In this episode of Coach and Coordinator Network, Keith Grabowski talks with Patrick Steenberge about the life, leadership, and legacy of legendary coach Lou Holtz. They share personal stories and memorable moments, including Holtz’s final coaching appearance in Japan.

The conversation highlights what made Holtz such an influential figure in football, from his capability to connect with people to his passion for competition and the leadership principles he passed on to players and coaches. Grabowski and Steenberge also discuss Holtz’s work in global football and how his mentorship reached far beyond the field. The episode shares valuable lessons on leadership, building relationships, and the lasting impact of a coach who truly cared about helping others succeed.

Rest in Peace Coach Lou Holtz.

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This episode features a short but information-packed segment from Tim Souza, Offensive Coordinator at Southern Oregon University, and one of the featured coaches at CCN Smart Clinics: The RPO Symposium.

In this clip, Souza shares teaching points that help coaches think more clearly about building, structuring, and teaching an RPO system that players can actually execute. It is a quick listen, but there is a lot coaches can take from it.

If you want to watch the video version of this episode, you can find it on Spotify.

This clip is just a preview of what is waiting for you inside The RPO Symposium, running March 17 through 19. The event includes deep-dive on-demand sessions plus three live interactive nights built around the real problems defenses create when they change fits, rotate late, and take away your access throws.

Get your ticket now for CCN Smart Clinics: The RPO Symposium and learn how coaches teach it, install it, practice it, and adjust it so it holds up week to week.

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In this episode of The Give, Penn State Special Teams Coordinator Justin Lustig shares a free lesson on what it takes to build real buy-in on special teams.

Lustig explains why special teams must connect to winning, how culture shapes the phase, and why “total effort” has to show up from the start of the rep to the finish. He also breaks down how players begin to value special teams when coaches give it purpose, not just assignments.

This conversation is a strong reminder that special teams can become more than a hidden phase. It can help define the standard of the entire team.

Why buy-in starts with meaning

How Penn State ties special teams to team success

The role ball security, explosive plays, and field position play in the phase

What Lustig means by total effort

Why language and culture shape player response

This episode features one free lesson from Justin Lustig’s full presentation.

To access the full presentation and more year-round learning for coaches, visit LFGClinic.com. Premium members get access to full clinic presentations, in-season game planning tips, drills, and Lauren’s Library with more than 500 presentations from past clinics. Special Teams Coordinator School is coming soon inside LFG Clinic Premium.

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On this episode of the Tully Legends presented by Tully, Justin Loudon, strength and conditioning coach at Ezell Harding Christian School (TN), joins the show to share how he built a high-performing, data-informed training program that develops athletes from the ground up. Justin discusses the structure of the Ezell Harding program, the philosophy behind the “111% mindset,” and how physical literacy and curriculum-based training help students build confidence and lay a long-term athletic foundation. He also explains how collecting and using performance data can improve training decisions while still keeping programs simple and effective.

Throughout the conversation, Justin gives actionable insight on gaining buy-in from coaches, parents, and administrators, implementing strength programs across multiple grade levels, and developing athletes with a long-term perspective that prepares them for both competition and life beyond high school.

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On this episode of The Give - A Lauren's FIrst and Goal Podcast, Robert Weiner shares how he’s built quarterback rooms around two non-negotiables: “excellence is excellence all the time” and genuine family love, even when guys are competing for the same job. From there, he lays out the start of his six-point plan for adversity leadership. It's a practical way to lead players when the scoreboard flips and pressure hits.

The framework he introduces: a six-thought plan for adversity leadership

-Keep the Faith

-Fight the Good Fight (and the right fight)

-Think Globally, Act Locally

-Change the Narrative

-Raise Each Other Up by Effort

-Make Some Plays

To watch Robert Weiner’s complete presentation — and unlock every session from the 2026 LFG Clinic, 500+ more in Lauren’s Library, plus OC School, DC School, HC School, Special Teams Coordinator School, Position Coach Schools, ongoing clinics, Q&A, roundtables, private podcast episodes, and the coaching community — get LFGClinic Premium Access at lfgclinic.com.

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On this episode of Coach and Coordinator Network, Keith Grabowski sits down with Caleb Corrill to explore how football coaching has evolved in an era overflowing with information. This conversation dives into the deeper layers of coaching: how coaches think, how systems are built, and how concepts evolve over time.

Caleb shares the philosophy behind his “Switchblade Offense,” a versatile, layered approach that highlights adjustability and execution over volume. Together, they discuss the importance of building sustainable systems, teaching players to operate within core concepts, and applying ideas in real game environments. The episode also introduces the upcoming RPO Symposium, designed to give coaches practical, real-world insight into implementing and evolving RPO strategies across multiple levels of football.

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On this episode of Tully Legends, presented by Tully, Adam Redmond sits down with Jason McKendrick, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Olentangy Orange High School (OH), to break down what it takes to build a complete, sustainable performance program. Jason shares how he transformed an unstructured weight room into a system rooted in clear philosophy, consistency, and athlete buy-in across every sport.

The conversation dives into how structured class periods and after-school training establish daily standards, why having a certified teacher in the weight room matters, and how data-driven tools like Tully help athletes track progress, stay engaged, and train with greater intent. The episode additionally provides useful guidance for coaches, especially those at smaller schools, on building support, acquiring funding, and creating a lasting culture.

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Presented by Tully — the perfect tool for high school and Division III programs. Tully helps coaches track readiness, performance, and player development so teams can stay strong and confident deep into the season.

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In this episode of Slot-T Mafia, UTRGV Head Coach Travis Bush talks about his coaching journey, explains the basics of the Slot-T offense, and discusses how toughness and discipline are key to building strong, successful teams.

Coach Bush talks about growing up with the Slot-T, learning its basics early on, and how those lessons still guide his approach to offense. He shares how unpacking complex ideas helps players react faster, how playing at a fast pace challenges defenses, and how matching snap counts to play calls builds discipline and reduces mistakes.

The conversation also explores the natural evolution from traditional Slot-T principles to more diversified offensive systems, the importance of recruiting tough, accountable players, and how culture must be built from the ground up. Coach Bush shares insights on player development, quarterback growth, and leadership, highlighting Eddie Lee's role in developing team chemistry during UTRGV’s inaugural season.

This episode serves as a masterclass in blending old-school toughness with modern offensive tempo, proving that while schemes may evolve, discipline, clarity, and process remain the true foundation of sustained success.

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On this episode of The Position Room, Former NFL Coach David Walker joins RB coaches, Juwan Lewis of Alabama State, Cory Colder of Furman University, and Brandon Linney of Presbyterian to explore what it takes to develop complete running backs in today’s game. From individualized development blueprints to decision-making under pressure, the coaches break down how to build players who can think, react, and perform within the system.

The discussion analyzes why every back needs a customized approach, how learning styles impact development, and why building trust in the position room is as important as technique work. The coaches unpack the traits that separate good backs from great ones: vision, leverage awareness, yards-per-carry efficiency, and the ability to win with speed, quickness, and elusiveness.

Pass protection receives special attention, with technique, effort, and situational awareness emphasized as non-negotiables for earning trust on the field. The episode also highlights practice design, drill construction, player evaluation, and the importance of fitting talent into the right system instead of chasing raw ability.

For young coaches, the episode offers clear advice: invest in yourself, study the game holistically, and build a player-led room rooted in accountability and adaptability.

This is a masterclass in coaching the modern running back—focused not just on carries, but on complete player development.

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Foundational Plans for Player Development

Individualized Coaching and Learning Styles

Embracing Roles and Building Trust

Preparing for Depth and Special Teams Impact

Decision-Making and Vision in the Run Game

Pad Level, Angles, and Playing Behind Your Pads

The Three Ways to Make Defenders Miss

Measuring Efficiency Through Yards Per Carry

Evaluating Fit Within the System

Pass Protection Technique and Toughness

Practice Design and Position-Specific Drills

Advice and Growth for Young Coaches

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Keith Grabowski: ⁠@CoachKGrabowski⁠

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In this episode of The Give, Brian Sheehan, Offensive Quality Control at the University of Minnesota, shares tight end pass fundamentals from the 2026 LFG Clinic.

Sheehan explains why tight ends often decide critical situations and outlines the framework he uses to develop the position:

Why tight ends create matchup and personnel advantages

The three standards of elite tight end play

Coaching vision through post-snap questions

Playing the situation, not just the play

Streamlined coverage identification

Release fundamentals built on leverage and body control

This session focuses on building tight ends who win route-side space and finish at the catch point.

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