Join Brad Jackson, Texas State's quarterback, on ZenGame with Grant Gurtin as he discusses his journey into college football. The episode covers off-season conditioning, recovery, and the challenges of adjusting as a freshman quarterback. Brad shares memorable moments and insights from learning under a successful mobile quarterback. Dive into the importance of building team culture, facing top teams, and the impact of the recruiting class. Explore the unpredictable nature of player development, the role of faith in sports, and the identity challenges athletes face. Learn about handling disappointment, season highlights, and preparing for the future with resilience and motivation.

(0:00) Introduction with Brad Jackson, Texas State quarterback

(0:17) Off-season conditioning, recovery, and quick turnaround

(1:12) Adjusting to college football as a freshman quarterback

(3:49) Memorable moments and learning from a successful mobile quarterback

(7:26) Building team culture and facing top teams

(10:26) Choosing Texas State and the impact of the recruiting class

(15:37) The unpredictable nature of player development and college-level adjustment

(19:03) Faith as a support system and its role in athletics

(23:20) Transition and identity challenges in college sports

(28:17) Handling disappointment and areas for improvement

(29:38) Season highlights and resilience for the future

(34:38) Preparing and motivating for the upcoming season