The Coaches Pod

The Coaches Pod

by The Coaches Pod
Season 4
EP 127: Barry Lunney Jr. | Illinois Offensive Coordinator
Powered by Lindsey & Associates Illinois Offensive Coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. joins the show to break down what it takes to build a high-level offense in the Big Ten. From play-calling philosophy to player development, Lunney gives a real look inside how Illinois is evolving on that side of the ball. If you care about offense, tempo, and winning football, this one delivers. Building an offensive identity in the Big Ten Play-calling philosophy and in-game adjustments Developing quarterbacks and skill talent What separates good offenses from great ones Like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews with top coaches across the country. 🔴 How Illinois structures its offense week to week 🔴 The mindset behind play-calling under pressure 🔴 Keys to developing elite offensive players 🔴 What high-level offenses are doing differently right now Powered by Lindsey & Associates
EP 125 | Nathan Brown inducted to the Arkansas Hall of Fame!
Powered by Lindsey & Associates Nathan Brown just added his name to Arkansas football history. The former record-breaking quarterback turned head coach at Central Arkansas is officially a member of the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame. A three-time All-American QB and one of the most prolific passers in state history, Brown rewrote the record books from Russellville to Conway. Now leading UCA as head coach, his impact on the game in Arkansas is still being written. • From small-town star to statewide legend • One of the most decorated players in UCA history • Built one of the top offensive eras the program has ever seen • Now cemented forever among Arkansas greats Like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that matter across Arkansas sports. 🔴 Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 🔴 UCA legend — player AND coach 🔴 One of the state’s all-time great QBs 🔴 Legacy still growing on the sidelines
Callin Hawgs Ep 2 | Kevin Richardson: The Superbowl story
Presented by Lindsey & Associates Kevin Richardson II joins the show in Fayetteville. A Jacksonville kid who walked on at Arkansas, battled against the best the SEC had to offer, and left a captain. His career that started as a small-school grad assistant all the way to the NFL's superbowl sideline with the New England Patriots. This is one of the best stories in football. From playing days at Fayetteville to coaching in Foxborough What it was like facing Jalen Hurts, Nick Saban's Alabama, and surviving the SEC The road nobody talks about: CFL tryouts, small schools, and betting on himself Coaching Devon Witherspoon, Kerby Joseph & Quan Martin before they went to the NFL What Coach K-Rich is building under Mike Vrabel in New England Like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes from Callin Hogs. 🔴 A Jacksonville, AR kid making it to the NFL — as a coach 🔴 The untold grind from Arkansas DB to Patriots staff 🔴 Big moments in Razorback history you forgot about 🔴 What it takes to coach defensive backs at the highest level Powered by Lindsey & Associates https://www.lindsey.com
EP 124: Catching up with Gus Malzahn: The latest CFP Committee member!
Presented by Lindsey & Associates Gus Malzahn joins the show for a laid-back conversation right before stepping into his new role on the CFP Committee. From life after coaching to stories from his journey across Arkansas and the SEC, Gus reflects on the moments and people that shaped his career. Life in retirement and what’s next for Gus Working alongside Mike Norvell and their relationship Gus’s golf game (and how serious he really is about it) Lessons learned coaching in East Arkansas Like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes from Coaches and The Mouth. 🔴 Gus on stepping away from coaching 🔴 His favorite memories from his career 🔴 Stories from his early days in Arkansas 🔴 The competitive side of Gus you still see on the golf course Powered by Lindsey & Associates https://www.lindsey.com
The Huddle Up Podcast | Feat: Brey Cook
Powered by Lindsey & Associates Follow @TheHuddleUpPd on Twitter! The Hudle up podcast hosted by Drew England and David Glidden features an interview with our very own Brey Cook. Brey Cook joins The Huddle Up Pod as a guest, bringing insight from his role in Alumni & High School Relations with Arkansas Football. From his time as a head coach at Pea Ridge High School to serving as General Manager of Varsity Vibe and building the BDOML (Best Day of My Life) mindset, Head Coaching experience at Pea Ridge The rise of The Coachespod and high school sports media Leadership lessons from coaching and content creation Behind the scenes of running a program and a brand Like, comment, and subscribe for more content from coachespod. 🔴 How to build a media brand 🔴 Turning high school sports into a media movement 🔴 Lessons from the grind: coaching + content 🔴 Why consistency separates the average from the elite Follow The Huddle Up Pod on Twitter: @TheHuddleUpPd Powered by Lindsey & Associates – #1 in Apartments, Golf and Real Estate
EP 123 | Broyles Award and National champion Bryant Haines
Powered by: Lindsey & Associates Bryant Haines joins the show after a historic season that ended with a Broyles Award and a National Championship. One of the sharpest defensive minds in college football, Haines breaks down what it really takes to build an elite defense, lead grown men in high-pressure moments, and finish the job when the whole country is watching. This is a masterclass in preparation, player development, and championship standards. In this episode, we cover: 🔹 The defensive philosophy that carried a team to a national title 🔹 What winning the Broyles Award actually represents behind the scenes 🔹How to recruit, develop, and retain elite defensive talent 🔹The mindset required to dominate on the biggest stage in football Like, comment, and subscribe for more elite-level football conversations. 🔴 How championship defenses are built in the offseason 🔴 The weekly preparation system that separates good from great 🔴 Adjustments made during the national championship run 🔴 Leadership lessons from the top of the mountain Special thanks to our presenting partners. Support the brands that support the show by visiting the links in the description below.
Season 3
EP 121 | The Leftwhich Brothers face off in the College Football Playoff!
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EP 120 | Back on the Biggest Stage: Paul Simmons Prepares for the National Championship
Presented by Neal’s Cafe Powered by Lindsey & Associates Paul Simmons is preparing to coach on college athletics’ biggest stage—the national championship. In this episode, he breaks down what it takes to lead a program to this point, how preparation changes when everything is on the line, and the decisions that matter most when the margin for error disappears. This is a direct conversation about leadership, pressure, and building a team that’s ready when the moment arrives. In this episode, we discuss: Preparing a team for the national championship stage Managing pressure as a head coach The habits and standards behind sustained success What separates good teams from championship teams 🔴 Coaching with everything on the line 🔴 How preparation changes at the highest level 🔴 Leading when pressure is unavoidable 🔴 Lessons that translate beyond the game Like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with coaches competing at the highest level.
EP 119 | Conference Realignment Exclusive! Bobby Swofford explains the 2026/27 Cycle!
Presented by Neals Cafe Powered by Lindsey & Associates Bobby Swofford joins the show to break down the high school conference realignment process—what it is, why it happens, and why everyone suddenly loses their mind every time it’s announced. If you’ve ever wondered who decides where schools land, how enrollment numbers really work, or why your rival just became a “non-conference game,” this is the episode you’ve been waiting on. No fluff, no politics—just the straight facts from someone who actually knows how the sausage gets made. In this episode, we cover: How the conference realignment process actually works What data and criteria are used to move schools Common myths and misconceptions about realignment What schools, coaches, and communities should expect next 🔴 Why conference realignment happens every cycle 🔴 How enrollment numbers really factor into decisions 🔴 The biggest mistakes fans make when reacting to changes 🔴 What realignment means for competitive balance and travel Like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk on high school sports, leadership, and the stuff everyone argues about—but few actually understand.
EP 122 | Drake Lindsey: Starting Quarterback for the Minnesota Gophers!
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