Call The Huddle

Call The Huddle

by Zavier Gussett
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Zach Garcia: "Sports go beyond athletics," | Peterson Sports, NIL empowerment, Advice & more! (FULL)
After joining the Call The Huddle podcast, Peterson Sports' Management's Zach Garcia joins to discuss his journey and talk football from the lens of a sports agent. Zach's story in sports management began with his collegiate playing career, and led him to several stops before joining PSM as its Director of Marketing among other roles. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle PETERSON SPORTS MANAGEMENT WEBSITE https://petersonsportsmanagement.com
May 6, 2026
36:05
Justin Joly: "I love to compete," | NFL outlook, Iona Prep HS, College growth, Adversity & More! (FULL INTERVIEW)
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former UCONN and NC State tight end Justin Joly joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career as he gets ready for the next chapter. Joly played at Iona Prep high school in New York before heading to UCONN in 2022. Following two years in action with the Huskies under head coach Jim Mora, Joly transferred to NC State for his final two years of college football while putting up a team-high 11 receiving touchdowns between 2024 and 2025. The 6-foot-3, 241 pound native of Brewster, New York said he loved his upbringing at Iona Prep in NY, and said it was an experience that made him who he is today. Joly has always been a dominating athlete, and is looking to become a special player on his next team at the NFL level. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:17 Intro 0:43 Icebreakers 4:18 Justin Joly's Lego sets 5:07 Reason for No. 7 5:55 NY music/Drill Rap 7:15 Undergrad Degree at UCONN/NC State 9:09 Final icebreaker 9:51 Justin Joly quote breakdown 11:03 Iona Prep, HC Joe Spagnolo 15:10 Background in versatility 15:40 Physical growth 16:55 Leadership 17:53 Playing w/ NC State's CJ Bailey 19:22 Goal setting 21:28 NC State's Gavin Locklear, TE room 22:55 UCONN/NC State Impressions 25:00 Meeting new people in football 25:52 NFL meetings 27:04 Reflecting on Justin's growth 29:36 Turning adversity into advice JUSTIN JOLY'S PROFILE https://gopack.com/sports/football/roster/justin-joly/15249
Apr 22, 2026
30:41
Jacobian Guillory: "Football means more to me," | LSU experience, Brian Kelly, Fatherhood & More!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former LSU defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far as he gets ready for the next level. Following six years playing with the Tigers, Guillory proved he's a valuable teammate and leader while showcasing his ability in the trenches. Through his final season with LSU, Guillory started in all 13 games while putting up 21 tackles, four tackles for loss and a career-high 1.5 sacks by the end of 2025. The 6-foot-2 D-lineman from Alexandria, Louisiana showed he can make an impact on all three downs in 2025, and has plenty to offer to his next program at the NFL level. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:21 Intro 0:46 Icebreakers 11:55 6 year career at LSU 13:05 Louisiana impressions 14:10 Why is LSU football different? 15:48 Lessons from injury 19:25 2025 offseason, career year 22:02 Favorite parts of NFL process 25:52 Transfer portal thoughts 28:30 Growths in 2025 29:45 LSU Coach Kyle Williams 31:54 Coach Ed Orgeron 33:02 Impact from coach Brian Kelly 34:50 LSU's Garrett Nussmeier impressions 38:32 Lane Kiffin's fit at LSU 41:38 Strengths/Weaknesses on the field 45:14 Lessons becoming a father 47:40 Turning adversity into advice JACOBIAN GUILLORY'S PROFILE https://lsusports.net/sports/fb/roster/player/jacobian-guillory/
Apr 21, 2026
49:54
Kahlil Benson: "I've played with two Heismans" | 2025 title w/ Indiana, Lessons, Coach Prime & more!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Indiana and Colorado right tackle Kahlil Benson joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far as he gets ready for the next level. Following four years with the Hoosiers, Benson transferred to Colorado in 2024 before heading back to Indiana for a perfect campaign in 2025. Through his final season with the Hoosiers, Benson played in all 16 games at right tackle while starting in 12, and said he took plenty away from the experience. The 6-foot-6, 320 pound native of Southaven, Mississippi showed he can match up against the best edge rushers in the nation, and will offer a valuable O-lineman to his next group at the NFL level. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Icebreakers 13:03 First time at Indiana (2020-2023) 18:09 2025 w/ Indiana 24:10 Football lessons 26:41 2025 matchups 28:32 Coach Deion Sanders impressions 30:50 Comparing Colorado/Indiana cultures 38:33 Strengths & Weaknesses before NFL 40:10 Pro Day, Offseason process 42:15 Turning adversity into advice
Apr 6, 2026
45:08
Bryan Felter: "Football teaches life isn't easy," | Rutgers experience, lessons, NFL prep & more!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Rutgers offensive lineman Bryan Felter joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far as he gets ready for the next level. Following an ACL injury that shut down his 2024 campaign, Felter started all 12 games in 2025 while at guard for the Scarlet Knights and continues to prove his impact on the O-line. Through six seasons with Rutgers, Felter played in 56 career games while also starting in six during his freshman season in 2020 (Most single-season starts for a true freshman since 2011). The 6-foot-1, 303 pound native of New Jersey showed he can play multiple positions during his time with Rutgers, and his intensity will add to whichever NFL team gives him an opportunity. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:18 Intro 0:42 Icebreakers 5:47 Experience with Rutgers 7:25 Freshman transition 11:58 Leadership lessons 13:02 2025 Growth 14:51 Rutgers' players to watch 17:04 Overcoming 2024 injury 20:38 Coach Greg Schiano 25:18 Strengths & Weaknesses before NFL 28:35 Offseason process 29:42 Turning adversity into advice BRYAN FELTER'S PROFILE https://scarletknights.com/sports/football/roster/bryan-felter/15397
Apr 4, 2026
30:50
Nikhai Hill-Green: “Football’s shown me to keep working,” | 2025 w/ Alabama, Adversity, Prep & more!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Alabama linebacker Nikhai Hill-Green joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far as he gets ready for the next level. Following four consecutive seasons between four different programs, Hill-Green has proven himself as a competitor with an all around linebacker skillset. Through his lone year with the Crimson Tide, Hill-Green contributed to Alabama's defense allowing less than 20 points per game in 2025. The 6-foot-2, 235 pound talent from Pittsburgh, PA put up 60 total tackles along with five tackles for loss in 2025, and forced constant havoc at every level. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:10 Intro 0:36 Picking between GOATs 7:50 Five best athletes Nikhai's seen 12:02 Icebreakers cont. 19:05 2025 Alabama experience 21:47 Passion for football 24:24 Transfer lessons 32:03 Ty Simpson impressions 33:24 Strengths & Weaknesses 35:02 Turning adversity into advice NIKHAI HILL-GREEN'S PROFILE https://rolltide.com/sports/football/roster/nikhai-hill-green/13867
Mar 31, 2026
37:43
Devin Pringle: "I can win on an island," | UCONN experience, Jim Mora, DB Advice, NFL prep & more!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Grand Valley State and UCONN defensive back Devin Pringle joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far while he gets ready for the next level of football. Following four seasons playing with the Lakers, Pringle was named first-team all conference in 2024 after a campaign with 44 tackles, six pass breakups and 1.5 tackles for loss. Through 2025 with UCONN, Pringle continued to show his strengths as a tackler while adding to his versatility. The 5-foot-10 182 pound talent put together four pass breakups and an interception along with 45 tackles, four TFL and a sack in 2025 to cap off his career with a bang. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:12 Intro 0:37 Ice breakers 12:05 GVSU experience 18:20 Playing DB 21:35 UCONN lessons 28:03 Advice for young DBs 29:50 Coach Jim Mora impressions 34:34 Transfer portal benefits 36:30 Strengths in Devin's game 41:07 Turning adversity into advice DEVIN PRINGLE'S PROFILE https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/football/roster/devin-pringle/14850
Mar 28, 2026
42:33
Cam Porter: "I know I can overcome anything," | ACL recoveries, Leadership at NW, Adversity & more!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Northwestern running back Cam Porter joined the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far while he gets ready for the next level of football. Following five full seasons with the Wildcats, Porter entered 2025 as a team captain before losing his season to an ACL tear. The 5-foot-11, 215 pound runner said he's learned he can overcome anything with work, and that he'll carry those lessons into the NFL. Through six seasons with Northwestern, Porter put together 1,908 rushing yards and 425 through the air along with 19 touchdowns during his time. Porter has proven that he's both talented and difficult to tackle, and has plenty to offer heading into the NFL. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Preview 0:11 Intro 0:38 Ice breakers 15:27 ACL Recovery since Sept. 21:23 Rushing talent background 24:44 Northwestern backfield 25:40 2025 season after injury 26:52 Growths from Year 1 to 6 29:40 Transfer portal/Leadership 33:38 Coach David Braun impressions 35:25 Reflecting on experiences 38:06 Turning adversity into advice CAM PORTER'S PROFILE https://nusports.com/sports/football/roster/cam-porter/12494
Mar 25, 2026
41:21
Wydett Williams Jr: "I find joy in just working," | 2025 CFP run, Transfer lessons, Faith, Leadership in football, NFL preparation & more!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Ole Miss safety Wydett Williams Jr. joins the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far along with his offseason process. Following two years playing Division 2 football as a first-time safety, Williams made the leap to Louisiana-Monroe in 2024 before joining the Ole Miss Rebels during Summer of 2025. Through one campaign with the Rebels (2025) Williams put up the third most total tackles on his team (73) while adding a team-high three interceptions, and proved himself at the highest levels. The 6-foot-2, 205 pound defender said he's taken lessons from every step along his journey, and it's brought him closer to his faith as well. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:35 Ice breakers 11:02 Relationship w/ Faith 15:34 Switch from QB to Safety 20:07 Experience at Delta State 22:10 Transition to D1 football at ULM 28:16 2025 w/ Ole Miss 34:57 Trinidad Chambliss 37:03 Biggest growth in 2025 39:11 Strengths in action 42:02 Coach Pete Golding & staff 45:07 Pro Day workout 45:53 Favorite part of the offseason 46:58 Reflecting on the journey 50:30 Turning adversity into advice WYDETT WILLIAMS JR'S PROFILE https://olemisssports.com/sports/football/roster/wydett-williams-jr-/6068
Mar 24, 2026
51:59
Alex Johnson: "My mind is my biggest advantage," | 2023 run with Washington Huskies, Growth at Tiffin, NFL prep & More!
After declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, former Tiffin University Quarterback Alex Johnson joins the Call The Huddle podcast to talk his career so far. Following a recent ruling against junior college eligibility years, Johnson's off-season focus turned to preparing for the next level of football — the NFL. Through two years with the Dragons (2024-25) Johnson put up career-high stats in each year before combining for 58 passing touchdowns, and showed his ability to dominate from the pocket. The 6-foot-5, 230 pound passer said he learned lots from every stop in his career, starting with two years at Santa Barbara City College (JUCO) in California in 2021-22 under head coach Craig Moropoulos. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callthehuddle/?hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/call-the-huddle/id1661014940 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eKY6fLbon3Z7hfm3LIlqR X: https://x.com/CallTheHuddle CHAPTERS 0:00 Preview 0:21 Intro 0:55 Ice breakers 8:45 Best teammates & opponents 12:40 Playing w/ Michael Penix 14:24 Best stadium experiences 16:09 Progress at Quarterback 18:35 Junior College experience 24:40 Transition to Washington 28:20 Coach Kalen DeBoer & Ryan Grubb 31:35 Impressions from Tiffin 36:18 Diet, preparation lessons 41:40 Taking hits from the pocket 43:40 Passing mechanics 47:58 Leadership style 51:02 JUCO ruling 55:04 Coach Brett Ekkens 58:32 Turning adversity into advice ALEX JOHNSON'S PROFILE https://gotiffindragons.com/sports/football/roster/alex-johnson/11780
Mar 20, 2026
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