On our first episode of From the 513, Tony Pike sits down with Cincinnati Bearcats Assistant Coach and Quarterbacks Coach Pete Thomas for an in-depth conversation about football, coaching, and the Queen City. In this episode, Tony and Pete dive into Pete's journey from playing quarterback to coaching the next generation, the influence of his playing days, and what inspired him to pursue coaching.

They explore his decision to stay in Cincinnati, the culture that defines Bearcats football, and how that shapes the quarterback room. Pete also shares his insights on the Bearcats' pipeline to the NFL, what fans can expect from this year’s offense, and the impact of the new indoor practice facility.

00:00:00 - Pete Thomas

00:00:30 - Influences from Playing Days and Wanting to be a Coach

00:01:30 - Enjoying the city of Cincinnati

00:02:00 - Continuing Your Career at Cincinnati

00:02:48 - What Inspired You To Coach?

00:03:30 - What Translates to Coaching from Playing?

00:05:30 - Culture and Pillars of being a Bearcats' Quarterback

00:10:25 - The Pipeline to the NFL

00:12:30 - This Year's Offensive Power

00:14:00 - Indoor Practice Facility