614 Headsets

di Kyle Stout, Ryan Sayers, & Donovan White

Stagione 4

Built for Chaos: Program Design & Defensive Answers ft. Matt Johnston (Community Christian College)

Episode 104 of 614 Headsets features Community Christian College head coach Matt Johnston, who shares his journey building a JUCO football program in Detroit and helping student-athletes earn second chances through academics and football. Johnston discusses program design, balancing coaching and teaching, the unique challenges of junior college football, and his defensive philosophy centered on diagnosing problems, simplifying solutions, and applying a Narduzzi-inspired pressure system. Plus, the hosts recap summer football and preview Trench Fest, the free OL/DL showcase at Gahanna Lincoln. FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com. Baker Bands: Proudly Ohio-based, Baker Bands helps athletic programs elevate their brand through custom turnover chains, facility graphics, locker room design, championship displays, team accessories, and one-of-a-kind team branding solutions.

S4 · E104

18 giu 2026

1:01:24

Mark Weber on Leadership, Speed & Development ft. Mark. Weber. (Mount Vernon HS)

Episode 103 of 614 Headsets features Mount Vernon Head Coach and Ohio Division II Coach of the Year Mark Weber. Coach Weber shares his journey through the coaching profession, the culture and leadership principles behind Mount Vernon’s success, and how his program develops athletes through year-round speed training, technology, and player development. This episode is packed with practical insights on building buy-in, creating accountability, and sustaining a winning football program. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com. Baker Bands: Proudly Ohio-based, Baker Bands helps athletic programs elevate their brand through custom turnover chains, facility graphics, locker room design, championship displays, team accessories, and one-of-a-kind team branding solutions.

S4 · E103

3 giu 2026

1:08:32

Built Through Every Level ft. Tom Phillips (Newark Catholic)

From college football operations to leading one of Ohio’s most tradition-rich programs, Coach Tom Phillips joins 614 Headsets to talk about why Newark Catholic was the right move, what it takes to rebuild and sustain winning cultures, and the lessons learned from nearly every level of football. Coach Phillips shares stories and breaks down what separates great programs from average ones behind the scenes, and explains how college football experience can reshape the way high school coaches develop players, build relationships, and run their programs. This episode is packed with insight for coaches at every level — covering leadership, locker room culture, recruiting, player development, organization, and the operational details that championship programs consistently get right. If you’re a coach looking to grow, lead better, and learn from decades of experience across high school and college football, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E102

21 mag 2026

1:02:43

Coach Mark Solis: The Next Chapter (New Albany HS)

What happens when an offensive-minded head coach steps back into the coordinator role — and then takes over one of Central Ohio’s premier football programs? In this episode, Mark Solis breaks down his journey from Northeast Ohio to Columbus, why New Albany Eagles was the right opportunity at the right time, and what coaches can expect from the next era of Eagles football. From leadership lessons learned as both a head coach and defensive coordinator to the influence of legendary mentors like Larry Kehres, Jim Tressel, and Lee Owens, this conversation is packed with insight on culture-building, staff leadership, defensive philosophy, and adapting as a coach over time. If you’re a football coach looking to learn about program building, leadership transitions, offensive vs. defensive thinking, and what it takes to sustain winning culture, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E101

14 mag 2026

53:30

What 30+ Years of Winning Football Actually Teaches You ft. Mark Crabtree (Dublin Jerome)

What does 30+ years of winning football ACTUALLY teach you? In Episode 100 of 614 Headsets, we sit down with Mark Crabtree of Dublin Jerome High School to break down what it actually takes to build—and sustain—a winning program over decades. Coach Crabtree shares the real story behind his career: the early lessons, the tough failures, and the principles that have stood the test of time in high school football. In this episode, we dive into: How the game has evolved over 30+ years—and what still wins The biggest mistake he made (and what it taught him) The “cheat codes” that create consistency year after year Building alignment across your program while saving time as a coach If you're serious about growing as a coach, simplifying your systems, and learning from someone who’s done it at a high level for decades—this episode is for you. 🎯 Real experience. Real lessons. Real football. 👇 Subscribe for more conversations built for coaches who want an edge. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E100

30 apr 2026

57:02

Steal This Program Blueprint: Simple, Fast, and Hard to Stop ft. Kevin Board (New Lexington High School)

Episode 99 of 614 Headsets teases a legendary Episode 100 guest—then dives into a rising program with Coach Kevin Board, who reveals his up-tempo, wide-split offensive system, how he’s using Tony Holler’s “Feed the Cats” to keep players fast and fresh, and the blueprint for total program alignment—from youth to varsity—while cutting down weekend game-planning to give coaches their time back without sacrificing Friday night results. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E99

23 apr 2026

53:10

Cheat Codes in the Three High Safety Defense ft. PJ Gibbs (Fast & Physical Three High Safety Defense)

Unlock the cheat codes behind one of football’s most explosive defenses as Coach PJ Gibbs reveals how to build a fast, physical 3-high system—covering everything from game-changing run fits and pressure packages to film study secrets and tempo-based stems that give your defense the edge every Friday night. Gibbs also highlights the Maddie Strong clinic fundraiser—$99 access to dozens of coaching speakers and resources. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E98

9 apr 2026

1:02:44

OHSAA: Behind the Curtains ft. Ronald Sayers

In Episode 97 of the 614 Headsets podcast, Ryan and Kyle are joined by guest host Nathan Snedeker and Ryan’s brother Ronald Sayers, OHSAA Director of Eligibility and Technology, to answer coaches’ biggest questions about OHSAA operations. Ron breaks down state championship decisions, NIL in Ohio, investigations, and the real truth behind compliance, lawsuits, and competitive balance—plus a few stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E97

2 apr 2026

1:05:13

How The Pistol Offense is Stressing Modern Defenses ft. Nick McVay (Dublin Coffman HS)

Why base your offense in the Pistol? Because it forces balanced defensive calls, widens the field, and creates a longer mesh point for lethal RPO and play-action flexibility. In Episode 96 of 614 Headsets, Dublin Coffman Head Coach Nick McVay drops a masterclass on pairing the Pistol with an RPO-driven, spread triple-option foundation. McVay also outlines Coffman’s core program pillars, offseason “combat training” with wrestling, and the “Once a Rock, Always a Rock” brotherhood culture. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E96

26 mar 2026

48:25

Why Concepts Beat Plays ft. Jeremy McKinney (Lancaster HS)

Episode 95 of 614 Headsets features new Lancaster Head Coach Jeremy McKinney, who shares why he left a winning program to take on a new challenge. He breaks down his philosophy of family, academics, and simple schemes that let players play fast, including position “one sheets,” interchangeable defenders, flexible fronts, and a no-tackle practice approach designed to keep players healthy while building a playoff-caliber program. Partner’s and Trusted Services FirstDown PlayBook: The #1 Football Playbook and Play Drawing software on the market. Mention the show or use the code: “HEADSETS26” to get 15% off any single user or full team subscription, visit https://firstdown.playbooktech.com/. Storied Rivals: Leave a Legacy! Storied Rivals is the premier digital content company and apparel shop designed to meet your team's needs, email: info@storiedrivals.com.

S4 · E95

12 mar 2026

46:52

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