special Teams Aren’t Special 05/22/2025

Our Special Teams Aren’t Special Special Teams, the Third Side of the Ball, can be a secret weapon or a glaring flaw for your team this year. If you keep chasing different schemes week after week, or year after year, you’ll never learn to problem solve within your own game. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to simplify your Special Teams, teaching each team one way for the whole season, getting rules put in to place so your players can use them to problem solve. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36667740

My Players Won’t Buy In to the System 05/15/2025

My Players Won’t Buy In to the System Getting buy in is the foundation of any system in football. Not just Xs and Os systems, but strength and conditioning, recruiting, culture, etc. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the SCS System, coaching like you’re teaching a new prep for the first time, and what all goes into the Players’ Creed. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36575630

We Don’t Have Enough Players to Win 05/08/2025

We Don’t Have Enough Players to Win Across the Nation there are teams that are struggling to keep the program afloat due to low numbers. The game is slowly dying, and we’re all paying the price. But, you don’t have to watch your program die off. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the need to have a system to get players out to play, how we can get more players to say YES to playing, and how to get your players to be salesmen for the team. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36482145

We Aren’t Tough Enough to Win 05/01/2025

We Aren’t Tough Enough to Win It seems like every coach on Earth has the same three complaints: We aren’t fast enough, we don’t have as many players as the other teams, and we aren’t tough enough. But, a general consensus of multiple 30+ year coaches says kids haven’t changed… expectations have. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss what it means to be tough, how accountability can toughen up your players, and the fact that relationships still reign supreme. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36385195

My Coaching Staff Isn’t on the Same Page 04/24/2025

My Coaching Staff Isn’t on the Same Page A football coaching staff is often made up of a bunch of the same type of people. Those people aren’t great at communicating, they all think their way is the best way, and often they won’t even speak the same language due to the influence of different coaching trees throughout their careers. Sometimes that inability to communicate can hurt the team. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the ASKA Principle, how to get your staff using the same language, and the benefits of you, your staff, and your team when communication is streamlined and made common. /episode/index/show/footballcoachingpodcast/id/36291870

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