Inside Youngstown State Football: JRob's Leadership in the Locker Room. 

Welcome to The 45th Spot Podcast — your home for authentic conversations with the athletes shaping the future of college sports.

In this episode, we sit down with JRob, a standout player from Youngstown State Football, to talk about his journey from the grind to the gridiron.

We dive into:

JRob’s path to becoming a key playmaker for the Penguins

The mindset and work ethic driving his success

Life as a student-athlete at YSU

His goals beyond the game — and what keeps him motivated

Whether you’re a current student-athlete, a former college athlete, or chasing the pro dream, this is your space. Real stories. Raw conversations.

Topics we cover include advice for high school athletes aiming for the next level, the grind of being a collegiate athlete, life after college sports, and life as a pro athlete.